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Considering 54 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the staff for their exceptional teaching, describing instructors as engaging, knowledgeable, and patient, making learning enjoyable and clear. Many people found the courses well-structured, providing helpful materials and strategies that significantly improved their understanding and test scores. The overall user experience, including live classes and program setup, is consistently highlighted as positive and effective. However, some people felt the program lacked personalized attention and was not always tailored to individual needs, leading to limited score improvement for some. Additionally, a few people encountered technical issues with the platform, such as inconsistent practice tests, difficulties with website navigation, or slow performance.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I had the instructor Janan Niroomand. She was great only reason why I dont put 5 stars is bc the tech tended to be unreliable even with a good computer. When taking a test you would have to open desmo... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

This course was helpful but not game changing for someone starting with a larger score. I scored mid 30's my first test and figured I had nothing to lose with the 1 point improvement guarantee. The li... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

For my class, I had Stacy Little, PSO 552043. She was great. She did an amazing job at explaining the material and at any point I was confused she went step by step. She would even stay after class ju... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

This course really solidified my understanding of the SAT topics and material. It's really good too for pacing and they assign homework that makes sure you get consistent practice. I got many helpful... See more


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For over 35 years, The Princeton Review has been the destination for college and grad bound students to make their dreams a reality. Last year alone, we helped more than 3.5 million students get into a great college or grad school. How do we do it? Online and in-person tutoring and test prep from top-notch educators as well as more than 150 books that provide test prep help to college admissions advice.


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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

honest review for Mumbai location

honest review for Mumbai location, once paid then they don't care. You would not hear from them, your request will go waste.. Only Money making company..

1 May 2024
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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Did not meet our expectations

My son had 1210 ( first attempt at SAT in December of junior year). His goal was 1400. We enrolled him in the 1400 plus course with a money back guarantee ($2000) with high hopes of him reaching his goal. The course was good overall with plenty of materials and classes. He did all the required classes and homework, but his SAT score two months later was 1270. Maybe they can make the content harder as my son felt that Princeton questions were somewhat easier than real SAT questions. We are happy with their service though . The money back guarantee was fulfilled. Thanks Princeton !

21 March 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We did the 1400+ class in person in…

We did the 1400+ class in person in Berkeley. Our daughter knew that an online class wasn't going to work for her. She started out with an 1170 and got a 1300 on her SAT (130 points above her baseline). They guarantee 150 points above her baseline with this course, so we wound up getting a refund! We are actually pretty happy with the 1300 as that is a cutoff for a lot of scholarships and schools, so we consider this a success. We are planning on retaking the exam in May, as students typically get 50-150 points more on the second exam. The class was right near the heart of student life as far as shopping and cafes, and after class, our daughter loved hanging out with the vibe of the UCB students and studying at the cafes. Even though the class was a commitment, she was way more productive than she would have been hanging out at home.

26 March 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Professional Guidance

I’ve found The Princeton Review undeniably helpful while studying for the SAT. I took the Targeted SAT Private Tutoring course with Mr. Vakulchik and received seriously professional guidance. He zeroed in on my areas of improvement based on my performance on practice tests then walked me through various modules, each focusing on one type of question. This methodical and insightful approach taught me how to identify each question type, approach the question, and determine the correct answer with the least possible time, effort, and panic. I left the class with newfound confidence to just take the darn test—I’d been training for it. I gained extra points because it’s not about how well you know math and English, it’s about how well you know the SAT.
Thank you Mr. Vakulchik and The Princeton Review; I highly recommend!

8 March 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had David Jorgensen as my teacher and…

I had David Jorgensen as my teacher and he was great! He reached out to me personally to encourage me to keep working hard for my SAT’s after he saw that my scores on my practice SAT’s were increasing, and he kept the class engaged during lessons. He also got on the meeting before class started, and after class ended Incase we had any additional questions on our homework or on the material that we covered. My SAT score after taking the psat increased by 260 points, and I had a great experience.

21 March 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

0 stars

EDIT: 😂😂😂the comment is hilarious.
What do you have to say about defrauding Title I schools in nyc? (google whistle blower legal princeton review fraud charges)

0 stars. During my time with The Princeton Review, I observed firsthand how corporate-driven education models prioritize rigid compliance over substantive instruction. This experience further refined my ability to critically assess institutional practices and reaffirmed my commitment to working in environments where integrity and development are core values.
There is no way this company is providing equitable, inclusive, and pedagogically sound instruction. They should be sued and gutted.

13 March 2025
Unprompted review
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At The Princeton Review, we have very high standards for our certified teachers and tutors in order to deliver the highest quality instruction for our students. Our training is one of the most robust and thorough in the industry. Candidates who do not demonstrate that they are fully able to meet and exceed our standards throughout the training process do not become certified to work with our students and are dismissed.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I Loved My Teacher Stacey J

This class is tiring and the homework is ALOT. The money-back-guarantee requirements are almost impossible to fulfill as you must complete every homework assignment. However, I do feel like it helped me with my ability to take the SAT and I LOVED my teacher: Stacey J.

5 March 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great course, great teachers, would recommend

Our teacher was Christina M, and she was truly wonderful. She was very well versed in the course and her explanations were easy to follow. Additionally, she took the time to go over necessary questions and gave every student the proper attention when we were struggling. All in all, I would recommend this course to those really looking to better their understanding of the SAT and improve their score.

4 March 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Teacher Review

My teacher David was very cooperative and helpful over the past weeks. He made sure our whole class was understanding the concepts as we were going along.

3 March 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really good course!

I learned a lot from this course and I feel like my teacher, Ms. Lili, did a really good job at explaining things to me when I was confused. I love the organization of the course and it is really easy to navigate. Really recommend :)

3 March 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Awesome resource

The teacher was so kind and patient with all of the students. The information taught was just what we needed to do well on the test. I would definitely recommend this course to a friend.

(I had Stacy Little, course ID# 549247)

2 March 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 4 out of 5 stars

The experience was great

The experience was great. The tutors were great and responded quick. They were really patient as well.

Stacy Little, course ID# 549247

1 March 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Got a 1500 on my last practice test…

Got a 1500 on my last practice test after learning from Mira Mehra for 3 months. 300 point improvement in such a short amount of time. She is patient & I love her way of explaining things. Totally recommend. Than you so much!

15 February 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Student Review

Hello! I am a student and I took Princeton Review. This program helped me so much! Not only did the course break every detail of the SAT down, I am so thankful for the tutor I was assigned. Her name is Mira Mehra and she was so helpful in making sure the class got to where we needed to be with English and Math. She was not only very productive and great at teaching us, she built our confidence up as a class and gave us a safe space within the program. I highly recommend this program and Mira Mehra!

26 February 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Did not meet the guarantee

The Princeton Review do keep their word on the money back guarantee. My daughter had a wonderful course with Princeton for the ACT prep and learned alot. Even though she did not meet the guaranteed 5 point increase, she did make gains and learned great strategies. I think she would have done better if she did it in the summer time with less stress from the rigorous classes she was taking in school. I would recommend taking the Princeton ACT Program to any family. My suggestion would be to take it during the time that is not the most stressful in school. Consider doing it during the second semester of school versus the first semester of school.

7 January 2025
Unprompted review

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