1-on-1 SAT & ACT Tutoring
University Select provides structured, expert-led preparation for the SAT and ACT, combining personalized tutoring with targeted practice in our proprietary Unlock Prep App.
Our students consistently meet their score goals, with an average improvement of +180 points on the SAT and +4 points on the ACT.
The Unlock Program
Most students enroll in the Unlock Program, which guides them through their first full SAT or ACT test cycle and builds the foundation for consistent score improvement.
Unlock Program
12-Session SAT or ACT Performance Program — $2,599
Includes:
Diagnostic assessment
Personalized performance roadmap
Foundation + strategy training
Preparation for the first official test administration
Structured post-test refinement
Parent communication and progress updates
Targeted weekly work (1–2 hours between sessions; no daily drilling)
This program provides the structure, strategy, and targeted practice that allow students to make meaningful score gains without overwhelming daily workload.
What Happens After You Enroll
When a student joins University Select, they are entering a structured preparation system — not just scheduling tutoring sessions.
Our students improve because their preparation includes multiple layers of support working together:
Expert 1-on-1 instruction
Targeted practice in the Unlock Prep App
Diagnostic analysis and performance tracking
Customized assignments between sessions
Strategy development and test-day planning
This system ensures students — no matter their starting score — are always working on the concepts and strategies most likely to raise their score.
Why Choose University Select?
Elite Outcomes — Not Elite Pricing
Students routinely meet their score goals while paying significantly less than many boutique tutoring firms.
We Built the Test Environment
Our proprietary Unlock Prep App mirrors the actual digital testing experience — not just practice questions.
Fully Mobile
Students can prep & meet with their tutor anywhere — on phones, laptops, or tablets — whether at home, on the bus, or between activities.
Research-Based Instruction
Our team continually studies the SAT and ACT so our methods evolve as the tests change.
Additional Programs
After completing the Unlock Program, some students choose additional preparation depending on their testing plans.
Refinement Block (Same Test)
6 Sessions — $1,399
Focused score maximization for students retaking the same exam.
Typical focus areas include:
Advanced question types
Eliminating recurring mistakes
Improving pacing and second-module performance
Final score optimization
Cross-Test Transition (SAT ↔ ACT)
8 Sessions — $1,899
For students switching exams and recalibrating strategy for a different test format.
Focus areas include:
Understanding structural differences between the SAT and ACT
Adjusting pacing and timing strategies
Targeted preparation for unfamiliar question types
Why University Select Tutors?
Not Just Another Tutor
Our tutors are deeply invested in student success and work within a structured program designed to produce results.
Data-Driven Instruction
Tutors analyze student work in the Unlock Prep App to identify the concepts and question types with the greatest potential for improvement.
This allows every session to focus where it matters most.
Is This Program Right for Your Student?
Our programs are designed for students who want focused preparation, expert guidance, and a clear strategy for improving their SAT or ACT score.
Students tend to benefit most if they:
Are preparing for an upcoming SAT or ACT administration
Want structured guidance rather than self-study
Have already taken a diagnostic or official test and want to improve their score
Are balancing test prep with busy academic and extracurricular schedules
Want to focus on the highest-impact strategies and question types
Students typically complete 1–2 hours of targeted work between sessions, allowing them to make steady progress without overwhelming their schedule.
Questions?
Between the two founders of University Select, we bring 26 combined years of experience helping students and families navigate the SAT and ACT.
Over that time, we’ve answered just about every question about test preparation — from program structure and scheduling to homework expectations and score improvement.
We’ve compiled the most common questions in our FAQ section, where you’ll likely find a clear answer.