ACT/SAT Preparation-2013
1.
“Preparing for the ACT Assessment” booklet is available on-line at www.act.org. “Taking the SAT” booklet –
is available on-line at www.collegeboard.com. They include general preparation, strategies for taking the test,
and sample questions.
2. William Rainey Harper College, Palatine, Illinois; Phone: 847-925-6300 Continuing Education Registration
ACT---January 8-February 7 (Tuesday and Thursday) - $450
All materials are included. Students who complete all classes will get a Sylvan Homework Help voucher
(valued at $100) that can be used specific locations only.
(Session each in English, Math, Reading, Science Reasoning. Practice booklet included.)
3.
One-to-One Learning Center, Frontage Road, Northfield, IL. 847-501-3300-Dorothy Anderson/Amy Berland
1. ACT/SAT Combined Review Course - $650
12 - week review will complete ACT preparation in the first eight weeks and continue with a three-week
SAT Workshop.
2. ACT Review-19 hours class instruction over a 7-week period 3.5 hours Saturday morn. or Sunday aft.
Math and English $550; Math or English $350
Individual tutorial 6 hours Math/ 6 hours Verbal. $95 an hour.
Number of hours is flexible-full prep is 12 hours.
4.
Princeton Review,
8002REVIEW (800-273-8439) www.princetonreview.com or info.chicago@review.com
ACT Small Group Instruction
24-hour Classroom Course
January 19-March 16 (Saturday) - $1499
March 2-April 4 (Tuesday and Thursday) - $1499
ACT Ultimate Courses
SAT Small Group Instruction
30-hour Classroom Course
24-hour Classroom Course
February 2-March 1 (Sunday and Saturday) - $999
January 26-February 24 (Sun. and Sat.)-$1499
March 16-June 4 (Tuesdays and Saturday) - $999
April 13-June 2 (Sunday and Saturday) - $999
5.
Kaplan Test Prep 800-KAP-TEST; www.kaptest.com
ACT Classroom course $599 – 10 sessions (4 full length practice tests and 6 three hour teaching sessions).
Classes offered at College of Lake County –
Southlake:
SHS:
January19-April 16 (Saturday); 10:00 am
January 6-April 7 (Sunday); 1:00 pm
Premier Private tutoring – Exclusive, in-home, one-on-one tutoring on your schedule. This is the most
comprehensive way to prep. Packages range from 20-32 hours and include 4 practice tests. Please call
773-516-5187 for information on Kaplan Premier tutoring.
Program Manager, Adrienne Brazil, 847-951-5360; Adrienne.brazil@kaplan.com
6.
Academic Tutoring Center, Inc. 460 Central Ave., Highland Park
847-432-5100 www.academictutoringcenters.com
Diagnostic teaching and test-taking strategies with experienced teachers as instructors. One on one tutoring.
$100 per hour.
Recommend 7 verbal and 5 math sessions, but will customize to individuals needs.
7.
Huntington Learning Center, Buffalo Grove, IL. One mile west of Stevenson in the Dominick’s shopping
center. Our phone number is 847-634-2400.
Provides one-on-one instruction for both the ACT and SAT. We use actual retired ACT and SAT tests,
complemented by our in-house workbooks, to ensure that students are well-prepared on the day of the test. All
instruction is customized to the needs of each student, and the length of the program is dictated by the student’s
goals and objectives. No homework associated with our classes. We are open seven days a week and have
flexible scheduling in order to accommodate student’s after school activities and homework.
8.
Top Notch Tutoring - 1-888-2-tutor-1; www.topnotchtutoring.com
Tutoring for all subject areas. In home; at library or office etc. Flexible hours, 7 days a week.
9.
Varsity Tutors – 847-840-2442; www.varsitytutors.com
Personalized in-home tutoring for high school students preparing to take the PSAT, SAT and ACT.
We certify and background check our tutors.
10.
StudyPoint – 773-248-4800; www.studypoint.com
One-on-one private tutoring and in-home tutoring.
11.
Revolution Prep 1-877-REV-PREP; www.revolutionprep.com - Kevin Cleary, 312-448-4691
Group courses ($599), combination of group courses and private tutoring ($899) and also in-home private
tutoring ($1299). “Premium Instruction” on-line for $599; on-line tutoring $1099.
Academic tutoring AP and/or SAT subject tests available. Call for pricing; Kevin Cleary, 312-448-4691
12. Nurturing Wisdom Tutoring Services – 312-260-7945, x100
One-on-one in-home tutoring. ACT, SAT, Subject Tests and AP Exams. Starts with a free diagnostic test and
will build a custom tutoring plan. $125 per hour. Academic and general academics tutoring tailored to students
needs ($105 per hour).
13. Sylvan Learning Center of Buffalo Grove-224-543-1120
1649 N. Buffalo Grove Rd., Buffalo Grove, IL
We provide small group instruction taught by State Certified teachers who specialize in the areas of
Math/Science and Reading/English. Our ACT prep program uses retired ACT tests that are less than five years
old as a pre-test and another version as a post-test, to gauge the growth each student makes after completing our
program. Each student will receive their own copy of ACT-approved material taken directly from the test that
they may keep for any future reference. Our program not only covers the content of the test, but also test-taking
strategies and time management. Students typically see 3-5 points growth on their test after completing our
program. All of this is included for $850.
14.
Ignite Test Prep 312-714-5040 www.igniteprogess.com; email at ericf@igniteprogress.com
Public Library location: 1201 Cedar Lane, Northbrook, IL.
Provides cutting-edge and interactive curriculum, highly talented and personal trainers, and a deep commitment
to results. Personalized attention in preparations for the exam. Improving student’s weaknesses, maximizing the
strengths, and coaching through the various layers of successful test-taking strategies. One-on-one and small
groups available.
15.
C2 Education – 847-573-1570, www.c2educate.com
700 N. Milwaukee Road, Suite 116A, Vernon Hills, IL 60061
A full comprehensive nationwide tutoring company which offers students customized curriculum for AP test
preparation, SAT/ACT test preparation and practice tests, all subject tutoring, study skills, etc. $40-$60/hour.
16. Applerouth Tutoring Services – 312-477-0133, www.applerouth.com and info@applerouth.com
Combine fun, engaging resources with a tutor best suited to help your student achieve success. Online tutoring,
ACT & SAT tutoring, Subject tutoring, General Study Skills and Essay Writing.
NOTE: This is a representative list of available resources. The listing of these programs does not suggest endorsement by
Stevenson High School. As new resources become available they will be added to this list. Updated 02/13