Changes coming to the SAT!
Watch Demystifying the SAT from Private Prep to learn about the upcoming changes to the SAT. You can also read the press release from the College Board for more information.
The Digital SAT will be offered beginning in March 2024.
Practice Exams
Applerouth Test Prep SAT and ACT (both live and on demand; some include extended time)
Revolution Prep Practice SAT Exams (choose one, same test)
Digital SAT Practice Exam: Saturday, May 18, 2024 | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm ET | Live Online
Digital SAT Practice Exam: Sunday, May 19, 2024 | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm ET | Live Online
Upcoming Classes
Applerouth Test Prep SAT and ACT
*Use scholarship code 2025PT ($100 off any private tutoring) or 2025GP ($50 off any group prep option) when enrolling!
In-Person Beacon Class starts 1/20. Register here (atlastestprep.com)
Princeton Review offers 25% off courses with code BEACON25 and 10% off tutoring with code BEACON10
Revolution Prep Group Courses: SAT and ACT
SoFlo Tutors offers a free group scholarship class to help underserved students: Apply Here
NMSQT
The DOE has elected to offer a free SAT in 11th grade instead of the PSAT which qualifies students for the NMSQT. Students who score in the top 1% on the SAT can still be considered through an alternative method. They need to contact the NMSQT at ae@nmerit.net with the following information:
Full Name, Home Address
Beacon School, 522 West 44th Street, NY NY 10036
I was unable to take the PSAT because my high school did not offer it. I would like to use the alternate route to be considered for the NMSQT.
They will then send you a form which will need to be signed by the College Office (room 529).
Many schools are testing optional. You can find a full list of those schools and more information about their specific policies below.
Standardized Testing and Accommodations.
If you have an IEP or a 504 and require additional information about requesting accommodations on standardized tests, please contact Naisha Crews or refer to our Frequently Asked Questions document.
Test Prep Providers
We’ve compiled a list of standardized test prep providers below. Please note that price points and offerings vary widely — group classes, individual tutoring, in-person, online-only, practice exams only, supplemental college advising, etc.
We recommend calling to inquire about services, availability and rates.
* indicates free or reduced-fee provider
Goddard Riverside Community Center*
Manhattan | 212 873 6600
Harlem Center for Education*
Manhattan | 212 348 9200
Great Expectations
https://www.gecollegeprep.com/
(888) 917-7737
Email dheller@beaconschool.org for discount code!
Kingsbridge Heights Community Center*
Bronx | 718 884 0700
NY Public Library*
Various locations | 917 ASK NYPL
Ivy Tutors
212 519 1981
Pathways to Purpose*
929-452-4126
The Door*
Manhattan | 212 941 9090
Applerouth*
Manhattan and online | 212 731 4676
Sunnyside Community Services*
Queens | 718 784 6173
Cypress Hills/College Steps*
Brooklyn | 718 647 2800
Huntington Learning Center
800-CAN-LEARN
SoFlo Tutors
954 654 9777
Boys and Girls Harbor*
Manhattan | 212 427 2244
Let’s Get Ready*
Manhattan, Queens, Bronx | 646 808 2760
Bronx House*
Bronx | 718 792 1800
Revolution Prep*
Online | 877 738 7737
Next Level Learning
212 957 9100
Manhattan, Queens | 800 631 1757 | info@kwellerprep.com
Sheptin Tutoring Group
914 232 3743
Apex for Youth*
Manhattan | 212 385 3574
South Asian Youth Action (SAYA)*
Queens | 718 651 3484
Mosholu Montefiore Community Center*
Bronx | 718 882 4000
Atlas Prep*
716 299 TEST
Kaplan Test Prep
800 KAP TEST
New Settlement College Access Center*
Bronx | 718 294 3870
(347) 334-2751
Additional Test Prep Providers and Tutors
The following test prep providers have been endorsed by Beacon families in the past.
Michael Blume, SAT & ACT
michaelrossblume@gmail.com | (973) 534-4309
Daniel David, SAT & ACT
danielsethd@gmail.com | (646) 683-4858
Jeremy Ellison-Gladstone, SAT & ACT
JEGTutoring@gmail.com | (917) 447-1862
Sam Emara, SAT & ACT
we2105@columbia.edu | (917) 916-1222
emarasolutions.com
Maddie Emerick , SAT & ACT
emerick.madeleine@gmail.com
Zev Fagin, SAT & ACT
zevfagin@gmail.com | (917) 342-5724
Joya Ahmad, SAT & ACT, plus Essay Help
joya.ahsan.ahmad@gmail.com
Scott Farber, SAT & ACT
ScottF@alisteducation.com
Michael Giles, SAT & ACT
michaelgiles@earthlink.net | (718) 689-2111
mgilestutoring.com
Steven Kreps, SAT & ACT
stevenadamkreps@gmail.com | (917) 202-2893
Jamie Berger, SAT & ACT
jamie.berger@gmail.com
Marguerita Merrick, SAT, ACT, AP Lit, AP US History
mm296.0@gmail.com | (347) 249-4224
Jenny Paul, SAT & ACT
jenjpaul@yahoo.com | (214) 437-8723
Lemon Tree Learning, SAT, ACT, Academic Support
info@lemontreelearning.com | 646-598-8593
Penn Pal Tutors, SAT & ACT
alexabryn@gmail.com
pennpalstutoring.com
Judith Rodgers, SAT & ACT
judithr325@gmail.com | (646) 335-3245
tutoringwithdistinction-judithrodgers.com
Dan Stern, SAT & ACT
danielmstern@yahoo.com
metroacademicprep.com
Shira Stone, SAT, ACT and Regents
Shira623@gmail.com | (917) 723-1728
Ally Villareal, SAT & ACT
allyevillarreal@gmail.com | (361) 960-0308
Rob Cohen, Cohen Math Prep, SAT, ACT, Academic Support
rob@cohenmathprep.com | 1-844-TUTORS-0