SAT/ACT prep that works.

In my 15 years providing SAT/ACT prep, I've worked with students from all of San Francisco's highest-performing schools; the majority of my current students attend S.I., Lick, University, Urban, SHC, or Lowell.   
  • I offer both individual and small-group prep. I ask that small groups (2 to 6 students) come to me already assembled, as joining students who aren't already friends produces less-than-optimal group dynamics.
  • It's never too early to start preparing. The earlier students begin, the more prepared they'll be for their first attempts, and the less stress and worry they'll experience throughout the process. All juniors, with very few exceptions, should be preparing for their tests at this point.​​
Parent of a sophomore?
Great! I will begin conducting family meetings in June, after students receive second-semester grades. Contact me now if you're ready to start a conversation about your student, or subscribe to updates at the bottom of this page.

​SAT vs. ACT
I believe that the SAT vs. ACT decision should be based on actual test score data; it is my opinion that the results of diagnostic tests taken without prep cannot accurately predict the results of tests taken after several months of diligent practice. Given the downside of choosing the "wrong" test, I think it's important to prepare for and attempt both tests before making a final decision.

For more information about SAT Subject Tests, click here.
Individual vs. Small-Group Tutoring
Many of my students do their test prep in a small group of 2-6 total students. There are several potential benefits to small-group tutoring — the camaraderie of working alongside friends, enhanced learning from listening to (and helping to answer) others' questions, and the additional motivation of wanting to keep up with (or outperform) their fellow group-mates, to name a few.

​ If you're interested in forming a small group, please note that students should already be very comfortable with each other, and also at the same general academic level. I will review each student's GPA and PSAT scores and may ask additional questions to ensure group compatibility.

Not all students benefit from a group setting. If your student feels more comfortable working individually, is shy about asking questions or making mistakes in front of classmates, or has significant testing accommodations (use of a reader, more than 50% extra time, etc.), then individual tutoring is probably best.

​Fees
My fee for SAT/ACT prep (and all other college-related services) is $200 per hour for individual tutoring. Small groups offer a cost savings for families. Fees for groups of 2-6 students consist of the $200 per hour individual price plus $30 per hour for each additional student.

To prepare for first attempts at the SAT and ACT, anywhere from 20-30 total hours would be standard; this number is flexible in either direction depending on needs, schedule, budget, and other factors.
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Hourly fee per student
​in small groups
​  Group of 2: $115
  Group of 3: $87
  Group of 4: $72.50
​  Group of 5: $64
​  Group of 6: $58
Next Steps
Please contact me at (415) 990-1130 or matt@baytutoring.com if you'd like to discuss your student's needs in more detail or schedule lessons.