I know all about standardized testing, having earned a perfect 1600 on the Math & Reading sections of the SAT in addition to perfect scores on the ACT and the new GMAT. I have a B.S. in Biomedical Engineering and Applied Math from Johns Hopkins University and I currently work as a Product Manager in New York City. In addition to having tutored math and standardized tests throughout high school and college, I am currently a mentor to high school students through Minds Matter and participate in Pro Bono projects at work. As a coach, I believe that understanding the structure of the test itself is as important as knowing the content tested. I'm an enthusiastic and patient teacher who will work with you to develop a studying and testing approach that best fits your learning style.

Welcome to my profile! As the Founder and CEO of MindFlow Speed Reading and City Test Prep, I have dedicated over 30 years to helping students excel in high-stakes admissions tests, including the SAT. My unique approach combines accelerated reading techniques and mindset tools, which are often missing from traditional test prep programs. These methods have helped thousands of students improve their reading speed by up to 5x and boost their scores by up to 28% on reading comprehension sections. I am passionate about empowering students to achieve their highest potential through customized action plans and holistic coaching. At City Test Prep, we have years of experience guiding students through the SAT, and we deeply understand the unique challenges this test presents. Our approach is built on thorough knowledge of each section and the strategies required to excel. We provide students with a personalized study plan that targets their specific strengths and areas for growth, helping them build both knowledge and confidence. Our methods are rooted in proven techniques to enhance focus, manage time effectively, and approach each section with a clear strategy, ultimately reducing the stress and anxiety often associated with high-stakes testing. In our work, we encounter a wide range of difficulties students face, from pacing issues to question misinterpretations. Drawing on our experience, we help students develop practical skills for each section, like quick reading strategies for the Reading section, effective elimination techniques for English, and clear, methodical approaches to the Science and Math sections. Beyond test content, we prioritize helping students become resilient and adaptable test-takers who can manage stress, stay composed under pressure, and ultimately achieve their best possible score. Let's work together to unlock your success on the SAT!

Reading and writing can seem unscientific, but I can help bring some method to the madness. I received a 780 on the section in high school (1 wrong), and have since helped tutor many high school students during college. There are common patterns for the types of questions you'll get asked, and I will help you think like a test-maker and test-taker.

I have a strong academic background and a proven record of successful SAT preparation. With many years of experience, I've honed my expertise in all SAT sections, offering students comprehensive guidance. My approach is marked by personalized strategies that cater to individual strengths and weaknesses, ensuring optimal score improvements. I'm passionate about empowering students to excel on the SAT, combining my knowledge with effective teaching methods to instill confidence and help them achieve their desired scores.

Hi! I'm Bruce Hanson and I've coached the SAT for 10 years both as an instructor at UCLA and as the founder of First Choice Admissions. I specialize in getting students elite scores and I've helped hundreds of students just like you hit their goals! I created a highly effective SAT curriculum at UCLA - hundreds of students went through the program and then I further honed it through thousands of hours of teaching private students. The lessons, practice sets and teaching approach have all been battle tested over 10 years and have helped hundreds of students get top scores - I'd love to help you too!

I graduated from Harvard with the John Harvard Scholarship (top 5% GPA), a major in Integrative Biology, and a minor in Computer Science. I have over 6 years of experience working as a full-time tutor for the ACT, SAT, and SSAT. I have worked with over 25 clients on the SAT alone, and I have taken almost every practice test that has been released since 2014. In my free time, I create SAT software for the TI-Nspire Calculator and free online instructional videos for a wide audience. On average, my students have enjoyed improvements of anywhere between 150-250 points on the SAT. I know how to teach the Writing sections so that you will receive a perfect score. Two of my students have increased their scores from 600-800 in this section, and most of my students end my program scoring perfectly on the writing section especially. In the two tutoring companies I have worked for in the past, I was promoted to the highest tutoring status. I also work with college admissions, and of the six students I worked with this year, three received interviews with Harvard. I tutor full-time, and I am ready to help you reach the score of your dreams.