Test Prep Courses
We'll help you meet the demands of preparing for your college entrance exams.
Admissions officers consider grades, class rank, extracurricular activities and test scores when they make their decisions about whether to accept or deny students.
We can help you in all of those areas!
Freshmen & Sophomores
The PSAT is a great opportunity for students to get an idea of their strengths and weaknesses in various skills that are necessary for college study.
It's also helpful because it lets them prepare based on what they need the most help with, so no time will be wasted working through unnecessary practice problems.
The final benefit comes from seeing how your performance compares against other high schoolers applying to colleges across the nation, this can give you more confidence as we head into application season!
Some lucky students even win scholarships offered by National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC)!
Juniors and Seniors
The end of year sophomores, juniors and seniors should be seriously preparing with SAT tutoring or ACT college entrance exam two to four months prior.
All four years of high school students need to read comprehension and vocabulary skills in addition, we have found a majority that come during the Test Masters Program needs math (Algebra 1 & 2 Geometry Trigonometry).
Preparation starts two-four month before allowing them time to navigate through different types of questions given on PSAT/SAT/ACT.
We can't forget the importance of learning test-taking tricks and how to allocate time.
For example, if a student needs more intense review in Math or English courses from high school we will sit down with parents and discuss concerns about their child's performance on tests before deciding what is needed next for tutoring sessions.
If this involves additional remediation that takes place outside our typical hours it may not be included so students are aware of these fees ahead of time when signing contracts which need re-negotiation as well depending on circumstances.
2 Hour Initial Consultation
The cost is $97 for the 2-hour Initial Consultation (to be applied to the total cost of the Test Masters Program if you enroll).
A bill will go out via email, and payment must be made online before attending. The initial consultation usually takes place during school or on a weekend day due to scheduling constraints.
This time allows both students and tutors to get better acquainted with one another's learning style so that they can establish rapport going forward into our sessions together in order to maximize your test score improvement potential!
We'll also discuss how this exam is scored, it may help us strategize ways we might want to focus your studying efforts as well as assess where improvements are most needed at present based upon past scores/grades received thus far throughout high school!
The next session after purchase of the full Test Masters Program, we will go over a take-home diagnostic test that was completed by each student.
We want to make sure students see where they need improvement and which program is best suited for them moving forward so this takes priority in our sessions.
Outlining of Program and First Session
Cost included in initial consultation. During this meeting, the Director will discuss with the parents and the student the results on their Diagnostic Test, review any previous testing, the student’s goals, budget, timeframe of taking the official test, and their knowledge of the materials.We will also discuss the pros and cons of taking one test versus the other. This appointment will not be to go over the answers to the Diagnostic test questions, this will be done during the first scheduled tutoring session. The goal of this session is to place the student in the Test Masters Program that will best align with their objectives as well as their learning style.
Test Masters Program
2-hour Initial Consultation (includes take-home diagnostic test) The cost is $97 for the 2-hour Initial Consultation (to be applied to the total cost of the Test Masters Program if the student chooses to enroll). A bill will be sent to your email and the session is paid online prior to attending the session. The initial consultation is usually after school or on the weekend.
This time will allow both the student and the tutor to get to know one another better.The first few minutes we discuss the layout of the exam, how the test is scored, and discuss some strategies on how to raise test scores. Our primary focus is to be sure that the student understands where they are in the preparation process, what areas need to improve to reach their desired scores, and in which program they will fit best moving forward. The student will be given a take-home diagnostic test to further evaluate what areas need to be improved. This test will be scored and discussed at the next session after purchase of the full Test Masters Program.
Additional Follow-Up Sessions
Studies show that students perform best on their official tests when they are well prepared, starting approximately 2-4 months prior to the test and taking advantage of summer breaks to study. Ideally, the studentwill meet twice a week for 1.5 hour sessions over 6-8 weeks prior to the test.Practice tests are assigned regularly to assess the student’s progress.
These full-length tests are found in the back of the student’s textbook. Self-Paced Online ProgramStudents are given the online program and are able to work through the assignments at their own pace. A 30-minute tutoring session is scheduled with the instructor once a week for 3 months.
Private Sessions - (1-to-1) Tutors are able totailor the program to the pace of the student and answer their specific questions. Small Group Sessions- (2+ students) Group tutoring is our most popular selection for test preparation. Students will be assigned to a group or they may make arrangements and coordinate their own group times with our “bring a friend” program.The actual test preparation courses are offered on a firstcome first serve basis.
Financial Aid & Scholarship Research Programs
Preparing for standardized tests can feel intimidating, whether you're preparing for college or trade school!
At Educational Breakthroughs we help prepare students with several different learning courses:
- TEST MASTERS – College Bound – Scholarship Research Sessions: It’s never too early to start researching for scholarships. Did you know scholarships are offered in the elementary school age group all the way through senior year in college (and beyond)? Come learn the art of the scholarship research process. We schedule 2 – 2 hour research sessions prior to the writing sessions.
- TEST MASTERS – Award Winning Essay Writing Sessions: Students can contribute to the cost of college by learning how to write excellent award-winning essays for College Applications & Scholarships.
- Financial Coaching & Education : We can discuss the options you have to help your kids with their school expenses and help them plan for their future. We have a personal financial coach that we would love to refer you to.
Location
Educational Breakthroughs
2200 Market St. First Floor
Camp Hill, Pennsylvania 17011
Contact Us
(717) 795-9929