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SAT Prep

Our unique curriculum is a 10 week intensive SAT boot camp featuring tested strategies to attain a 1500+

Why the SAT Matters?

Even in a test-optional landscape, the SAT still opens doors. A strong score gives students an objective measure to stand out from the crowd.

For many top schools, "test-optional" doesn't always mean "test-ignored," and we see more and more schools going back to requiring standardized tests.

We encourage students to see the SAT not as a barrier, but as a tool—one more opportunity to show what they're capable of.

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SAT preparation

In the current admissions landscape, a good SAT score is no-longer a nice to have, but a requirement. Here's why it's important:

10

of the top 20 universities have listed SAT/ACT scores as "very important" in recent surveys

75

%

of students at the top 10 universities have a SAT score of 1500 and above.

2

x

increase in admission rate among T30 test optional schools

The Nexio Difference

Personalized Attention

The research is clear: 1:1 tutoring is much more effective than group classes.

Nexio provides one of the only courses offering one-on-one sessions and customized study plans at an affordable price point.

10-week Plan

Never lose sleep over the SAT again.

Our methodology features active recall and spaced repetition techniques, with a clear 10-week curriculum that can be adjusted to fit your needs.

No Stone Left Unturned

We cover every single type of the most common questions students could expect to encounter on the SAT to avoid surprises.

The Nexio Method will make the SAT feel effortless.

The Nexio Method

Our curriculum is designed and taught by Ivy League and T30 graduates with years of test prep experience. Akin to a medical professional diagnosing a patient, we identify the root causes behind each student’s struggles — then build a custom program to supplement our core program to alleviate those challenges.

Our 10-week Curriculum

Phase 1 – Diagnostic

Introduction to the SAT

Step 1

Diagnostic Exam

Step 2

Review the Diagnostic

Step 3

Set Tailored Plan

Step 4

Phase 2 – Foundational Content

SAT Reading: Grammar

Step 5

SAT Math: Foundations of Linear Equations and Inequalities

Step 6

SAT Reading: Expression of Ideas

Step 7

SAT Math: Systems of Equations and Quadratics

Step 8

SAT Reading: Information and Ideas

Step 9

SAT Math: Functions and Nonlinear Equations

Step 10

Diagnostic Test 1 Review

Step 11

Phase 3 – Advanced Topics

SAT Reading: Craft and Structure

Step 12

SAT Math: Ratios, Rates, Proportions, Units, and Percents

Step 13

SAT Reading: Inferences

Step 14

SAT Math: Data Analysis and Statistics

Step 15

SAT Math: Geometry and Trigonometry

Step 16

Diagnostic Test 2

Step 17

Test-Taking Techniques and Time Limits

Step 18

Review and Closure

Step 19

Diagnostic Test 3

Step 20

Pricing

Group

$1,500

$75/session, 20 total, *billed upfront

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Defined study roadmap

Section-by-section strategy guides

Weekly group sessions (small cohort)

Peer accountability

3 full-length practice tests

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Premium

$2,500

$125/session, 20 total, *billed upfront

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Diagnostic assessment + personalized study plan

Dedicated SAT math and English tutor

Targeted drills by skill gap

Full-length practice test review

Flexible scheduling

Meet Our Lead Instructors

Abishek R

Lead College Counselor

Education:
B.S, Economics, Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania

Instructor Profile

Abi is a college counselor with over 5 years of experience in college counseling and the founder of Nexio. Previous students have attended Stanford, Columbia, UPenn, Carnegie Mellon, University of Michigan, and many other T30 schools. Outside of his primary role as a college counselor, he serves as an industry mentor for students interested in pursuing a career in business and leads our SAT math instruction efforts at Nexio.

He is a graduate of the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, summa cum laude. He has completed coursework in college advising at the University of California, Berkeley, and is an Associate Member of the Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA).

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Nick J

Lead Instructor, SAT English

Education:
B.A. English and Computer Science, Columbia University

Instructor Profile

TBU

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Frequently
Asked Questions

How is your SAT prep different from a prep courses from the larger companies?
The research is pretty clear that the largest test score increases from test prep come from 1:1 tutoring. Unlike Kaplan and Princeton Review, which use cookie cutter curriculums in large group settings, we provide personalized one on one attention to all of our students to help drive meaningful score increases.
Do you assign practice tests and homework between sessions?
Yes. We assign practice tests and homework and set a plan with your student for the time leading up to the SAT to help drive the most meaningful score outcomes. We rely on a combination of existing off the shelf resources and our own proprietary resources based on what your student needs. Some existing resources are really good, so there’s no need for us to reinvent the wheel. That said, we have developed our own resources to fill critical gaps where we feel that existing resources are insufficient.
How much can my child realistically improve?
We generally see students increase by an average of around 150 points. Students with a baseline score under 1250 often see even more meaningful gains. That said, results are student driven. Coming to sessions isn’t enough — doing homework, staying consistent with prep, and being intentional about improvement is required. During our diagnostic evaluation, we can provide a general sense of what’s realistic based on your child’s academic profile, baseline score, and where they’re starting from.
Should my child take the SAT multiple times?
Yes. In general, we find that students should plan to take the test three times. That said, we want them to be prepared for each attempt. It’s critical that they go into that first exam with a really strong sense of the test and very few gaps. Taking it one or two more times can help them reach their maximum score. After that point, we want to be thoughtful about whether we’re putting more effort towards the SAT or effort towards somewhere else.
Do you help students decide between the SAT and ACT?
Yes. We do not offer resources for the ACT — we are experts in the SAT. We generally find the SAT to be a more learnable exam and the majority of students fare better on it. That said, we do recommend that students take one of each exam to start and review a concordance table. If a student finds they’re performing much better on the ACT, we can work with them to find ACT tutoring options based on our network.
What's a competitive SAT score for the schools my child is targeting?
In general, we want your student to be at or above the 75th percentile for the schools they are targeting. At the end of the day, we work with students to maximize their score and are realistic when we find that they are plateauing on the exam.

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