I couldn't be happier with our experience with David and College Zoom. Their program is like NO…read moreOTHER. They have created a system that truly helps the student organize his/her/their thoughts and ideas in order to put their best foot forward and create a college application that represents who the student is and what their achievements are. Both my children worked with College Zoom. My son is a very typical young man who had a hard time getting started with his applications, and College Zoom did an excellent job supporting him every step of the way. My daughter, on the other hand, was very motivated and College Zoom worked well with her enthusiasm and organization. I am happy to report that both kids got into their DREAM schools (USC and UC Berkeley) with College Zoom's help. David and College Zoom really understood each student's unique needs, and also helped this mom feel less worried!!

College Zoom was instrumental in my success with college applications. I've gotten into more…read moreschools than I could ever even dream about, and Harvard is where I will be going for the next four years. When I started the CZ program, my vision was that Yale and the Naval Academy were my unlikely 10% chance dreams, while I'd realistically have a 50% chance of landing at Purdue (which is still a great school nonetheless), and a 40% at a Vanderbilt or Northwestern-level school. When I got into the Naval Academy, I thought that would be it. And then came Yale, where at that point I applied to Harvard and Princeton more or less to put my name in the drawing hat. But to be standing here at the end of the journey, having gotten into all of these top universities as an engineering major, I truly never could've dreamed it at the beginning. It was only possible with CZ's help, between the hours and hours poured into the personal statement, supplementals, cutting and rewriting the activity sheet. They told me exactly how to fill out each section of my applications in the optimal way, while leaving ample room for me to represent myself through my own words. And when it came to college interviews - the part I was most nervous for - CZ provided me with ample practice and resources to gain the confidence I needed. I know that without their guidance and organization, I would've been lost in the process and fallen behind quickly. Before applications started, its college planning package helped me by pushing me to create a Passion Project in high school. I tended to be someone with strong academics and average extracurriculars, and this concept pushed me to lead impactfully within the computer science club at my school - which, looking back, was both very important to my applications and is something I value even beyond college admissions. As someone who tended to shy away from leadership activities like these, without CZ's encouragement for me to pursue them, I would've missed out on a lot of opportunities for self-development in high school so I am grateful for its guidance in this respect as well. All in all, CZ's straightforward and effective guidance, in conjunction with its reasonable cost, made it the best choice for me! I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this organization to others. It's been awesome working with them, and I owe my success with the application cycle to them.

I worked with Julian very closely while I was applying for colleges. He was a tremendous help and…read morewas always so meticulous and thorough when it came to essay revisions. As a first generation student, he helped ease a lot of my anxiety surrounding the college application process. I applied to six different colleges and got acceptances to all of them and that would not have been possible without Julian!

Julian H. worked with me on my law school applications and truly went above and beyond to make sure…read moremy application and essays set me apart from other applicants. He is extremely detail oriented, enthusiastic, and passionate about his job and immediately made me comfortable to share my experiences. He turned a very stressful situation into an uplifting and gratifying experience and I am happy to say I just completed my first year of law school. Julian continues to check-in on me and my studies and I'm so thankful to have met him. He truly takes pride in his students. Thank you, Julian!!!

Our family has been fortunate to know and work with Erin for the last several years and strongly…read morerecommend her services. I could not be more pleased with the guidance provided by Erin Gordon Grady. The educational process, particularly steps pertaining to college admission and affordability, can be very confusing and daunting for parents and students, especially considering that the landscape is ever changing. Erin is extremely knowledgeable, patient and kind, and it is largely thanks to her that our son is currently a happy student at USC. Erin's willingness to answer all our questions, no matter how small or how complex, was a testament to her professionalism. Her wise, thoughtful replies reflect her profound knowledge on the topic and the fact that she currently keeps abreast of new developments in her field. I would strongly recommend working with Erin. After speaking with other parents who are struggling with helping their kids make a smooth transition from high school to college, I am especially grateful that my family had her invaluable support.

My main concerns about the college transfer process were identifying the right school for our son…read moreand completing the applications in a way that best and accurately reflected him. Through our collaboration, Erin was able to guide us toward great schools that would be the right fit for our son. Her familiarity with the transfer process helped to reassure us that we were on the right track. We found the support in choosing schools to apply to and guidance in completing the Common Application most effective. We also found the assistance in essay topic selection and support through the writing process very helpful. I think having her work with us allowed our son to take ownership of his process and helped keep healthy and less stressful communication between us. I absolutely would recommend Innovative Education Partners and working with Erin. The college application process is a labyrinth, and having her guide us through it was invaluable

We are extremely grateful for the support this college counseling company provided our family…read morethroughout my daughter's high school. The process of preparing for college applications was overwhelming, but the guidance we received made all the difference. Felicia, who worked directly with my daughter, was outstanding, supportive, knowledgeable, and always encouraging. She helped keep everything organized and made sure my daughter felt confident every step of the way. She was always there for my daughter when she needed her. Justin, the owner, has clearly built a wonderful program that truly supports students and families. We're thrilled that my daughter was accepted into the university she had been hoping for, and we're very thankful for their role in helping make that happen. Very Highly recommend.

My student sat for practice tests in AP Chem and AP Calc AB with Premier Prep. Justin was friendly,…read morehelpful, and very responsive.

I can not recommend Ellen enough. She was very helpful, knowledgeable and supportive of my daughter…read moreat every stage of our college journey. My kid always wanted to go to school in Europe and Ellen suggested amazing schools that we wouldn't have found without her. She also got into every school we applied to. Thank you, Ellen!

From the owner: I provide students with college lists that are the best fits for academically and socially no…read morematter the field they wish to study from liberal arts to business, STEM to Performing and Visual Arts. I am knowledgeable on colleges and universities all over the US and world. I guide students into finding the universities and colleges out there that meet their needs, the programs they offer, and provide hands-on support through the entire college application process all while minimizing the stress that often can arise for students (and their parents).

I find it impossible to believe any of the 5-star reviews are real. I can agree with the…read moreexperiences of the one-star reviewers and wish I had read the Yelp reviews before sending my Square payment to this unprofessional and inaccessible coach. We missed the opportunity for essay revisions and notes MANY times during the application process, and he offered sessions 2 weeks from urgent requested dates MANY times. We had to hire different coaches to help in these many weeks when Mark was Missing in Action and nonresponsive. It takes him a long time to reply, and he sends vague and unhelpful responses that are brief and insufficient. DO NOT HIRE! I WANT A REFUND! I am not sure he even has a real practice. No one ever answers the phone or is in the office.

EAS made the whole experience so much easier and a lot less stressful. I never felt rushed or…read moreoverwhelmed when it came to writing essays. Mark and I started working on my UC Application early, during the second semester of my junior year, and we began drafting my Common App essay over the summer. By the time senior year started, writing essays felt completely manageable. I already had solid drafts for both my UC and Common App essays, so when it came time to tackle supplemental essays (which can range from 1-3 per college, sometimes even more depending on where you apply) I didn't feel panicked. Thanks to EAS, I was able to approach the college essay writing process with confidence and I'm proud to say their support helped me get to where I am today. I'm forever grateful for everything they did for me!

Nived was very helpful and knowledgable with the UC transfer application, and the difference from…read morewhen I first applied out of high school was huge. Initially, I felt lost trying to come up with topics to write about, but after choosing Nived, he helped me brainstorm strong ideas for my essays and took the time to understand my story. He gave great feedback on my essays and activities section, and I felt a lot less stressed knowing I had his guidance throughout the application process. This time, I was accepted into multiple top UC schools for computer science, and I am really happy with the results. I would definitely recommend working with him if you're applying to the UCs!

I worked with Nived on my grad school essays. He really helped me put together a narrative and…read moreasked a lot of good questions. With his help, I was accepted into the program I applied for. I highly recommend his services.

Diana is truly an angel. She has a vast knowledge about both private and public colleges, as well…read moreas 2-year and 4 year options. Our son required more detailed assistance in applying to college due to his aspirations to play college baseball. Diana compiled a spread sheet with the options available, timeline for when applications where due, as well as what method of application ie. common application versus other. Also she reviewed my son's personal statements and offered suggestions based on her writing background. She has a unique way of working with teenagers and is able to engage in dialogue in ways a parent cannot. She also assisted us in scholarships and financial services for colleges. We highly recommend her and her services! College applications are daunting enough. She is very reasonable and is also very flexible with her schedule.

Diana is super knowledgable and helpful. I needed help with an international student and she went…read moreout of the way to provide guidance and support. She is awesome!

After taking the GRE for the first time and not scoring to the level that I was looking for, I was…read morerecommended by a close friend to seek a private tutor through Twainstein. This could not have been a better choice, as working with Avi Lidgi proved to be what I needed to take the next step in improving my score. After working with Avi for three sessions (three weeks), I was able to improve my GRE score by 13 points (V158 Q159 to V166 Q164) into the 90th%s. While the resources and study materials were certainly useful, Avi's expertise on GRE-style questions and strategy for approaching these questions were invaluable in improving my score beyond what I could have done myself in this short period of time. Many of the questions that I considered highly difficult became simplified and approachable under his tutelage. During the test, this saved me many precious minutes to check my logical reasoning in both the verbal and quantitative sections. As such, I highly recommend Twainstein to any individuals or groups seeking improvement in their GRE test scores. The test is an excellent opportunity to anyone seeking to advance their education, and this test preparation organization offers an exciting way to achieve even greater success.

TLDR; Twainstein was quite possibly one of my greatest finds on Yelp. Highly recommend for GRE…read moretutor services. Money well spent. Over the past year I decided to pursue a career change that would require taking the GRE (/ hiring a tutor) and getting accepted to grad school. Being budget conscious, the first thing I noticed was that Twainstein's services weren't cheap, in fact they were wayyy out of my price range. However after doing some research, reading some reviews, having a pressure-free consult with Avi, and deciding that the best investment I could make was in my education, I made the leap. Best. Decision. Ever. Over the course of a month and half, Avi and I worked together to improve my confidence and test-taking strategy/abilities (Dare I say i'm no longer afraid of fractions?). He was patient, observant and tailored our sessions to my needs. I put in a lot of effort inside and outside of our sessions, and he did the same for me. I also really appreciated his routine checkins, his availability, speedy email responses, and his comprehensive approach to the exam. If you are slow to learn, have a LD like myself, or just lack the confidence, please don't let that deter you from taking the exam! You can achieve your goal score like I did with hard work and proper guidance, which is why I highly recommend Avi and his team.

Kathryn Favaro is the best there is. The college application process is beyond stressful with…read moredeadlines and essays and supplements that can make or break a student's application. Kathryn was great at sharpening the essays, keeping our daughter on track with deadlines and helped choose the best colleges for our daughter's chosen field. Thanks to her, our senior applied to 11 colleges, was accepted into 10, and waitlisted for one. Kathryn's got energy, tons of wisdom about this process, and is available at all hours when you've got questions or are just feeling overwhelmed. Hiring her to work with our daughter was the single best decision we made. She kept us all sane, and best of all our daughter gets to attend her top choice for college. Couldn't have done it without Kathryn's help every step of the way. Any family would be lucky to work with her.

Any (college graduate) parent can tell you that the college application process is not what it used…read moreto be 'back in the day'. I remember rolling out of bed, taking the SAT, and rolling into UCLA. To say the least, the college process today is overwhelming! How do you avoid the gray hairs and the occasional anxiety provoked confrontations with your child? You hire Kathryn Favaro. Kathryn Favaro provides UC, CSU, and Common Application college workshops at the public high school where my kids attend. I was impressed with her workshops. She was organized, current with the application process and provided helpful hints on how to maximize student's college application. I decided to hire Kathryn to review my daughter's essays through 'fresh eyes' with hopes she can help my daughter get past her writer's block. In the short hour she spent with my daughter, they brainstormed and came up with a plan. The process was easy, painless and worth the investment. Never did we feel that our daughter was less a priority than a student receiving more services from Kathryn. She always made herself available. Now that the application process is over (thank goodness!), the waiting game begins. At least my daughter feels she has maximized her opportunities towards getting into college!