The Princeton Review
Franchise
Overview
The Princeton Review is one of the most recognized names in test prep nationwide, and they bring a huge menu of options to the table. For the SAT alone, they offer a tiered system: a 1400+ Course, 1500+ Tutoring, an Essentials Course, a self-paced option, and private tutoring. ACT prep follows a similar structure with a 31+ Course, 34+ Tutoring, and more.
Beyond SAT and ACT, they prep students for PSAT, AP exams, SSAT, ISEE, and SHSAT, and even cover graduate-level tests like the GRE, GMAT, LSAT, and MCAT. They also provide academic tutoring (both comprehensive and on-demand), college admissions counseling, college essay help, and an AI-powered instant writing feedback tool.
The company offers free practice tests and events, which can be a useful low-commitment way to see where a student stands before investing. Both in-person and online formats are available, along with self-paced digital options for students who prefer to work on their own schedule.
What Parents Are Saying
Reviews are polarized, with satisfied parents reporting major SAT score increases (one student gained 300 points) and crediting the program for full scholarships and admissions to top schools, while dissatisfied customers call the service not worth the investment and warn that the money-back guarantee may be difficult to use. The quality of experience appears to vary considerably.
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Quick Info
- Free consultation available
- Tests Offered
- SATACTPSATSSATISEESHSAT
- Formats
- 1-on-1GroupOnlineIn-Person
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