Get in touch: (800) 991-0126
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Rita is a graduate of The Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where she studied Computer Science and Electrical Engineering and minored in Mechanical Engineering. She has worked at some of the most reputed tech companies in the world. She was a Product Design Engineer on the iPhone team at Apple and worked on wearable devices technology at Google. She has also been the founder of a robotics company.
As a coach, Rita’s greatest strength is her ability to connect with others on a deep and personal level. In order to effectively help her applicants discover their strengths and narrative voices, Rita also focuses on building trust. She is also skilled at breaking down distant goals into quantifiable, short-term tasks (i.e., building backward towards larger goals). Lastly, she is passionate about creative writing and loves helping students discover interesting and quirky ways to approach the common application questions.
Rita has been working with college applicants for nearly seven years. Candidates that Rita has coached recently have gotten accepted at MIT, Princeton, Stanford, Columbia, Yale, Stanford, Georgia Tech, UC Berkeley, CalTech, and Cornell, among other top schools.
Rita is extremely passionate about music and spends the majority of her free time producing electronic / rock music as well as playing the guitar. She also loves to dance and is always looking for ways to express herself through sound and movement. Finally, she is a dog mom and loves spending time at the park with her beautiful husky pup Nova.
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Robin holds a BS from East Carolina University (ECU), a Master’s degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC), and a PhD from Capella University. She brings 30+ years of experience as an educator, school administrator, and executive director. Robin served on the Duke University admissions committee, where she reviewed applications, essays, transcripts, and other documents. Over the years, she has helped students gain admission to top schools, including Duke, UNC Chapel Hill, and UNC Charlotte.
Robin’s passion for mentoring students stems from building meaningful relationships with students and their families, witnessing their growth over time, and serving as a steady source of support. She loves helping students discover their potential and find the right college environment where they can thrive. Robin believes every student’s educational journey is unique and strives to help them determine the best path for their post-secondary success.
As a coach, Robin excels at listening to students carefully to build trust and rapport, creating a supportive environment where they feel truly heard and understood. This foundation allows her to guide students in discovering and expressing their authentic voice in essays and interviews. She also skillfully balances encouragement with sensitivity, gently motivating students to push beyond their comfort zones while always honoring their individual pace and personal boundaries.
In her spare time, Robin enjoys reading, listening to Christian music, walking, biking, and relaxing at the beach.
Robin’s Pro Tip?
Essays are crucial! The admissions process is truly holistic, and colleges look beyond grades to see the true potential of each applicant.
Samir earned a BS from the University of Chicago, followed by an MA from Columbia University and a PhD from Princeton University. He has held several academic roles, serving as a Robert Wood Johnson Health and Society Scholar at the University of Pennsylvania, Assistant and Associate Professor at Dartmouth College, and later as Associate Professor at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Samir also served on the admissions committees at Columbia and the University of Chicago, where he reviewed applications, interviewed students, and made admissions recommendations.
Over the past 15 years, Samir has developed and applied advanced quantitative methods to leverage big data for meaningful insights in industry, public health, and public policy. He has authored over 80 peer-reviewed articles and op-eds, with his work being published in outlets such as The New York Times, The New England Journal of Medicine, and Health Affairs. After earning an MA from Columbia University, Samir served as a military officer in the United States Air Force for four years.
Samir is deeply passionate about advising students and helping them discover and express their authentic selves during pivotal moments in their lives. He guides students through the process of reflection, helping them clarify their values, articulate their goals, and craft compelling narratives that showcase who they are beyond grades and test scores. With his background as a college professor and firsthand experience on admissions committees, Samir understands what resonates in the application process and uses these insights to help students present their stories with confidence and clarity. His goal is to empower students to take ownership of their college admissions journey and envision the future they want to build. He has helped students gain admission to top schools such as Columbia, UChicago, UPenn, Dartmouth, Duke, Northwestern, Cornell, Johns Hopkins, Barnard, UCLA, UC Berkeley, Washington University in St. Louis, USC, and UMichigan.
As a coach, one of Samir’s greatest strengths is his ability to connect deeply with students. He creates a space where they feel heard, supported, and motivated to do their best work. Samir asks thoughtful questions that prompt reflection and help students uncover the values and experiences that define them. With a strong foundation in writing and years of experience evaluating applications, Samir helps students craft essays that are both strategic and sincere. He also brings a structured, organized approach to the process, breaking it down into manageable, purposeful steps, while adapting to each student’s unique needs and working style.
In his free time, Samir loves to swim, bake with his young daughters, and chase after his two-year-old golden retriever.
Samir’s Pro Tip?
A well-told, authentic story can be incredibly powerful. Beyond grades and test scores, what often sets an applicant apart is their ability to reflect on their experiences with clarity, depth, and purpose. It’s crucial for students to present a cohesive narrative—one where academic interests, extracurricular involvement, and personal insights align to tell a clear story of who they are and what they hope to contribute to a college community. Every part of the application, including essays, letters of recommendation, and extracurricular activities, works together to create a full picture of the student.
Sarah’s direct admissions experience comes from working at her alma mater, Pomona College. As a liberal arts college student, she studied many disciplines, but focused on Politics, Anthropology, History, Economics, French, and Art.
Sarah was a Sponsor in the Pomona sponsor program, studied abroad in Tanzania, and was a leader in the Challah for Hunger club. She also worked in the admissions office, interviewing prospective applicants.
Sarah enjoyed meeting high schoolers interested in Pomona so much that she returned years later, after a few years of working in the international development space. When she worked in admissions, Sarah was a liaison with several athletics coaches, visited high schools in CA, CO, CT, ME, NC, NH, NY, SC, VT, and worked with several college access programs for first generation college students.
Sarah read applications from students all over the world and advocated for applicants in highly selective decision committees. Since leaving her role at Pomona, Sarah has worked in an education management non-profit and received her MBA from the Yale School of Management. At Quad Education, she uses her familiarity with the selection process to work with individuals and groups of high school students, offering guidance and support through their college application experience.
Originally from NC, Sarah is an (often disappointed) Carolina Panthers fan and lover of good food. She fills her free time with runs, hikes, crosswords, and travel.
Sarah has a Bachelor’s degree from UCLA. Additionally, she has also served as an admissions reader for UCLA. Through her time reading application documents, she learned that every student is unique and has a story to tell. This experience also gave her insight into what admissions committees look for in prospective applicants.
Sarah has several years of experience helping college aspirants navigate the complex and challenging admissions process. Students that Sarah has coached recently have gotten into UCLA, USC, Berkeley, Stanford, Yale, Harvard, Columbia, Dartmouth, Brown, Duke, Cornell, Johns Hopkins, Northwestern, and Carnegie Mellon, among other top schools.
As a coach, Sarah specializes in helping students find their narratives and voice in their personal statements. She is extremely passionate about guiding students to grow and excel in their academic and career goals, which is her primary motivation as a coach.
In her free time, Sarah enjoys going on scenic hikes with her dog, enjoying a nice warm cup of coffee while completing puzzles, and watching UCLA football, basketball, and gymnastics (Go Bruins!).
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Sasha brings over 25 years of experience across law, education, and coaching, with 1,200+ hours in academic, admissions, and career coaching. She is a graduate of Harvard University and Columbia Law School. Over the years, Sasha has developed learning programs for over 1 million students globally and coached applicants into top universities including UPenn, Cornell, Carnegie Mellon, UC Berkeley, UCLA, and NYU.
At the Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth (CTY), Sasha led academic programs that supported more than 1,000 students annually while mentoring instructors across grades 2–12. She also served as a curriculum developer and coach at Outlier.org and SPICUS, building online learning experiences and delivering hundreds of hours of instructional and coaching support for both students and professionals worldwide.
Sasha’s passion for college admissions coaching stems from her belief that the application process marks the beginning of a lifelong journey of self-discovery. As a first-generation college student, she values the transformative power of reflection and voice. She guides students in identifying what they value, who they are, and the story they want to tell, helping them uncover strengths they may not have previously recognized. She believes that this process, when supported with care, instills confidence, resilience, and clarity that sets students up for long-term success.
As a coach, Sasha’s greatest strength is her ability to see the whole student. Drawing on her leadership at Johns Hopkins CTY, where she evaluated both academic readiness and emotional fit, she approaches every student with empathy and insight. She helps students thrive, not just succeed, by connecting their short-term goals with their long-term aspirations. Sasha brings strong writing and editing skills that help students craft authentic, distinctive, and memorable essays. Whether guiding a student to describe coffee roasting as alchemy that transforms human moods or helping another map personal growth through Taekwondo belts, she helps them express their stories in ways that admissions officers remember—and that they feel proud of.
Sasha’s coaching approach means that she thinks in terms of organic ecosystems, rather than isolated systems. She encourages students to see admissions not as an end point, but as a launchpad—aligning their applications with who they are and where they want to go. Her coaching is both strategic and empathetic, equipping students with soft skills, self-awareness, and the confidence to navigate high-stakes academic environments. This balance of empathy, holistic evaluation, narrative expertise, and future-oriented vision defines her as a coach.
Sasha approaches coaching as a partnership between her, students, and families. Her goal is to create a supportive environment where students feel encouraged to explore who they are and to grow in confidence as they prepare for their applications.
Outside of her coaching work, Sasha is an award-winning educator, speculative fiction writer, musician, career coach, tutor, and legal writing advisor. She plays both the violin and the Korean kayageum and enjoys hiking, exploring forests, and participating in writing communities like NaNoWriMo and WorldCon.
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Dr. Scyatta Wallace holds a BA from Yale University and a PhD from Fordham University. As an award-winning scientist and nationally recognized leader, she has been featured in Time Magazine, ABCNews, CNN, and Essence Magazine. With over 16 years of experience in higher education, she served as an Associate Professor at St. John’s University for 12 years and as an assistant professor at SUNY Downstate Medical Center for over four years.
Additionally, Dr Wallace sat on the Yale admissions committee as an applicant interviewer, and served on an inaugural admissions committee at a health-focused graduate program for years, where she worked to develop guidelines for admissions, reviewed applications, and provided recommendations for admission.
Dr. Wallace believes college is a transformative journey where students not only gain knowledge but also grow emotionally and socially. Recognizing the profound impact this experience can have, she is deeply passionate about guiding applicants toward colleges that align with their unique needs and aspirations. She has helped students gain admission to top institutions, including UCLA, Brown, Yale, NYU, UChicago, Columbia .
As a coach, Dr. Wallace takes the time to understand each applicant’s unique personality, talents, and concerns. She tailors her approach to fit their individual working style, encouraging them to learn more about themselves to enhance the application process. Dr. Wallace aims to make her sessions relaxed and engaging, creating a comfortable environment for open conversation. Her motto is that the college application process should be fun because it’s such an exciting time! Dr. Wallace considers it an honor to share the joy of such a special moment in applicants’ lives as they find their perfect match to start their college career.
In her free time, Dr. Wallace enjoys photography, traveling, reading, and spending quality time with her family.
Dr. Wallace’s Pro Tip?
Admissions officers need to grasp who you are through your application materials, with limited time to read between the lines. That’s why it’s crucial to be clear, concise, and captivating in your application!
Sena is a graduate of Columbia University and has been on the admissions teams at her alma mater, Columbia University and Barnard College. During her time in admissions, Sena was responsible for interviewing prospective students, participating in initiatives such as the Columbia admissions blog to promote the school’s thought leadership among prospective candidates, and being an admissions ambassador for Columbia. During this time, she evaluated candidates and made recommendations on who to admit.
Sena learned how admissions offices want to see passion reflected in applicants’ documents through her time in admissions. She also developed a solid understanding of how much each facet of the college application – test scores, written application documents, recommendation letters, and extracurricular activities – matters.
Sena has an extremely diverse background and can relate to students from different walks of life. In addition to her admissions experience, Sena has worked as a researcher at the International Monetary Fund in Washington, DC. Additionally, she is also a gifted writer. Sena has worked as a journalist at Hurriyet Newspaper of Turkey and has a publication that received a prize in fiction at New York Book Festival in 2011. In her free time, Sena enjoys reading, reformer pilates, writing, singing, traveling, taking drama classes, and acting in local film and TV productions.
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Shannon holds a Bachelor’s degree from Harvard University and a PhD from the University of California, Berkeley. With extensive experience in admissions and education, she served as an alumni interviewer at Harvard for over 14 years and sat on the admissions committee at St. John’s College, where she reviewed applications and conducted interviews with prospective candidates. Shannon has helped students gain admission to top universities, including Harvard, UC Berkeley, UCLA, Yale, UChicago, and others.
In addition to her work in admissions, Shannon has held several notable roles in academia, including serving as a Fulbright Program Officer and grant writer at the University of California, San Diego, a graduate student instructor at UC Berkeley, and an assistant professor at St. John’s College. She finds great fulfillment in helping students discover the ideal match between their interests and education or uncovering opportunities they never knew existed.
As a coach, Shannon believes that crafting a coherent story about yourself as a student and learner is key to succeeding in the application process. Leveraging her experience and passion for writing and editing, she excels at helping students master the art of storytelling—a skill that will serve them throughout their lives. With her deep expertise, Shannon knows exactly how to guide applicants in writing personal narratives that not only help them gain admission to their top schools but also secure competitive external funding. She loves to help students find the perfect match when it comes to school selections and their unique interests, and enjoys shedding light on new and exciting opportunities.
In her free time, Shannon enjoys crocheting, cooking, writing children's books, restoring old dollhouses, woodcarving, working on getting her pilot's license, and spending time with her six-year-old.
Shannon’s Pro Tip?
Ultimately, colleges are interested in what kind of student you'll be in the classroom and after you leave. It's crucial to use your application to demonstrate that you'll be intellectually curious, actively engaged, and committed to learning throughout your college years and in your post-grad life.
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Shasta earned her Master’s degree from Harvard University and has over two decades of admissions experience, including reviewing thousands of applications as an admissions evaluator at the University of California, Berkeley. She also worked as an academic advisor at the University of California, Riverside. Students Shasta has worked with have gained acceptance to top schools like Stanford University, UC Berkeley, UC Irvine, and others.
As part of her admissions work at UC Berkeley, Shasta reviewed first-year and transfer applications through a holistic evaluation process, assessing academic preparedness, personal context, and potential for success. In addition to admissions decisions, Shasta has identified students eligible for scholarships and support programs, ensuring that each applicant received the consideration they deserved.
Shasta’s background has equipped her with the insight to guide students through complex decisions with clarity and confidence. She has worked with diverse student populations, helping them navigate academic planning, personal development, and the admissions process with care and precision. Shasta takes pride in being a steady, collaborative partner who empowers students to reach their goals.
What drives Shasta’s passion for coaching college applicants is the opportunity to help students turn their dreams into reality. She finds it deeply fulfilling to guide someone through such a transformative moment in their life—whether it’s helping them uncover their story, refine their goals, or navigate the complexities of the admissions process. Shasta genuinely enjoys the strategic side of this work: analyzing school fit, crafting compelling applications, and helping students position themselves effectively.
Above all, Shasta cares deeply about students. She believes every applicant is different and loves the challenge of tailoring her approach to highlight each student’s strengths and aspirations. But above all, it’s the human connection that makes this work so rewarding for Shasta. Watching students gain confidence, find clarity, and ultimately celebrate their success is what keeps her inspired every day. As a first-generation college student who has earned a Master’s and PhD, Shasta has a deep appreciation for education and the transformative power it holds.
Shasta enjoys spending her free time in nature with her two dogs, teaching yoga, travelling, and creating watercolor art. She also loves home remodeling and house flipping.
Shasta’s Pro Tip?
Understand the true power of your narrative. Perfect grades and traditional achievements aren’t the only way to measure a student’s potential. Admissions officers look beyond numbers and accolades and instead focus on the story behind the application: the resilience, curiosity, and individuality that make each student compelling in their own way.
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Alice holds a Bachelor's degree from UCLA and a Master's from The University of Chicago. With over seven years of tutoring experience, she has honed her skills in test preparation, specializing in the SAT and ACT.
Alice is a dedicated educator passionate about guiding students toward academic success. Having worked in various tutoring agencies since completing her undergraduate studies, she has developed a unique approach to instruction. Alice excels in connecting with students, whether in a classroom setting, small group, or one-on-one, both in-person and virtually. Her strength is breaking down complex problems into manageable steps, making even the most overwhelming tasks approachable.
Her goal extends beyond preparing students for tests; she strives to instill a deep understanding of the subject matter, ensuring students can apply these concepts beyond the classroom. With a motto of meeting students where they are, Alice is committed to guiding them through their academic journey, helping them achieve their desired test scores and beyond.
Outside of tutoring, if Alice isn't reading a book in one of the many cafes in the Chicagoland area, she is exploring the rich food and music scene Chicago has to offer. She likes to attend intimate shows and eat good food with good company!
UC Irvine- Master's
Andy has a Master’s degree from UC Irvine and has over a decade of experience in SAT, ACT, and GRE tutoring. Andy loves to see learners push themselves out of their comfort zones and gain the confidence to reach their goals. In working with students of all backgrounds and abilities, from first-generation students to children of Ivy League alumni, their favorite tutoring moments are when candidates spot patterns in tests and therefore realize they have the skills to ace the ACT or SAT. This is why Andy focuses on strategy first, personalizing each learning plan to the candidate's unique strengths and goals.
Andy is passionate about helping students understand different ways to approach a problem or understand a concept - there's never one right way because everyone learns differently. They are skilled at helping students spot the differences between what they learned in classes at school and what to pay attention to on a standardized test. Andy also likes creating graphic organizers and other tools to help applicants stay organized and break the work down visually. Nothing makes them happier than congratulating a graduating senior – especially one who was nervous at the beginning of the school year – and seeing the excitement in their eyes when they talk about what's ahead of them.
Andy's greatest strengths as a tutor include empathizing with students, respecting their learning styles, and developing customized tools and strategies to help applicants stay organized and focused. Andy has helped students gain acceptance to several prestigious schools, including UC Berkeley, UCLA, NYU, and Northwestern University.
Outside of their work, Andy enjoys walking around Los Angeles, learning about local history, reading, and watching horror movies.
UCLA - Bachelor’s
Georgetown University - Master’s
Claudia holds a Bachelor’s from UCLA and a Master’s from Georgetown University. She has been a professional SAT/ACT tutor for almost 10 years. Students she has tutored have gone on to attend several top-tier universities, including UC Berkeley, UCLA, USC, Georgetown, Princeton, Columbia, and Yale.
Professionally, Claudia is a Clinical Research Consultant for the Washington DC Veterans Affairs Medical Center. In this role, she embarks on various projects with her team so that up-and-coming medications and scientific devices can enter the market. Despite having a fulfilling career in research, Claudia dedicates time to education because she wants to nurture academic interests in young students.
In college, Claudia discovered her love for traveling. She studied abroad in England for two months and then backpacked through various European countries for a month. She also volunteered in Guatemala to provide medical care for the local community, where she discovered that she would like to pursue healthcare as a career.
As a tutor, Claudia is personable and friendly. She prioritizes establishing a relationship with her students and believes a good relationship between the tutor, student, and parent/guardian is necessary for trust and effective communication. She understands that each individual is unique, so she adjusts her teaching methods to accommodate each student.
Outside of her academic and professional pursuits, Claudia spends most of her time exploring the outdoors, discovering great restaurants, practicing yoga, playing the piano/guitar/saxophone, reading fiction novels, or watching anime. She is always looking for new anime to watch, so if you have recommendations, let her know!
David graduated with summa cum laude honors from the College of the Ozarks, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art. He has been actively involved in the education realm since 1999; he began tutoring in 2005 and successfully owned and operated his tutoring business, HELP Tutoring, from 2009 to 2020. He has tutored approximately 500 students over the last couple of decades. David’s enduring commitment to tutoring stems from his joy in witnessing students succeed and the realization that tutoring is a powerful avenue to facilitate that success. David specializes in tutoring at all levels of math, up to Calculus 1 and SAT and ACT prep.
Motivated by a passion for inspiring students and helping them unlock their potential, he strongly believes that having a caring mentor invested in students' success yields benefits beyond the academic realm. As a tutor, David actively engages in his students' educational journeys. His genuine care for their success is evident from the start, as he assists them in charting a clear path to achievement. Employing a direct and uncomplicated tutoring style, David effectively identifies what truly contributes to student success and what doesn't. He identifies the root of students' challenges and fills in any learning gaps. Beyond immediate academic concerns, he emphasizes the broader perspective, aiding students in recognizing the significance of their education—whether it be meeting graduation requirements or acing standardized tests.
David ensures students grasp the real-world applications of these concepts and the enduring advantages of mastering them for long-term success.David excels at customizing his tutoring approach to suit the age and specific needs of his students. He has discovered that maintaining a blend of casual yet professional interaction is most effective, particularly when working with teenagers.When he’s not tutoring, David enjoys spending time with his wife and six kids. He also enjoys playing Madden football and has been DJing at various gigs for the past eight years.
Harvard University - Master’s
With a Master's degree from Harvard University, Eric is a supportive and effective tutor focused on helping students achieve their academic goals. He has over seven years of tutoring experience, working with students from diverse backgrounds, educational goals, and personalities.
Specializing in ACT studies, Eric has traveled the USA giving full-day lectures to schools of students on how to ace the ACT. He has studied psychology (including test construction/test making) and is ready to give students specific help on individual questions and test-taking tips that make taking the ACT much easier. So whether students aim for mastery, just enough for their dream school, or just a little advice, Eric is always happy to meet and work with students to achieve their goals.
When Eric isn't tutoring, he studies for the Law School Admissions Test (LSAT) and plays board games. He loves board games, probably too much. Okay, too much (says his wife). Oh, and he makes a mean cheesecake.
Emory University - Bachelor's
Gabriella holds a Bachelor’s degree from Emory University. She is an expert in SAT and ACT test prep and is experienced in tutoring students one-on-one and teaching SAT workshops.
Gabriella’s passion for tutoring grew while working part-time in elementary school classrooms as an undergraduate. Since then, she has been committed to supporting students in their academic growth and helping them achieve their goals.
Gabriella approaches test prep by targeting students’ weakest subject areas and arming them with the necessary strategies to improve their comprehension and pacing on the test. As a positive and patient tutor, she builds on students’ foundational knowledge while also building their confidence. Her goal is to convert her students into empowered test takers by providing them with all the tools and support they need to succeed. Gabriella’s methods have produced positive results and feedback from students with increased scores and confidence.
In her spare time, Gabriella enjoys reading, writing, singing, and spending quality time with friends.
Vanderbilt University - Master's
Isaac is pursuing a Master's degree from Vanderbilt University. He has over three years of tutoring experience in STEM and the humanities, specializing in the ACT and SAT.
As a lifelong learner and storyteller, Isaac has spent the past decade working in many educational roles, including at nature centers, community non-profits, and in the classroom. He has also worked in mental and behavioral healthcare, offering services at a dual-diagnosis treatment facility, neurofeedback clinic, behavior analysis center, and jail.
His clinical and educational training supplements his academic abilities: his tutoring approach is a unique blend of clinical techniques and interpersonal skills combined with knowledge and expertise. Isaac’s philosophy is recognizing the whole person, not just a student. Isaac understands that each student has their own motivations, personality, strengths, and weaknesses. Recognizing these perspectives, building a collaborative approach attuned to each student’s style, and capitalizing on their motivations are the keys to success.
Furthermore, Isaac’s perspective extends to standardized testing. The ACT and SAT are knowledge tests, and he encourages students to think about how these tests are designed since it’s just as valuable as knowing the material. Being a storyteller trained in many roles has enabled Isaac to hone this skill, so he can connect to others and help them understand and tap into the proper mindsets to excel on these tests. He aims to empower students to achieve their academic (and other) aspirations!
A fun fact about Isaac is that he hates chocolate! But he loves roller skating, murder mysteries, and puns! One of his favorites? Do you know what you call an upset exam? A: Test-y.
University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor's
Matthew is pursuing a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Pennsylvania. He is an accomplished academic tutor and college admissions consultant with a wealth of experience and a passion for helping students succeed. Matthew has achieved a perfect score on the ACT and SAT subject tests and specializes in the mathematics and science sections. He also serves as a tutor and teaching assistant in various STEM subjects, including data structures and algorithms, machine learning, linear algebra, and calculus.
Matthew’s achievements include qualifying for the American Invitational Math Exam (AIME) four times during high school. He also served as a teaching assistant for Olympiad math courses at a renowned summer camp and has a deep passion for teaching higher-level mathematics.
One of Matthew's most notable accolades is his recognition as a U.S. Presidential Scholar by the Department of Education, one of the highest honors awarded to only 161 high schoolers nationwide.
Outside of academics, Matthew currently works in quantitative trading. He can offer valuable insights and guidance to students interested in pursuing careers in quantitative finance and software engineering.
Beyond his professional pursuits, Matthew has lived in Thailand, Vietnam, Hong Kong, and Australia, where he bartended, surfed, and coached tennis. He's passionate about finding personal development through traveling, and he’s also a creative enthusiast in electronic music production.
Michael graduated summa cum laude with a 3.9 GPA and a Bachelor of Science from the University of Michigan - Ann Arbor. He owes much of his success as a tutor to his time at UMichigan and his rigorous course load. After achieving a 99th percentile score of 1530 on the SAT, Michael launched his tutoring career, guiding students nationwide to excel on both the SAT and ACT—he has over three years of tutoring experience.
Michael strongly believes that succeeding on the SAT and ACT is more than just studying content—it's learning how to think, especially on exams where the same concept could be tested hundreds of different ways.
As a coach, Micael excels at adapting his approach to their learning style. He is friendly, patient, and genuinely wants to see each student succeed. He ensures he is readily accessible and goes above and beyond to support students in achieving their academic goals.
In his free time, Michael enjoys cooking, playing tennis, and cross-country skiing. He is also an avid traveler and has visited Portugal three times.
Randee holds a Bachelor’s degree from SUNY Albany and Master’s degrees from Long Island University and the College of New Rochelle. With over 20 years of experience as a professionally trained SAT and ACT tutor, she has guided 250+ students to excel in their standardized tests.
Randee’s extensive background gives her a deep understanding of the challenges and triumphs involved in the SAT/ACT prep process. Her passion for mentoring students and helping families navigate the journey shines through in her approachable and upbeat tutoring style. She knows that the path to success starts with building confidence and breaking down seemingly larger tasks into manageable steps. Randee aims to make learning engaging and stress-free by infusing enthusiasm and encouragement into her sessions. This tutoring style ensures students approach these high-stakes exams with calm determination.
As a tutor, Randee excels at meeting students where they are. Whether they are just beginning their test prep journey or aiming to refine their skills to achieve a top score, she customizes her approach based on each student’s unique needs and skill levels. Fluent in all sections and question types of the SAT and ACT, her sessions focus on delivering clever strategies, practical techniques, and test-specific tips to build students' confidence, knowledge, and preparedness to excel on test day. Her lifelong learning mindset also ensures she stays ahead of the curve on test prep strategies, making her an invaluable resource for students aiming to reach their full potential.
Aside from helping students achieve their SAT and ACT goals, Randee loves spending quality time with family and friends, attending her kids’ sporting events, solving puzzles, traveling, soaking up the sun at the beach whenever possible, and enjoying Broadway shows. Her well-rounded interests and personable nature, combined with her love for learning, problem-solving, and making a difference, make her a relatable and inspiring coach for students and families alike.
Duke University - Bachelor's
Saumya graduated from Duke University, where she received the AB Duke scholarship. She has over a decade of tutoring experience, mostly focused on the ACT and SAT. Saumya taught her first math class when she was 14 years old and has been tutoring ever since. Professionally, Saumya works at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine as a clinical researcher in the Obstetrics and Gynecology Department. She leads several initiatives to improve reproductive health equity, and in her free time, she is an adolescent health educator. Her passion for education and access to education drives everything she does.
Saumya started tutoring the SAT/ACT shortly after taking the tests herself in high school. While preparing for the exams, she learned tips and tricks that helped her "crack" the exams and wanted to pass this information on to others. Saumya believes there is a clear difference between understanding the content tested on the SAT/ACT and how to take the exam. Instead of just teaching "exam hacks," Saumya loves helping students understand the "why" behind the solution and then employing exam hacks to help them solve problems more quickly.
Saumya loves teaching and seeing students reach their "breakthrough" moment. She is excited to get to know Quad students and help them through this process!
Outside of professional pursuits, Saumya loves spending time with her dog, Mallard. Mallard is a 10-year-old rescue and has always had the name Mallard, but Saumya thinks he was named because of his duck noises. Mallard will sometimes say hi through Saumya's computer screen! Saumya also loves trying new coffee recipes, playing guitar, and singing.
Tersoo is pursuing a Bachelor’s from Princeton University, where he excels and consistently holds a 3.9+ GPA. He is deeply passionate about education and learning in his personal and professional life, having undergone training as a tutor at Princeton's Learning Center. He broke the 1500+ threshold on his first and only SAT attempt, so he’s no stranger to a rigorous, skill-based approach to preparing for this exam.
Tersoo has a rich understanding of learning psychology which he constantly leverages in his pursuit of studying Computer Architecture and Quantum Engineering. Above all, Tersoo takes the utmost pride in his work as an SAT tutor as he seeks to enrich his clients with knowledge on tackling the SAT conceptually and time-efficiently.
While Tersoo is deeply academic, aspiring to attain a PhD in Computer Architecture, he also holds many creative interests, notably in fashion, graphic design, music, and photography. Whenever he is back home in Calgary, one of his favorite activities is finding vintage clothing at his local Goodwill with friends. He also prides himself in physical health as an avid weightlifter and recreational athlete.
When Tersoo isn’t studying, drafting new pieces for his up-and-coming clothing brand, or listening to music, you'll find him attempting a new squat PR or playing pick-up soccer with grad students.
