SAT/ACT scores are an essential ingredient of US university applications. ITS helps students conquer these with effective preparation. We offer flexible private lessons and regular small group classes.
Students who work with ITS improve their SAT scores by 200+ points or achieve 1400+ / ACT scores by 6+ points or achieve 30+
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ITS helps students and parents tailor their application master narrative, helping students identify their academic passions and gain admission into universities. We help students identify and elicit their passions, in all range of interests from arts and humanities to business and science. ITS students have gained admission to the most prestigious schools (Harvard, Stanford, MIT…) and to the very best specialized universities (Parson’s, Cooper Union, Georgia Tech).
It’s never too early to begin preparing your child’s profile to optimize their potential:
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Each group seminar consists of three 1-hour classes (online, until further notice). Schedules below.
Mon Sep 14 / 21 / 28 - 7-8pm
Tue Sep 15 / 22 / 27 - 7-8pm
Mon Oct 5 / 12 / 19 - 7-8pm
Tue Oct 6 / 13 / 20 - 7-8pm
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The best way for any student to reach for top scores in their SAT or ACT exams is to take a highly-customized course of private lessons. Students can arrange lessons flexible to their busy timetables. Private lessons give students an opportunity to focus on their strengths with direct attention from the teacher. At ITS we have found that students can achieve virtually any target score if they work hard enough. ITS specializes in helping students achieve scores that accompany applications to Ivy League universities and other top schools.
We provide a first free SAT / ACT mock test at ITS Central's exam center for all students. Register here!
For students who are having their first lesson at ITS, we offer a free 30-minute trial lesson for SAT or ACT students. Sign up below!
ITS also provides SAT II subject test lessons for virtually all SAT II subjects: Biology E/M, Chemistry, Physics, World History, Literature Math Level 1 and 2...
Our most popular ACT class, the ACT Essentials course is designed to move students from a total score of 25+ into the 30+ range. Students focus only on the advanced concepts and strategies required to increase their scores. Students cover all aspects of the ACT: Grammar, Math, Reading, Science, and Essay.
24 hours of Instruction + 3 Official ACT Past Papers
Reading / Grammar / Math / Science / Essay
Recommended for: Students who have a total ACT score of 25+ and want to reach for 30+.
Price: $13,500 (includes all teaching materials)
Join with a friend and each receive 20% off course fees!
| Days | Times | Start Date | End Date | Official ACT Test Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon and Wed | 6-9pm | Aug 17 | Sep 9 | Sep 11 / 12 |
| Tue and Thu | 6-9pm | Aug 18 | Sep 10 | Sep 11 / 12 |
| Sat and Sun | 2-5pm | Aug 8 | Aug 30 | Sep 11 / 12 |
| Mon and Wed | 6-9pm | Sep 14 | Oct 7 | Oct 9 / 10 |
| Tue and Thu | 6-9pm | Sep 15 | Oct 8 | Oct 9 / 10 |
| Sat and Sun | 2-5pm | Sep 12 | Oct 4 | Oct 9 / 10 |
| Mon and Wed | 6-9pm | Nov 16 | Dec 9 | Dec 11 / 12 |
| Tue and Thu | 6-9pm | Nov 17 | Dec 10 | Dec 11 / 12 |
| Sat and Sun | 2-5pm | Nov 14 | Dec 6 | Dec 11 / 12 |
Our most popular class, the SAT Essentials course is designed to move students from a total score of 1200+ (550+ Math/550+ Eng) into the 1400+ range. Students focus only on the advanced concepts and strategies required to increase their scores. Students cover all aspects of the SAT: Reading, Grammar, Math, and Essay.
24 hours of Instruction + 3 Official SAT Past Papers
Reading + Grammar / Math / Essay
Recommended for: Students who have a total score of 1200+ and want to reach for 1400+.
Price: $13,500 (includes all teaching materials)
Join with a friend and each receive 20% off course fees!
| Days | Times | Start Date | End Date | Official SAT Test Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon and Wed | 6-9pm | Aug 3 | Aug 26 | Aug 29 |
| Tue and Thu | 6-9pm | Aug 4 | Aug 27 | Aug 29 |
| Sat and Sun | 10am-1pm | Aug 1 | Aug 23 | Aug 29 |
| Mon and Wed | 6-9pm | Aug 31 | Sep 23 | Sep 26 / Oct 3 |
| Tue and Thu | 6-9pm | Sep 1 | Sep 24 | Sep 26 / Oct 3 |
| Sat and Sun | 10am-1pm | Aug 29 | Sep 20 | Sep 26 / Oct 3 |
| Mon and Wed | 6-9pm | Nov 9 | Dec 2 | Dec 5 |
| Tue and Thu | 6-9pm | Nov 10 | Dec 3 | Dec 5 |
| Sat and Sun | 10am-1pm | Nov 7 | Nov 29 | Dec 5 |
The most comprehensive SAT class in all of Hong Kong. This course is ideal for students with a total score below 1200, and want to get their best possible score. This course covers all of the basic grammar and math fundamentals, and incorporates all of the advanced concepts and strategies of the SAT Essentials course.
60 hours of Instruction + 3 Official SAT Past Papers
Reading + Grammar / Math / Essay
Recommended for: Students who are hoping to master the SAT or students who have had trouble reaching a score of 1200.
Courses run intensively only in the summer and winter holidays.
Price: $27,000 (includes all teaching materials)
Join with a friend and each receive 20% off course fees!
| Days | Times | Lunch Break |
|---|---|---|
| July 6-10 and July 13-17 | 10am-1pm and 2pm-5pm | 1-2pm |
| July 20-24 and July 27-31 | 10am-1pm and 2pm-5pm | 1-2pm |
| Aug 3-7 and Aug 10-14 | 10am-1pm and 2pm-5pm | 1-2pm |
Final review before official test dates with actual past papers.
6 hours of Instruction + 2 Official SAT / ACT Mock Tests
Reading + Grammar / Math / Essay
Test Day Tips and Strategies Comprehensive Mock Test Reviews
Recommended for: Students who are soon taking the official SAT or ACT and want additional practice with a complete review of their mistakes
Courses run the week of official SAT and ACT test dates.
Price: $2,700
Join with a friend and each receive 20% off course fees!
| Days | Times | Dates | Official SAT Test Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon and Wed | 6-9pm | Aug 24 and 26 | Aug 29 |
| Tue and Thu | 6-9pm | Aug 25 and 27 | Aug 29 |
| Mon and Wed | 6-9pm | Sep 21 and 23 | Sep 26 |
| Tue and Thu | 6-9pm | Sep 22 and 24 | Sep 26 |
| Mon and Wed | 6-9pm | Sep 28 and 30 | Oct 3 |
| Tue and Thu | 6-9pm | Sep 29 and Oct 1 | Oct 3 |
| Mon and Wed | 6-9pm | Nov 30 and Dec 2 | Dec 5 |
| Tue and Thu | 6-9pm | Dec 1 and 3 | Dec 5 |
| Days | Times | Dates | Official ACT Test Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon and Wed | 6-9pm | Sep 7 and 9 | Sep 11 / 12 |
| Tue and Thu | 6-9pm | Sep 8 and 10 | Sep 11 / 12 |
| Mon and Wed | 6-9pm | Oct 5 and 7 | Oct 9 / 10 |
| Tue and Thu | 6-9pm | Oct 6 and 8 | Oct 9 / 10 |
| Mon and Wed | 6-9pm | Dec 7 and 9 | Dec 11 / 12 |
| Tue and Thu | 6-9pm | Dec 8 and 10 | Dec 11 / 12 |
Mike studied at the University of Colorado – Boulder with coursework at Harvard University (Math and Economics), while also doing statistical research for Colorado State University. Mike moved to Hong Kong in 2009 to work in the finance sector, but after two years of working in and with regional hedge funds and private equity funds, he decided to direct his efforts towards education. Mike teaches math at all levels, coordinates SAT classes at ITS, and oversees all student applications to universities in the US.
If you or your student is planning to apply to university in the US, come in for a free chat with Mike. You can email us at [email protected] or call us at 2116 3916.
SAT/ACT preparation should start 3-6 months before a first exam. Of course students who spend upwards of 12 months on diluted preparation will realize their full potential on the exams.
You only need the SAT or the ACT, though you can try both. Some schools like NYU, though a decided minority, are letting students apply without SAT/ACT scores.
There are differences in the duration and number of questions in each section. The ACT has a scientific reasoning section that is tested sporadically in both the English and Math SAT sections. The essays are very different - the ACT is argumentative while the SAT is explicative. We offer a first SAT and ACT mock free at ITS Central’s Exam Center.
This depends on the schools which you apply to. Generally, more selective schools are more likely to have SAT II requirements (2 or 3 tests).
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