Testimonials
We appreciate you working with A-List and would like to hear about your experiences working with us. Please take a moment to follow the link and let us know how exactly how you feel:
“I would absolutely be remiss if I did not take the opportunity to thank everyone at A-List for all of their help the past few years… There are not enough accolades to be given. I just want to thank you for all your patience, devotion and hard work. It’s obvious to me that you TRULY care about these kids, and enjoy what you do. As you know, half of this story has a VERY HAPPY ENDING…son #1 got into the school of his choice. Now, we’re waiting for the college decisions for son #2…We’ve got our fingers crossed. I cannot thank you enough.”
-Mother of Max A. (Syosset, 2007) +380 points
Accepted into Tisch School of the Arts at NYU
“My son and I would highly recommend A-List services. The level of professionalism, courtesy, knowledge, and care has been unmatched by any of my prior experiences with any other tutorial service.”
-Mother of John L. (Syosset, 2008) +370 points
Accepted into Sacred Heart, Miami of Ohio, University of Rhode Island
“During my time working with A-List, I have not only learned very important test-taking skills, but I have learned vital lessons that will truly help to shape my future. A-List has been a key component in helping me achieve my goals regarding the SAT and college applications, while at the same time instilling skills such as time management into my daily routine. Their employees have spent countless hours ensuring that I not only succeed, but surpass any expectations I previously had. They helped to alleviate much of the stress of the SATs and the college process, and I am grateful for the amount of time and effort that they put in.”
-Paris H. (Wheatley, 2008) +310 points
Accepted early into Columbia
“The A-List team creates an experience that prepares students for the SAT, ACT, SAT II, etc. This helps prepare each student so that they know what to expect on the test day. I have had a wonderful experience using A-List. My tutor was not just a teacher, but a friend. Junior and Senior year carry a lot of stress, but with the A-List crew and their help, I was able to overcome many obstacles.”
-Jenny B. (Wheatley, 2009) +380 points
Accepted early into Yale
“My scores jumped way up after A-List.”
-Sam V. (Roslyn, 2009) +280 points
Accepted early into Bowdoin College
“I definitely enjoyed my experience with A-List. I found the materials excellent; the vocabulary flash-cards had sentences that had very helpful context clues and even better word groupings. The Book of Knowledge taught me so many things. I was more than satisfied with my final score on both the SAT and ACT exams. I enjoyed my sessions with my tutor, Scott. The availability of practice tests, I think, was one of the most important aspects that went into increasing my score. I would definitely recommend A-List to anyone.”
-Dara B. (Roslyn, 2008) +360 points
Accepted into University of Michigan
“A-List was a big factor in helping my son get a spot at Princeton University. He got the score he needed the first time he sat down to take the SAT, and actually had a good time preparing. I couldn’t be happier and will continue to recommend A-List to all the athletes I know.”
-Father of Mike C. (Setaucket, 2008) +210 points
Accepted early into Princeton
“Working with A-List was very helpful. It increased my scores tremendously. John was very funny and interesting. He’s more than just your everyday SAT tutor.”
-Ryan C. (St. John the Baptist, 2009)
“The services of A-List truly prepare you to be the most qualified college applicant. Scott brings a warm and friendly face to every session that creates a comfortable learning environment and a fun atmosphere! With A-List, you are sure to reach your ultimate potential.”
-Merry A. (Friends Academy, 2007) +310 points
Accepted into Northwestern University
“After using two highly recommended non A-List private tutors without any significant increase in scores, I hired A-List for my son’s final attempt at the SAT. He worked with A-List for approximately 6 weeks and the increase in his scores was impressive: 100 point increase in writing, 70 point increase in verbal and 60 point increase in math. A-List’s approach to tackling the SAT was unique… Taking the practice tests are like training for the big game. By the time my son took his third practice test, he felt calmer and more confident. I highly recommend A-List – do not waste your time on any other tutoring service-these guys know how to approach this test, which is unlike the tests from years ago. My son still thanks me for going the extra mile with A-List, which renewed his confidence and secured his place in some of his first choice colleges.”
-Mother of Sean M. (Schreiber, 2009) +220 points
“I really liked how A-List provided me with the opportunity to take multiple practice tests under real testing conditions. Also, it was great how A-List was able to work with my hectic volleyball schedule. If I couldn’t make one of the practice tests, I was able to take it at conveniently home and still have it graded.”
-Amanda C. (Schreiber, 2009) +410 points
Accepted into Hamilton University
“James was a huge help in preparing for the SAT in that he was extremely engaging with everyone he works with. His personality and his knowledge of the test made a great combination of learning and overall fun.”
-Bobby L. (Chaminade, 2009) +220 points
“A-List makes preparing for the SAT a lot of fun, yet the boys learned a lot and did really well in the end. I recommend A-List to all my friends.”
-Mother of Mike P. (Chaminade, 2008) +210 points
Accepted into Princeton University
“The tutors are knowledgeable and friendly. The material prepared me well. The flexible testing options brought me satisfaction and the necessary practice I needed.”
-Billy G. (Great Neck South, 2009) +240 points
Accepted into Georgetown
“I was given the necessary materials in order to raise my SAT/ACT score. I felt confident and prepared walking into the test.”
-Lindsay P. (North Shore, 2009) +210 points
Accepted into Tulane
“We could not have had a better experience with any other SAT prep group in the country. Our daughter’s scores went up over 400 points and she had a new sense of confidence that she enjoys to this day. Scott was just a remarkable tutor and if you do nothing else to help your child in the college process, this is by far the most valuable tool and resource and a gift that will “keep on giving.”
-Mother of Missy F. (Bergen County Academy, 2008) +410 points
“I can’t thank you enough for all your efforts on behalf of our son. Your guidance was a critical factor in getting the most out of his abilities. I can’t imagine what the process would have been like without your help.”
-Mother of Jack S. (Cold Spring Harbor, 2009) +290 points
Accepted into Washington and Lee University
“Being an overworked and stressed out Junior, I was expecting Sunday afternoons with my SAT tutor to be the bane of my existence;however, Scott and A-List managed to turn Sunday afternoons into something I could look forward to. Never did I expect to be asking my parents after a tutoring session, “So when is the next time Scott’s coming? I don’t even want to wait a whole week!” Scott became not only my teacher but my friend. The combination of a great friendly tutor, the availability of tests to take every weekend at local venues, and the opportunity to utilize all of the tools in A-List’s test taking arsenal created the perfect formula for success. Choosing A-List and working with Scott not only created the environment for me to succeed, but helped alleviate my stress and allowed me to have fun at the same time. I will gladly recommend A-List to all my friends.”
-Scott G. (Roslyn, 2011) +280 points