I stumbled upon GRE Compass as a fluke. When I decided to apply to top MBA programs in the third round, I knew I needed a good tutor to help me achieve the highest GRE score possible. Manhattan GMAT basically laughed in my face and said all of their classes were fully booked...cue a frantic search for an alternate, which led me to GRE Compass and Erfun. I've never been so glad to have been turned away from a "first choice" as I was after working with Erfun! Erfun is absolutely incredible. After completing diagnostic tests, he tailored a program for me that fit with my testing timeline and emphasized hard work on math with maintenance practice on verbal to keep me on my toes there. My sessions with Erfun, in addition to extensive homework he assigned, helped me to get a GRE score that was competitive with most programs within 9 weeks of starting. In addition to his excellent individualized approach, Erfun is a great resource to have as you apply for any graduate programs that require the GRE or GMAT. When faced with a challenging essay prompt from one of my schools and considering giving a "controversial" answer, I asked Erfun for his opinion, and he was able to provide solid advice. Erfun made what can be an arduous and painful process into an efficient learning experience, and I know that I couldn't have gotten into my first choice MBA program had I not worked with him! read more

Upon deciding to take the GRE, I joined the only GRE prep course available in my country and after a month found that I hadn't really progressed much. Attempting to study on my own using a number of exam prep books, I felt even more at loss at the overwhelming amount of subjects I had to cover in the 2 months I had left before my planned exam date. Out of the GRE prep books I used, Erfun's was the most useful for me in terms of structure and clarity so I contacted him about online tutoring. Since my weaknesses were mostly in the quantitative section of the exam, our weekly sessions focused on that. What was truly beneficial was that he tailored the program to my level, and provided me with general tips to tackle the exam and avoid its pitfalls. Between sessions, Erfun also planned what I was to study in that week by assigning me homework questions, ensuring that I was continually improving and reinforcing what I'd learned. Though I could see the positive results while working with him, I can say that most prominent one was after I took the GRE exam for the first and only time and got a score higher than my initial goal, which ultimately got me accepted in my 2 top level university choices. Needless to say, I definitely recommend him as a GRE tutor. read more

After about half a decade in the business world, I realized it was time for a career change, and enlisted Erfun's help in getting a competitive GRE score for Psychology PhD programs. My stated goal was ambitious (165 in each section), and, though Erfun never made any promises, his passionate, high-energy style kept me motivated and accountable throughout the process. Erfun has a deep, nuanced understanding of the exam, the available materials, and the different strategies. The unique thing about his tutoring is his ability to unravel the logic behind a question and show quick, efficient ways to get to the right answer. On top of all that, he's extremely organized and professional. I should also note that we did online tutoring for our sessions. The sessions felt like he was sitting right next to me, and even had some added benefits: Erfun has all questions in digital form, and he'd screenshot his work and put it into my personal digital notebook for review. This made the review process after each class and later in my preparation much more effective. All told, after three months of tutoring, I was able to exceed my target and score a 167q,168v. You have to put in the work, but Erfun will show you how to get there. read more

I'm ecstatic as I write this. After 3 month of working with Erfun, I scored a 332, far exceeding what I ever thought possible. I'd been through the wringer with this exam, including working with another tutor and doing months of self-study, but I was still stuck around 320. Not knowing how to move forward or whether a score improvement was even possible, I reached out to Erfun on the recommendation of a colleague. And I'm so glad I did! From the first session, he was able to pinpoint inefficiencies in the way I was approaching questions and managing my time and help me see gains far faster than I ever could've achieved myself. His ability to customize his tutoring is unrivaled: he has this uncanny ability to understand your thought process and to adjust the lessons and homework around your specific needs. His huge database of questions was also a game-changer, as I'd already been through a lot of books and was worried that I was running out of material. Overall, I genuinely believe Erfun's tutoring was the difference-maker in my GRE score. Yes, you have to put in the work, but getting the help of a true GRE expert was what really catalyzed my score increase. %100 percent recommended. Thanks Erfun! read more

I'm beaming as I write this. I just got back from the GRE and scored higher than I was even aiming for. I owe Erfun such a big thank you for this. A bit of background: I decided in November 2016 to take the GRE for business schools. I didn't know where to start, so I asked a few friends and was referred to Erfun. I've never been a math person and definitely not a standardized test person, but Erfun was patient with me the whole time. He kept emphasizing the importance of reasoning and strategic thinking, and his homework assignments reinforced all of this. Everything was customized to me. I never felt like I was just getting the same program as everyone else. He obviously cared a lot about my success and was focused on making sure we addressed my specific weaknesses. Net-net, this led to a bigger increase than I aimed for and has me confident going into my applications for round 1 programs. Also, a note about Skype tutoring: he and I both traveled at various points during our time together and had to do Skype sessions. I was skeptical at first, but it's sort of scary how identical Online sessions are to the real thing. So five stars for technology, too! Haha. read more

This is simple, Erfun is a wonderful tutor. If utilizing him for MBA prep, you will not be disappointed. He helped me increase my score 10 points, scoring a combined 330 (166V, 164Q) on the GRE, which allowed me to gain acceptance to each of the three MBA programs that I applied, including the top 5 school that I am attending. I spent just over 23 hours in lessons with him and another 80 on my own with his homework and guidance. His price point is directly in line with his competitors for private tutoring and in one man's humble opinion worth every penny to obtain your optimal score. This is coming from someone who is taking out loans for grad school. Erfun is not your run of the mill tutor, as he cares deeply about his student's successes both on the GRE and on their ultimate goals. He explains concepts clearly and deeply -- helping to achieve the maximum score possible. He is flexible with his time and crafts a program specifically for your needs. I have already recommended two people to Erfun and while each scored differently, they have both enthusiastically recommended him to others. If you are looking for a GRE tutor, Erfun is the obvious choice. read more

Erfun is incredible. He was recommended by a friend who had nearly aced the GRE/GMAT with his help. I had recently left a job and had no idea what the GRE entailed before I came to him. Since I was applying to Journalism school, and english is my second language, I wanted to focus most of my attention on the verbal and essay portion of the exam. Erfun helped me understand the test, and developed specific study habits based on where I stood currently in my practice scores. He worked with me on each type of question and created strategies based on my particular strengths and weaknesses, which I found to be an advantage over attending a semi-private class. He solved problems with me and helped me in each situation understand where it was that I was messing up. He helped me with timing. He helped me with vocabulary. He taught me how to approach this test successfully. His suggestions and expertise were fundamental in my scores. I increased my verbal score by 20 points, I scored higher than I expected. I got a 5 out of 6 in my essays. I couldn't have done it without him. I highly recommend his guidance rather in person or on skype. read more

I can't say enough good things about working with Erfun. I'm applying to M7 b-schools this year, and my GRE score of 319 was really weighing down the quality of my applications. I'd exhausted so many of the other resources out there and simply felt unsure about what I could do differently to see a boost in my score. I found Erfun on Yelp and decided to give his services a shot to see if he could help change things around. And did he ever! He identified inefficiencies in my thought process and approach that I was simply never aware of (even after another class/tutor) and modified our sessions to match exactly what I was having difficulty with. His emphasis on critical thinking and reasoning skills truly was a game-changer as it helped me see gains that simply would've been impossible had I studied on my own. Overall, with his help, my score improved to a 332, more than enough for the schools I'm applying to. Thanks, Erfun! read more

Erfun was my tutor for the GRE and I am very satisfied with the services he provided and would highly recommend him for others. He is worth EVERY PENNY! He made me take a diagnostic test and reviewed the results in order to identify my weak/problem areas. On a weekly basis he would create a PERSONALIZED homework and lesson plan to attack and improve on said weaknesses. He was also great at teaching me timing and other general testing strategies. What I feel differentiates Erfun from other services is how he encourages meditation/healthy eating/exercise while studying for the exam. He was flexible and able to re-schedule when I gave him advance notice. I struggled with standardized tests my whole life and thought I wouldnt get into a good business school until I began working with Erfun. I ended up with a great score and getting into several top 10 MBA programs. Thanks Erfun! read more

I worked with Erfun over two months to increase my GRE score from 315 to 330. He was everything I could've asked for in a GRE tutor: patient, clear, organized, and efficient. He was able to quickly understand my weaknesses and develop a customized, effective plan to address them and get me over the hump. I really appreciated that he didn't waste time teaching me things I'd already learned from other classes or books. Instead, his focus was on strategy, thinking through the exam the right way, and proper time management techniques. I came away from each session with concrete, actionable strategies that led to immediate results. As my performance increased, he ramped up the difficulty of the content and the homework to make sure I was progressing at the right pace. I ultimately ended up exceeding my score goal. Really glad I worked with him. read more

I worked with Erfun for about 10 weeks on the GRE. He helped me improve my score by 8 points! He knows the tests thoroughly and caters lessons and practice to each student. Be prepared to spend your free time studying (as you should if you want to improve your score). He draws from many books and resources for his practice questions which make his lessons way better than what you could get through Kaplan or Princeton, etc. Note that his hourly rate does not include extra materials (like practice tests and some materials) that you will need so be prepared to spend a little more for such things. Erfun is also extremely professional. Although he didn't always follow through with off the cuff suggestions, he was consistently on top of the lesson he planned. Overall, I would highly recommend Erfun as a tutor! Hope you can get a spot! read more

Working with Erfun was the best decision I made to raise my GRE score. He worked to identify my specific weak areas and how to better them. Once I started working with him, it became very apparent that he know his stuff inside & out, yet also knows how to teach this material in a surprisingly engaging way. The thoughtfulness & specialization that Erfun puts into his tutoring really helped to prepare me for whatever came up during test day. Taking a class would not have given me the hands-on individualized attention I needed to hit my lofty score target of a near-perfect score.With Erfun's tutelage, my GRE scores improved by almost 20 points to that near-perfect score across both sections If you're looking for a GRE tutor in the NYC area & work hard to improve your score, there's nobody I would recommend more than Erfun. read more

I came into the GRE study / prep process somewhat disillusioned - I didn't think I had the memory recall and focus to score high on the Quantitative Section of the test, nor did I think I had it in me to score in the range I needed to get into my choice Graduate Programs. My sessions and study program, designed and administered by a kind, flexible, and attentive Erfun, quickly dispelled me of these notions and helped me lock-in to a regimented and feasible study plan. Erfun was also always available via Skype or in-person (in NYC), which helped me craft my work schedule around my GRE prep with ease. My scores jumped (About 10+ points in both Quant and Verbal) from my first practice test to the real exam just a month later. Thanks Erfun for being a trusted guide on this lofty GRE journey! Highly recommended! read more

I worked with Erfun for several months, and feel extremely fortunate to know him. Erfun helped me navigate the imposing and redoubtable GRE. He supported me through GRE practice victories, but more importantly provided stalwart support in the more difficult, tedious, and disheartening moments of study. E.g., Erfun remained unflappable during our text completion volleys (which consisted mainly of me venting my frustration in being unable to unpack the test makers' logic and Erfun calmly and knowledgeably explaining such logic). Under Erfun's tutelage, I increased my official GRE verbal score to the 96th percentile. (I am applying to English doctoral programs.) Erfun is kind, courteous, and an expert in his field. I recommend Erfun, wholeheartedly! Steven N. read more

Unlike other reviewers, I started working with Erfun after taking a Kaplan class with disappointing results. From the very first lesson, he was able to pinpoint my weaknesses, develop a personalized study plan, and show me that this test is conquerable. His teaching style is refreshingly straightforward and down-to-earth. He has a perfect score, so he obviously understands the topics, but he's able to articulate them in a clearly comprehensible way. This is the most important trait you'd want from a tutor, and it's what I think differentiates him from other tutors. Of course, as they say, the proof is in the pudding: my Quant score improved from 152 to 163! read more

Working with Erfun is a no brainer. I work in consulting and have crazy hours and needed someone to make my studying more efficient and keep me accountable. Erfun didn't disappoint. Within the first session he immediately understood my weaknesses and learning style and he made the extra effort to tailor all of the tutoring based around what I needed. It never felt like he was just teaching a cookie cutter curriculum. Every lesson was planned in advanced based around my needs and he provided day-by-day homework that reinforced what we covered without overwhelming me. with three months of studying I broke 325! read more

Erfun's tutoring was a game-changer. He's structured, efficient, and teaches the content and strategies in a way that truly clicks. What differentiates him from other tutors is his focus on the reasoning and strategy parts of the exam. He won't waste time teaching you concepts you can learn in a book but instead focuses on helping you understand how to think through the questions in the right way. This was instrumental for me because I'd already taken a class and knew a lot of the content but just didn't know how to put it all together on the questions. With his help, I hit a 332. Thanks, Erfun! read more

Going to Erfun was the best decision I made in the PhD process. I'm applying to Stats programs, which require near-perfect Quant scores, and, after taking an in-person class and online course, I was still falling far below my score goals. Erfun worked with me to set up a schedule, understand the content, and, most importantly, understand how to think through the questions in the right way. There were so many nuances and tactics to efficient test-taking that I simply wasn't aware of until we started working together. With his help, my score jumped from a Quant 158 to Quant 169! read more

I highly recommend Erfun. He really is as good as it gets! Standardized testing does not come easy to me. Erfun not only helped me get a score I am happy with, but also he helped me stay motivated along the way and made studying for this test less stressful than I anticipated. He tailored his sessions and homework to ensure I excelled. Note, he assigns an ambitious amount of homework, but is willing to work with your schedule to make sure you feel challenged, but not overwhelmed. He knows this test in and out. You will not go wrong with GRE Compass. read more