Online SAT Test Prep

by Michael Leppert

The only purely online SAT Prep service is provided by Boston Test Prep (www.bostontestprep.com). BTP is composed of a broad-backgrounded group of SAT tutors, teachers and online education professionals who love helping students prepare for this venerable right of passage. They have customized a test prep program that allows the user to study in the manner that works best for him/her. They also consulted with other tutors who possessed a proven track record of improving SAT scores to come up with the best possible SAT prep you can obtain. In March, 2005, the revamped SAT Test was released; it is longer, more difficult and more expensive than the old version . . . and stimulates preparation even more!

Boston Test Prep has developed a 24/7 program that allows the user to work at his/her convenience. They have also developed a program called Build Your Brain tm. It is one of the most unique aspects of the BTP service. It allows one to practice and learn skills simultaneously. Your student can use lessons to prepare for questions or to identify the lessons s/he needs or take online narrated lessons to brush up on weak areas and then take quizzes to practice his/her skills. The user can alternate back and forth between the quizzes and the lessons and ultimately, s/he can build skills and confidence by focusing the studies in the way that works for him/her. This is the great reality of online education – customization!

BTP advises a student to begin using their program at least 3 months in advance of the test date, but even earlier than that can be helpful – even with classes the student is already taking. The cost is very reasonable too, with two options available. One can sign up for BTP month-by-month for $39 per month or a three-month block for only $99. Either option carries with it a 5-day money-back guarantee if you or your student decide BTP is not right for you. Please visit their website for much more information. You can also call them toll-free at 800-448-0671 M-F 9am - 5pm EST.