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The process can seem overwhelming. There are so few concrete answers, and yet so much is on the line. You want your child to have opportunities and choices in the future. You just want the best for them. So do we. Strong Grades and Test Scores will Help Your Student: Stand out from the pack when they apply to college. Learn to overcome any obstacle with hard work and determination. Win scholarships to help pay for college. Download 13 Secrets to College Admission Success for FREE How I’ve Helped 1,000+ Students Stand Out, Win Scholarships, and Get Into College Where They Thrive Next Steps 3 Steps to Raising Your Grades and Test Scores: 1) Complete a free practice test. (ACT, SAT, ISEE, MCAT, LSAT, or AP exams, we’ve got them all. Learn where your student is scoring today and whether their current scores will help or hold back their applications to their first-choice colleges. If you’re looking for academic tutoring, you can skip this step and jump right to #2.) 2) Schedule a free 15-minute consultation to review your results. (Scores must be understood in their proper context, taking into account the specific tests, when they were taken, and how they stack up against your student’s goals for college.) 3) Create a plan to reach your goals for college and beyond. (We work with students of all levels on all exams. We offer 1-on-1 prep or digital classes. Whether you’re shooting for a perfect score, straight A’s, or just want to be more comfortable with standardized exams, Test Prep Gurus is here to help you reach your goals.) GET STARTED JOIN OUR TEAM PODCAST FREE STUFF BLOG ON-DEMAND WEBINAR SPEAKING A TRUSTED NAME EQUITY PLEDGE START WITH A FREE MOCK TEST AP PREP LOCATIONS CONSULTATIONS LOCATIONS: NEWPORT BEACH, ORANGE, MISSION VIEJO, SEAL BEACH, PASADENA, BREA, AND CLAREMONT. WE ALSO WORK WITH STUDENTS IN-HOME THROUGHOUT LOS ANGELES AND ACROSS THE GLOBE VIA OUR VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION [email protected] ◈ Interior Pages — 15 pages crawledChange students' lives by teaching them how to unleash their potential on the ACT and SAT — Test Prep Gurus 1-on-1 Prep SAT & ACT Classes Login Test Prep Gurus Get Started 1-on-1 Prep SAT & ACT Classes Login Test Prep Gurus Get Started Join Our Team   Test Prep Gurus is committed to offering our people opportunities for growth, both professionally and personally. We’ll ask a lot from you and we’ll provide a lot in return. If you're interested in working with a talented and passionate team, and want to effect positive change in the world through your work, then we would love to hear from you.   Rules we work by: Our clients will walk over hot coals to help their child reach their future goals. So will we. Test prep isn't a cost. It's an investment. Standardized exams tell us little of value about an individual -- the scores are simply a means to reach his or her long term goals. Our secret sauce is “D.I.G.” Deliberate Practice Intrinsic Motivation Growth Mindset The test prep process has the power to change students’ lives – the colleges they are admitted to, the scholarships they win, and what they perceive they are capable of in the future.   Who We Are: Nothing is standardized, each program is unique. We customize each program to more effectively help students achieve their goals. First guide the student to understand why we are doing what we are doing. The what , how, and when, come after. We know that good grades or intelligence don't always correlate with high starting scores on these exams. Each student's starting score is just a jumping off point. Everything we do is structured to achieve a result: the homework, practice tests, schedule, instructor pairing, partner communication, and so on, down the last little detail. We utilize a “takes a village approach” to ensure student-success. Every part of the team matters, the director, the instructors, the support staff, the parents, and the counselor. Bootcamps aren’t healthy (or very effective). If that's your thing, we probably aren't a good fit for you. We take the time to learn about each family and student. Choosing a test prep firm is similar to hiring a law firm. Quality and experience make the difference between a mediocre experience and an exceptional one. We don't just talk about growth mindset. We live it. The test prep process, when properly executed, is about much more than increasing a score. It’s about admission to a selective right-fit college, winning scholarships, increasing opportunities for the future, and inspiring students to push the boundaries of what they believe is possible.   Who We are Not: If the cram school model sounds appealing, you won’t find it here. We don’t teach to a test. We go much deeper than that. Over time it becomes mentoring, coaching, and pushing students to grow beyond their perceived barriers and flourish. We are not tutors. We are instructors. We don’t punch time cards. Schedules are flexible and fluid so that we can meet students and clients on their time. We aren’t instructional mercenaries. This is a passion. Instructor Test Prep Gurus is currently accepting applications for part-time SAT and ACT instructors in: Dallas, TX Claremont, CA Pasadena, CA Orange County, CA We're looking for personable educators who are excited to help young people reach their goals for college by improving their standardized test scores.       The Details: Part-time instructors typically work 5-30 hours per week (you choose how much or little you want to work.) Flexible, autonomous teaching environment. 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Apply At Test Prep Gurus we teach students how to raise their grades and scores on the ACT, SAT, ISEE, HSPT, APs so they can reach their goals for college and beyond. It all starts with 3 steps: Complete practice exams. Schedule a free 15-minute consultation to review your exam results. Create a 1-on-1 test prep plan to reach your goals for college and beyond. Get Started Back to Top Join Our Team Podcast Free Stuff Blog On-Demand Webinar Speaking A Trusted Name Equity Pledge Start with a free mock test AP Prep Locations Consultations Locations: Newport Beach, Orange, Mission Viejo, Seal Beach, Pasadena, Brea, and Claremont. We also work with students in-home throughout Los Angeles and across the globe via our virtual instruction platform. 949.229.5359 [email protected] Equity Pledge — Test Prep Gurus 1-on-1 Prep SAT & ACT Classes Login Test Prep Gurus Get Started 1-on-1 Prep SAT & ACT Classes Login Test Prep Gurus Get Started Equity Pledge Test Well. Do Good. The biggest issue in test prep is equity. Students that can afford test prep have a huge advantage over those that can’t. Let’s solve this issue together. Every time a family purchases a 1-on-1 or classroom prep program, Test Prep Gurus will donate a classroom program to a student in need, 100% for free.   "Test Prep Gurus was one of the wisest investments we made for our son. Due to the superior instruction, he was able to improve by 8 points on the ACT (the same as +320 points on the SAT). His final score placed him in the top 1% in the nation. Now he's eligible for merit aid from USC, a school that would otherwise have not been feasible. The management was also extremely communicative and insightful through every step of the process. This program went above and beyond our expectations." - Jason and Cami Weiss, Parents at Troy High School At Test Prep Gurus we teach students how to raise their grades and scores on the ACT, SAT, ISEE, HSPT, APs so they can reach their goals for college and beyond. It all starts with 3 steps: Complete practice exams. Schedule a free 15-minute consultation to review your exam results. Create a 1-on-1 test prep plan to reach your goals for college and beyond. Get Started Back to Top Join Our Team Podcast Free Stuff Blog On-Demand Webinar Speaking A Trusted Name Equity Pledge Start with a free mock test AP Prep Locations Consultations Locations: Newport Beach, Orange, Mission Viejo, Seal Beach, Pasadena, Brea, and Claremont. 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Get Started Back to Top Join Our Team Podcast Free Stuff Blog On-Demand Webinar Speaking A Trusted Name Equity Pledge Start with a free mock test AP Prep Locations Consultations Locations: Newport Beach, Orange, Mission Viejo, Seal Beach, Pasadena, Brea, and Claremont. We also work with students in-home throughout Los Angeles and across the globe via our virtual instruction platform. 949.229.5359 [email protected] The Nick Standlea Show | Conversations That Expand Your Mind — Test Prep Gurus 1-on-1 Prep SAT & ACT Classes Login Test Prep Gurus Get Started 1-on-1 Prep SAT & ACT Classes Login Test Prep Gurus Get Started Over 126,000+ Subscribers on YouTube The Nick Standlea Show , where each episode leans into one big future question—AI, work, meaning—and we chase it until it finally clicks. 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Get Started Back to Top Join Our Team Podcast Free Stuff Blog On-Demand Webinar Speaking A Trusted Name Equity Pledge Start with a free mock test AP Prep Locations Consultations Locations: Newport Beach, Orange, Mission Viejo, Seal Beach, Pasadena, Brea, and Claremont. We also work with students in-home throughout Los Angeles and across the globe via our virtual instruction platform. 949.229.5359 [email protected] Locations — Test Prep Gurus 1-on-1 Prep SAT & ACT Classes Login Test Prep Gurus Get Started 1-on-1 Prep SAT & ACT Classes Login Test Prep Gurus Get Started Test Prep Gurus’ sunny Newport Beach location:  View fullsize We offer 1-on-1 instruction in the following locations: Newport Beach, Orange, Mission Viejo, Seal Beach, Pasadena, Brea, and Claremont. We also work with students in-home and through our custom virtual instruction platform. Directions to our mock testing locations   Newport Beach 23 Corporate Plaza Drive, Newport Beach 92660 (Suite 150)   Pasadena 790 East Colorado Blvd., Pasadena 91101 (9th Floor)   Claremont 800 North Dartmouth Avenue, Claremont, CA 91711   Orange 500 N State College Blvd, Orange, CA 92868 (11th Floor)   Seal Beach 350 Main Street, Suite E, Seal Beach, 90740 (2nd Floor)   Mission Viejo 27201 Puerta Real, Mission Viejo, CA 92691 (3rd Floor)   At Test Prep Gurus we teach students how to raise their ACT and SAT scores so they can reach their goals for college and beyond. It all starts with 3 steps: Complete mock ACT and SAT exams. Schedule a free 15-minute consultation to review your exam results. Create a 1-on-1 test prep plan to reach your goals for college and beyond. Start with a mock ACT or SAT At Test Prep Gurus we teach students how to raise their grades and scores on the ACT, SAT, ISEE, HSPT, APs so they can reach their goals for college and beyond. It all starts with 3 steps: Complete practice exams. Schedule a free 15-minute consultation to review your exam results. Create a 1-on-1 test prep plan to reach your goals for college and beyond. Get Started Back to Top Join Our Team Podcast Free Stuff Blog On-Demand Webinar Speaking A Trusted Name Equity Pledge Start with a free mock test AP Prep Locations Consultations Locations: Newport Beach, Orange, Mission Viejo, Seal Beach, Pasadena, Brea, and Claremont. We also work with students in-home throughout Los Angeles and across the globe via our virtual instruction platform. 949.229.5359 [email protected] 1-on-1 SAT & ACT Tutoring | Personalized Prep | Test Prep Gurus — Test Prep Gurus #preFooter { display: none; } 1-on-1 Prep SAT & ACT Classes Login Test Prep Gurus Get Started 1-on-1 Prep SAT & ACT Classes Login Test Prep Gurus Get Started Maximize Your Scores with 1-on-1 Test Prep “ “Grand Slam! That’s how I would describe my son’s overall experience with Test Prep Gurus. His teachers were encouraging while challenging, systematic as well as comprehensive, and attentive to his individual needs. Bottom line... they helped him raise his score by 300 points! Thank you for your dedication to partnering with students to better their future. Seeing my son’s face and listening to the excitement in his voice as he pulled up his final test scores was absolutely priceless!“ ” — Donelle B., Los Angeles, The Webb Schools Get Started 1-on-1 prep, in-person or digitally. When you work with our team 1-on-1, everything is customized to maximize your results to reach your college goals. We work with students 1-on-1 all over the world through our digital platform. In-person 1-on-1 prep is available in-person in Southern California. Get Started Get In To Your Dream College Ask the big questions on what colleges will help you take the next step, then determine what scores & GPA will help get you in to those colleges, make a plan, and exectute the plan. 3 Steps to Success: 1) Complete a free practice ACT, SAT, ISEE, HSPT, AP, MCAT, LSAT exam (or any other test). 2) Schedule a free 15-minute consultation to review your exam results. 3) Discuss how test preparation can help you and your child reach your goals for the future. Get Started   Test Prep Gurus has helped thousands of students across the country and around the world improve their ACT and SAT scores by hundreds of points. Our students win merit-scholarships linked to their ACT and SAT scores totaling hundreds of thousands of dollars every year. All of our teachers score in the top 1% in any subject they teach. 1-on-1 programs of 12 weeks or more come with a score-increase guarantee. Families have trusted us to guide them through this process for more than fifteen years. "Our daughter did 12 weeks of tutoring. Test Prep Gurus have the whole process down to a fine art with updates from the instructors after every session, monthly full-length practice tests under real exam conditions, and check-ins with the Director after each mock exam to discuss our daughter's progress and the next steps. The teachers were highly trained and focused on the areas causing challenges. It was great to have a different teacher for the English/Reading and Math/Science sections. While it was a big investment, we feel that the investment has paid dividends with college paths now open that could previously have not been an option for our daughter, as her score improved by 6 points on the ACT (equivalent to +240 points on the SAT) to a near perfect 35 out of 36. Thank you Test Prep Gurus!"  -Los Alamitos High School Parent, F.K.   Growth Mindset and Intrinsic Motivation Our process focuses on the student.  Who are you?  What are your goals for college?  How can we help you reach those goals?   When a student knows why they are prepping for a specific exam or pushing a class grade higher, and how the process is relevant to their goals for the future, motivation increases exponentially.  Increased motivation and a sense of ownership over the process lead to healthier, happier students who earn scores above and beyond what otherwise would have been possible.     Test Prep Gurus goes well beyond the standard "tips and tricks" that can be found in most test prep books or courses.   Content-Oriented:  Comprehensive practice exam analysis enables us to zero in on the specific content areas where the student stands to make the largest gains.  Our expert instructors use proven techniques and exercises to address those areas.  Students save time by only focusing on the areas where they need the most help -- and their scores rapidly improve as a result.    Total Mastery: Our experienced instructors are trained to go beyond "teaching to a test."  Their aim is to improve scores, while developing skills that will last a lifetime, such as teaching students to read faster with increased retention, imparting a deep understanding of mathematical concepts that will serve students well on standardized exams and in their classes, and improving students' logic, rhetoric, and argumentative skills.  It Takes a Village:  When you hire Test Prep Gurus you are hiring a team of experts to help you and your family achieve your goals for college. Your son or daughter will work with multiple instructors, all of whom are experts in the areas they teach. Behind the scenes, our management team will digest every practice exam your son or daughter takes to pinpoint areas of potential improvement. Your Director will keep you posted on every step of the process and coordinate our team's efforts to ensure success.    Results from Our Students: Get Started We Have a Plan for You “Alice: Which way should I go? Cat: That depends on where you are going. Alice: I don’t know. Cat: Then it doesn’t matter which way you go.” - Lewis Carroll, Alice in Wonderland   Evaluation: The starting point for any program is to identify where the student is currently scoring. Free diagnostic tests for the ACT, SAT and other exams provide a baseline score, which we expand into a detailed analysis of the student's strengths and weaknesses.    Consultation: The consultation provides us an opportunity to discuss the student's baseline results in the context of the student's goals for college. Depending on the student's initial scores (and other admission factors such as GPA, course rigor, their "hook", etc.) we offer recommendations on how best to reach the student's goals.   Our test prep package recommendations are primarily based on where the student is currently scoring vs. where the student would likely need to score in order to be competitive at his or her best-fit colleges. When possible, we collaborate with the student's school or independent counselor prior to the consultation to ensure that our recommendations support the counselor's larger plan for the student. We also take time to answer all the basic questions, such as:  How much improvement is possible? Do I need to take a standardized test or should I go test-optional? When should I take the ACT or SAT, and how many times? What is the difference between the ACT and SAT? Will schools see all of my scores, or can I choose which ones to send? What is a "superscore"?   Instructors: Each student is paired with a verbal instructor and a math instructor (unless the student is completing a math-only or verbal-only program). We hold all of our instructors to the same rigorous guidelines: score in the top 1% of any subject they teach possess effective communication skills to motivate and teach be able to work with students of all ages and performance levels   Ongoing Support: Fluid communication is the foundation of our personalized one-on-one programs. Every college application process involves many moving parts:  application lists change, GPAs rise, improved ACT & SAT scores open new doors, etc. Our senior staff works in conjunction with all parties involved (parents, college counselors, teachers, independent educational consultants, learning specialists, and others) to ensure that all aspects in a prep program are operating smoothly, speak directly to the student's strengths, weaknesses, and current progressions, and ultimately contribute toward the student's end goals.   No two programs are exactly alike, and once a program begins, our directors are continuously present to make any necessary adjustments for your student based on Test Prep Gurus Blog | SAT, ACT & College Admissions Advice — Test Prep Gurus 1-on-1 Prep SAT & ACT Classes Login Test Prep Gurus Get Started 1-on-1 Prep SAT & ACT Classes Login Test Prep Gurus Get Started Blog Stay up to date with cutting-edge information on the SAT, ACT, college admissions tips, and more. 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Get Started You want the best for them We understand the challenges associated with sending your son or daughter off to college. It’s a major life change for parents and children. The process can seem overwhelming. There are so few concrete answers, and yet so much is on the line. You want your child to have opportunities and choices in the future. You just want the best for them. So do we.   View this post on Instagram A post shared by Test Prep Gurus (SAT, ACT, HSPT, Tutoring) (@testprepgurus)   Strong Grades and Test Scores will Help Your Student: Stand out from the pack when they apply to college. Learn to overcome any obstacle with hard work and determination.   Win scholarships to help pay for college. Download 13 Secrets to College Admission Success for FREE How I’ve Helped 1,000+ Students Stand Out, Win Scholarships, and Get Into College Where They Thrive Next Steps 3 Steps to Raising Your Grades and Test Scores: 1) Complete a free practice test. (ACT, SAT, ISEE, MCAT, LSAT, or AP exams, we’ve got them all. Learn where your student is scoring today and whether their current scores will help or hold back their applications to their first-choice colleges. If you’re looking for academic tutoring, you can skip this step and jump right to #2.) 2) Schedule a free 15-minute consultation to review your results. (Scores must be understood in their proper context, taking into account the specific tests, when they were taken, and how they stack up against your student’s goals for college.) 3) Create a plan to reach your goals for college and beyond. (We work with students of all levels on all exams. We offer 1-on-1 prep or digital classes . Whether you’re shooting for a perfect score, straight A’s, or just want to be more comfortable with standardized exams, Test Prep Gurus is here to help you reach your goals.) Get Started     At Test Prep Gurus we teach students how to raise their grades and scores on the ACT, SAT, ISEE, HSPT, APs so they can reach their goals for college and beyond. It all starts with 3 steps: Complete practice exams. Schedule a free 15-minute consultation to review your exam results. Create a 1-on-1 test prep plan to reach your goals for college and beyond. Get Started Back to Top Join Our Team Podcast Free Stuff Blog On-Demand Webinar Speaking A Trusted Name Equity Pledge Start with a free mock test AP Prep Locations Consultations Locations: Newport Beach, Orange, Mission Viejo, Seal Beach, Pasadena, Brea, and Claremont. We also work with students in-home throughout Los Angeles and across the globe via our virtual instruction platform. 949.229.5359 [email protected] Bring a college admissions expert to speak at your school or organization — Test Prep Gurus 1-on-1 Prep SAT & ACT Classes Login Test Prep Gurus Get Started 1-on-1 Prep SAT & ACT Classes Login Test Prep Gurus Get Started Speaking Engagements Schedule a Live Event or Webinar Every talk delivers an inspirational and uplifting message for parents and students. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Test Prep Gurus (@testprepgurus) Nick encourages families to forget college rankings and status, and instead focus on their individual journey. Don’t take our word for it… High School Counselor Quotes "...one of the highlights of my first NACAC conference experience" "I thought your workshop was hands-down one of the highlights of my first NACAC conference experience.  Research-based, digestible and accessible, neatly-packed into 60 minutes. So thank you for giving us some amazing tools." - Sunita Takhar, Pleasanton Unified School District "Hands down my favorite session" "I wanted to let you know how extraordinarily helpful your session was! Hands down my favorite session at the 3 day conference!  As a matter of fact, I am using some of the information you shared for three class presentations that I am doing today! I can’t wait to use more of your presentation in the classroom and with parents! Thanks again!" - Rebecca Smith, College and Career Center Facilitator, Reed High School "I very much enjoyed your Reducing Anxiety talk!" - Eloise Schneider, College Advisor, Miramonte High School "Excellent, important and entertaining" "My thanks to you for the excellent, IMPORTANT and entertaining presentation. If I could attend NACAC this year, I would be in the front row at this session—and take it all in again." -Jann Russell "...Best college talk I've ever watched..." "Thank you from our staff, our students, and our parents. That might be the best college talk I've ever watched."  "Incredibly insightful and a breath of fresh air!" "Reducing anxiety is essential to our profession – we can’t keep letting teens/students become anxiety-riddled flesh blobs from so much testing. Testing may be necessary, but there are ways to mitigate that stress. Nick provided solutions in this session that were totally practical and easy to take home and implement. Some sessions just talk at you but don’t give you anything you can actually use. This was the opposite. I know I am not the only one who felt this way because during and after the session I heard things like, “This was the best session here,” “They need this at every ACAC,” and “I am totally going to do this stuff with my students.” It was exactly what every session should be: simple and easy to digest,practical applications we can apply in our jobs, and full of energy and audience participation." - Breanne Boyle, Collegewise, Director & College Counselor "Thank you for sharing!" - Estela Gerlinger, Counselor, George Whittell High School "This session was awesome!" "This session was awesome! There were several tips and strategies I plan on using lessons next year." Damien Bracey, Guidance Counselor, Valley Vista High School, RMACAC Executive Board Delegate "Tremendously helpful for our families and students!" "Thank you so much for your wisdom and insights on standardized testing and college admissions. It was tremendously helpful for our families and students!"   Events: Score-Back Nights College Testing Talks How to Crush the New Digital PSAT and SAT Reducing Anxiety in Admissions Talks Nick Standlea is the Chief Executive Officer of Test Prep Gurus. After earning a perfect score on the SAT, he founded Test Prep Gurus with the mission of using standardized tests to teach broader life skills for college and beyond. Over the last ten years, Test Prep Gurus has helped numerous students earn perfect scores on the ACT and SAT, and thousands more to improve their scores, without sacrificing their sanity. Today the firm is a thought-leader in SAT and ACT preparation and works with students across America and around the world. Before Test Prep Gurus, Nick was a Research Associate at the Quality of Life Research Center, a think tank that studies education, motivation, and learning. He holds a degree in Media Studies from Pitzer College and an MBA from Claremont Graduate University. Nick is also a member of WACAC, NACAC, and the co-chair of the NACAC Orange County College Fair. Outside of work, Nick loves coaching soccer and traveling. Fun fact, he once won a grant to teach kids how to surf in Hainan, China. Nick regularly speaks at schools and community organizations. Past engagements include: UC Berkeley, Pitzer College, Claremont Graduate University, Golden West College, Loyola Marymount University, the Western Association of College Counseling (WACAC), National Association of College Counseling (NACAC) college fairs, A Better Chance foundation, The Orange County Private School Association, the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), The Webb Schools, Rosary Academy, Hawaii Preparatory Academy, JSerra Catholic High School, Connelly School for Girls, Fusion Academy, Orange Lutheran High School, New Roads School, Newport Harbor High School, Northwood High School, Capo Valley High School, Santa Monica High School, Sage Hill School, and many others.   Nick Standlea speaking at UC Berkeley. Nick is available to speak on a range of topics, including: SAT vs ACT -- Everything You Need to Know Reducing Anxiety in College Admissions and Standardized Testing 9 Ways to Teach Growth Mindset PSAT and/or Pre-ACT Scoreback Nights LDs and Standardized Testing   Feedback from National Charity League Chapters... NCL Quotes "excellent tips on how we, as parents, can better support and encourage our children as they approach these stressful years of high school” Nick Standlea spoke at the National Charity League meeting in February 2019 and he shared his wealth of knowledge, perspective and insight when it comes to college prep tests such as the SAT and ACT.  He also has excellent tips on how we, as parents, can better support and encourage our children as they approach these stressful years of high school filled with shooting for a strong GPA and high SAT and/or ACT test scores.  I would highly recommend Nick Standlea as a speaker to anyone seeking college test prep help and/or overall parent coaching as his intellect in these areas are second to none and his demeanor helps bring us moms (and dads) back to reality and not feel so overwhelmed for our kids, as well as for ourselves.  Thank you Nick!  - Laurel Tolliver NCL Monarch Chapter I highly recommend that other NCL Chapters include Nick in their annual program! "Our Patronesses gave Nick Standlea and Test Prep Gurus the highest of marks. His presentation “Reducing Anxiety in Standardized Testing and the College Admission Process” was highly informative and entertaining (and just as important, it did not include a sales pitch of any kind). I highly recommend that other National Charity League Chapters include Nick in their annual program!" - Tania Jernigan, President, National Charity League: Monarch Chapter "I wanted to give a special shout-out to Nick, our MC extraordinaire!" “I wanted to give a special shutout to Nick, our MC extraordinaire. You so beautifully kept us all in order, and professionally and masterfully anchored us step-by-step. 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These are essential tools that will help young minds (a Free SAT, ACT & College Admissions Resources | Test Prep Gurus — Test Prep Gurus 1-on-1 Prep SAT & ACT Classes Login Test Prep Gurus Get Started 1-on-1 Prep SAT & ACT Classes Login Test Prep Gurus Get Started Free Resources Unlock Your Dream College (Look up college scores, set your goals) ACT/SAT Offical Test Dates Score Conversions: (Make a plan to reach your goals) 3 Test Prep Timelines (Execute the plan to reach your goals) Register for SAT and ACT Dates: SAT: August Register SAT: October Register SAT: November Register SAT: December Register SAT: March Register SAT: May Register SAT: June Register ACT: July Register ACT: September Register ACT: October Register ACT: December Register ACT: February Register ACT: April Register ACT: June Register ACT Links: *ACT Testing Dates *ACT Score Retrieval *History of the ACT Exam *ACT: National Percentile Rankings Additional Free Resources: *US World News College Rankings *Forbes Top Colleges *Wall Street Journal/ Times Higher Education Rankings *College Education and Happiness by Professsor Galloway SAT Links: *SAT Testing Dates *SAT Score Retrieval *History of the SAT Exam *SAT: National Percentile Rankings Books About College Admissions: Colleges That Change Lives: 40 Schools That Will Change the Way You Think About Colleges , by Loren Pope and Hilary Masell Oswald. 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Our students consistently earn scores that help them achieve admission to the country's top colleges and universities, including Stanford, Yale, Harvard, Princeton, Brown, Dartmouth, MIT, Cornell, NYU, Columbia, Wesleyan, Johns Hopkins, Rice, University of Chicago, the Claremont Colleges, Swarthmore, UC Berkeley, UCLA, and USC.  However, we firmly believe that choosing the right college isn't just about rankings, it’s about finding the right fit. Our team will work directly with your school or private college counselor to ensure that your test prep plan is tailored to your unique goals for college. “ “They simply under-promised and over-delivered. Professional, caring, and conscientious, they helped our son achieve results that will make a big difference while also boosting his confidence in the process. A wise investment.” - John Porrello, Parent and Board Member at JSerra Catholic High School ” Recent news from our students:   At Test Prep Gurus we teach students how to raise their grades and scores on the ACT, SAT, ISEE, HSPT, APs so they can reach their goals for college and beyond. It all starts with 3 steps: Complete practice exams. Schedule a free 15-minute consultation to review your exam results. Create a 1-on-1 test prep plan to reach your goals for college and beyond. Get Started Back to Top Join Our Team Podcast Free Stuff Blog On-Demand Webinar Speaking A Trusted Name Equity Pledge Start with a free mock test AP Prep Locations Consultations Locations: Newport Beach, Orange, Mission Viejo, Seal Beach, Pasadena, Brea, and Claremont. We also work with students in-home throughout Los Angeles and across the globe via our virtual instruction platform. 949.229.5359 [email protected] We've helped 11,000+ students raise their scores and earn over $20 million in scholarships. — Test Prep Gurus 1-on-1 Prep SAT & ACT Classes Login Test Prep Gurus Get Started 1-on-1 Prep SAT & ACT Classes Login Test Prep Gurus Get Started For over 16 years, Test Prep Gurus has helped more than 11,000 students raise their scores, boost their confidence, and earn over $33 million in scholarships. Past students have been admitted to every single top 50 college in the world. Nick Standlea CEO, Test Prep Gurus B.A., Pitzer College | M.B.A., Claremont Graduate University Additional studies: Oxford University, Lorenzo de Medici School of Art, Harvard University. Nick Standlea is the founder of Test Prep Gurus , a company he launched after raising his own SAT score from average to a perfect 1600. Over the past 20 years, Test Prep Gurus has helped thousands of students nationwide boost their test scores, improve their grades, and reach their college and career goals. Nick consults with schools and school districts using AI-augmented data synthesis —turning fragmented, messy data into clear, decision-ready insights, and is a member of the National Association for College Admission Counseling. He is also the host of The Nick Standlea Show , which has grown to over 150,000 subscribers across platforms (top 1% globally for podcasts). Nick was recently featured in Inside Higher Ed and is currently working on a new book about how students can use deep learning to build adaptable skills that AI won’t be able to replace. At Test Prep Gurus we teach students how to raise their grades and scores on the ACT, SAT, ISEE, HSPT, APs so they can reach their goals for college and beyond. It all starts with 3 steps: Complete practice exams. Schedule a free 15-minute consultation to review your exam results. Create a 1-on-1 test prep plan to reach your goals for college and beyond. Get Started Back to Top Join Our Team Podcast Free Stuff Blog On-Demand Webinar Speaking A Trusted Name Equity Pledge Start with a free mock test AP Prep Locations Consultations Locations: Newport Beach, Orange, Mission Viejo, Seal Beach, Pasadena, Brea, and Claremont. We also work with students in-home throughout Los Angeles and across the globe via our virtual instruction platform. 949.229.5359 [email protected] AP Test Prep — Test Prep Gurus 1-on-1 Prep SAT & ACT Classes Login Test Prep Gurus Get Started 1-on-1 Prep SAT & ACT Classes Login Test Prep Gurus Get Started AP Prep and Academic Tutoring From AP Calculus to Chemistry, Physics, English, and History — our team can teach it all. If you want to help your student get ahead and or just make sure he or she doesn't fall behind, private academic instruction might be the answer. 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Get Started At Test Prep Gurus we teach students how to raise their grades and scores on the ACT, SAT, ISEE, HSPT, APs so they can reach their goals for college and beyond. It all starts with 3 steps: Complete practice exams. Schedule a free 15-minute consultation to review your exam results. Create a 1-on-1 test prep plan to reach your goals for college and beyond. Get Started Back to Top Join Our Team Podcast Free Stuff Blog On-Demand Webinar Speaking A Trusted Name Equity Pledge Start with a free mock test AP Prep Locations Consultations Locations: Newport Beach, Orange, Mission Viejo, Seal Beach, Pasadena, Brea, and Claremont. 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The Test Prep Gurus’ ACT Workbook   Upcoming Classes (click test date below for full schedule): *All classes include: 20 hours of live instruction 3 practice tests Test Prep Gurus’ unique testing strategies Homework between each session Office Hours to review personal questions and practice exams Recordings of each class and office hours will be available for review Maximum class size: 15 students Discounts on optional supplemental 1-on-1 tutoring SAT: Digital SAT Class: Official Test Date: August 22nd, 2026 $895.00 20 hours of live instruction 3 practice tests Test Prep Gurus course materials book Homework between each session Office Hours to review personal questions and practice exams Recordings of each class and office hours will be available for review Maximum class size: 15 students Discounts on optional supplemental 1-on-1 tutoring Classes Begin: June 28th, 2026 Class Time: 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. PST Class Schedule: 7 consecutive Sundays from June 28th, 2026 to August 9th, 2026; 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. PST 4 “Office Hours” sessions on Thursdays (7/9, 7/23, 8/6, 8/20); 5:00 p.m.-6:30 p.m. PST Practice Tests: Students will self-administer three digital practice tests, spaced evenly throughout the course (7/11, 7/25, 8/8). Deadline to Register: June 21st, 2026 Purchase Sold out Digital SAT Class: Official Test Date: May 2nd, 2026 $895.00 20 hours of live instruction 3 practice tests Test Prep Gurus course materials book Homework between each session Office Hours to review personal questions and practice exams Recordings of each class and office hours will be available for review Maximum class size: 15 students Discounts on optional supplemental 1-on-1 tutoring Classes Begin: March 15th, 2026 Class Time: 3:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. PST Class Schedule: 7 consecutive Sundays from March 15th, 2026 to April 26th, 2026; 3:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. PST 4 “Office Hours” sessions on Thursdays (3/19, 4/2, 4/16, 4/30); 5:00 p.m.-6:30 p.m. PST Practice Tests: Students will self-administer three digital practice tests, spaced evenly throughout the course (3/28, 4/11, 4/25). Deadline to Register: March 10th, 2026 Purchase   ACT: Digital ACT Class: Official Test Date: July 11th, 2026 $895.00 20 hours of live instruction 3 practice tests Test Prep Gurus course materials book Homework between each session Office Hours to review personal questions and practice exams Recordings of each class and office hours will be available for review Maximum class size: 15 students Discounts on optional supplemental 1-on-1 tutoring Classes Begin: May 24th, 2026 Class Time: 12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. PST Class Schedule: 7 consecutive Sundays from May 24th, 2026 to July 5th, 2026; 12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. PST 4 “Office Hours” sessions on Wednesdays: 6/3, 6/10, 6/24 and 7/8 from 5:00 p.m.-6:30 p.m. PST Practice Tests: Students will self-administer three digital practice tests, spaced evenly throughout the course (6/6, 6/20, and 7/4). These exams can be taken at the student’s convenience prior to their next Sunday lesson. Deadline to Register: May 21st, 2026 Purchase Digital ACT Class: Official Test Date: September 19th, 2026 $895.00 20 hours of live instruction 3 practice tests Test Prep Gurus course materials book Homework between each session Office Hours to review personal questions and practice exams Recordings of each class and office hours will be available for review Maximum class size: 15 students Discounts on optional supplemental 1-on-1 tutoring Classes Begin: August 2nd, 2026 Class Time: 12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. PST Class Schedule: 7 consecutive Sundays from August 2nd, 2026 to September 13th, 2026; 12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. PST 4 “Office Hours” sessions on Wednesdays (8/5, 8/19, 9/2, 9/16) from 5:00 p.m.-6:30 p.m. PST Practice Tests: Students will self-administer three digital practice tests, spaced evenly throughout the course (8/15, 8/29, 9/12). These exams can be taken at the student’s convenience prior to their next Sunday lesson. Deadline to Register: July 26th, 2026 Purchase       “ “My daughter was still in 10th grade, so we weren’t ready for a 1-on-1 program yet, but we wanted to get an early start on the process of prepping for the ACT. When I first told her about the Test Prep Gurus online course, she hated the idea. ‘Who wants to study for the ACT!’ she said. ‘She was even more thrilled when I asked her to complete her first practice ACT.’ But she eventually agreed to do it because she knew it was for her own good. Then something weird happened. She kinda enjoyed the first class. Maybe ‘enjoy’ isn’t the right word, but she said it felt good to see that with a little instruction, she could solve the problems and boost her score. After completing the online class and supplementing it with private 1-on-1 instruction from Test Prep Gurus teachers, she pulled her score up by 6 composite points! (the same as +240 on the SAT). Now she can’t wait to apply to college and see where she gets in. Thank you Test Prep Gurus!“ ” — J.M., Parent at Newport Harbor High School FAQ: What if I miss one of the classes? All sessions are recorded and personal questions can be answered during office hours. How do the practice tests work? Practice tests can be self-administered at any time. If the class is full, can I join the waitlist? Yes, contact us here to join the waitlist. What kind of score improvement can I expect? Score improvements vary widely and depend on several factors: What is the student’s starting or baseline score? What level of math has a student completed before the class? Does the student attend all the sessions and complete all homework assignments and practice test sessions? For a typical student starting in the 1000-1200 range on the SAT or 20-25 Composite on the ACT, we expect to see 100-200 points of SAT improvement or the equivalent of 3-6 points on the ACT scale. At Test Prep Gurus we teach students how to raise their grades and scores on the ACT, SAT, ISEE, HSPT, APs so they can reach their goals for college and beyond. It all starts with 3 steps: Complete practice exams. Schedule a free 15-minute consultation to review your exam results. Create a 1-on-1 test prep plan to reach your goals for college and beyond. Get Started Back to Top Join Our Team Podcast Free Stuff Blog On-Demand Webinar Speaking A Trusted Name Equity Pledge Start with a free mock test AP Prep Locations Consultations Locations: Newport Beach, Orange, Mission Viejo, Seal Beach, Pasadena, Brea, and Claremont. We also work with students in-home throughout Los Angeles and across the globe via our virtual instruction platform. 949.229.5359 [email protected]