Test Prep
Maximizing scores and delivering success since 2001
Test scores are as important as ever for college admissions and merit-based scholarship awards. That’s why we offer a wide variety of options for tutoring programs. We focus on flexible schedules, a dynamic method to help students learn no matter their learning style, and a comfortable, accessible approach to tutoring that helps college applicants achieve their maximum scores.
Ivy Bound offers private tutoring, semi-private tutoring, and classes for all students.
Our experienced tutors have extensive knowledge of the college application process, and they take a comprehensive approach to teaching and learning designed to maximize success.
Using exam materials, test-taking, and test prep strategies furnished by top sources, including the College Board, our expert tutors have a solid foundation in helping students focused on all academic areas of interest to gain admission to their dream schools.
Now offering SSAT/ISEE Test Prep
The key to unlock private secondary schools
Everything you need to increase your score
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Custom Materials
Ivy Bound’s curriculum and materials are the distillation of the collective knowledge of our most expert tutors. All our strategies are designed around the singular goal of maximizing test performance, informed by 20 years of experience of doing so. Our proprietary materials are among our greatest assets, and are only available to Ivy Bound students.
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Expert Instructors
The core of Ivy Bound is our topflight tutoring team. No matter the test, subject, or class, Ivy Bound has a tutor with the knowledge and experience to improve your educational performance. Our SAT and ACT tutors have taken the tests themselves and scored in the top 1% globally. More than just content masters, they also share a passion for clear and effective instruction, and the goal of teaching each student the way that they learn best.
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Complimentary Resources
Our test prep curriculum doesn’t end with tutoring and classes. We offer additional resources to our students free of charge, like timed practice tests, live office hours, and more. We provide this content to reinforce the progress made through direct instruction, and to encourage and support studying. Learn more about our additional resources.
Options for everyone
Private tutoring or group classes? In-person or online?ACT, SAT, or another test? Whatever your preference, Ivy Bound has a program tailored to various wants and needs for students and their families.
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ACT Prep
Learn more about Ivy Bound’s approach to helping students maximize ACT scores.
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SAT Prep
Learn more about Ivy Bound’s approach to helping students maximize SAT scores.
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Private Tutoring
Private tutoring is Ivy Bound’s most requested service. Students in the United States appreciate the value of private tutoring because it offers four key benefits to your learning:
a tutor can meet you on a flexible schedule
session length and subject matter are also flexible, 1-2 hours is standard, but we work with your needs to achieve maximum content review from teacher-led instruction in a limited time.
individual tutors can tailor their private instruction to your abilities, interests and subject matter needs
a tutor can work with your individual student at a pace that’s right for you.
In addition to the confidentiality, private tutoring allows each student to learn in his or her own style, with test-taking strategies that maximize results. The tutor is there to lead them along their path to academic greatness. Try one of our private tutors today and see results in the classroom and on exams!
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Group Classes
Do you work better with a class agenda? Would you prefer a set time every week for an additional class? Then try out an Ivy Bound class! Our classes meet on different schedules, but choosing one that works for you is very simple. Classes meet with a teacher and complete a full agenda to help you with whatever subject you need.
Ivy Bound’s online instruction is advantageous for three types of students:
Any student who wants the best possible tutoring services and results for a lower price
Anyone who is more comfortable with dynamic group work
Any student who prefers the structure of a predefined course to the flexibility of individual instruction
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Online Instruction
Ivy Bound instructors have been using cutting-edge online teaching strategies since 2009. While other groups are just starting to understand the differences between tutoring in-person and online, Ivy Bound has a long history of utilizing Zoom and other web-based teaching tools to improve outcomes for our students. As of 2021, not a single teacher’s college has certified instructors specifically in teaching online, making the experience our tutors have accumulated the best and only tool to learn best practices and ensure a high-quality online learning environment.
We know many students and families have had negative experiences with online instruction during the COVID-19 pandemic. For teachers trying to manage large groups of quarantined students and grappling with the challenges of learning new technologies at the same time, some challenges are to be expected.
Ivy Bound has had more than a decade to refine its online education systems, and is proudly offering Zoom tutoring to anyone who requests the service. We are confident that we can maintain the standard of excellence our students expect, whether in-person or online.
Why Ivy Bound?
Learn more about our company, our tutors, and how we can assist you