Guidance Department

SAT PREP CENTER 

This list contains some SAT prep resources both online and traditional classroom instruction.  You will find that some are free, some are low-cost, and some are at cost.  This list is for informational purposes only.  Cathedral High School is not affiliated with any of the organizations.
 

• Method Test Prep      Online prep course where students can practice at their own pace using real practice test questions.  They offer over 40 strategy guides, a full-length practice SAT, hundreds of SAT practice questions, easy explanations to every question, strength tracking for each section of the test, dozens of test-taking tips and strategies, quick study vocabulary builder, practice quizzes, unlimited access from any internet-connected computer 24/7.   This is fee-based and offers subscription plans that also include PSAT prep.
   
• REVOLUTION PREP           Traditional 6-week classroom prep course at a reduced price.  They offer courses on the West coast and East coast including the New York Metro area.
   
• Study Works              Traditional classroom prep course for SAT and PSAT.  They offer a 300-point and money back guarantee; free diagnostic testing, unlimited retakes and score based class levels.  They have locations in NJ, Long Island and Westchester County and also offer online prep courses.
   
• Peterson's Online Test Prep             Online prep course with no fixed class sessions accessible 24/7 from any location with Internet access. This is a reduced rate course.
   
• Kaplan Test Prep       Their fee-based courses are offered in the classroom and online for most standardized exams including PSAT and SAT.
   
• The Princeton Review           They offer online courses and traditional classroom prep courses.  Prep courses include most standardized exams including SAT and PSAT for a fee.
   
• PowerScore Ultimate Test Preparation        They offer full-length and weekend SAT prep courses with access to their Online Student Center, four proctored practice tests and a 200-point score guarantee (full-length prep course).
   
• CollegeBoard SAT Preparation Center        This is a FREE resource for students to practice SAT questions or full-length exams.  This is offered online only.  Students can practice at their own pace.  The CollegeBoard is the organization that publishes the PSAT and SAT therefore it is highly suggested that students take advantage of this website.
   
• The Door        The Door is New York City's premier youth development agency, offering unique and highly effective programs for young people 12-21.  The Door's mission is to empower young people to reach their potential by providing ESL, tutoring and homework help, college preparation and computer classes, career development services and training, job placement, daily meals, arts, sports and recreational activities.  The only criterion for Door membership is age (12-21). The Door's regular hours are Monday through Friday 2:00 - 8:00 pm.
   
• John Jay Upward Bound        The goal of the John Jay College Upward Bound Program is designed to help first generation high school students with their academic growth and development.  Through the services provided by the Program (i.e. mentor ship, advisement, testing and test preparation-SAT/ACT/Regents, personal counseling, formal academic instruction, assessment, cultural enrichment, developmental workshops, college preparation and much more) students enrolled in the Program find themselves with increased academic readiness and motivational and confidence levels.  The program is combined of a rigorous tutorial component which takes place during the academic year, and an intensive summer residential component. All students are required to remain in the Program on a year round basis.