Professional Private Tutoring for the SAT and ACT

Since 2006, Marin SAT Prep has coached some of the highest scoring students in the Bay Area and beyond, but you don’t have to be a top student to see the benefits of our test prep programs.

Students at every level of ability typically enjoy out-sized improvement, while those who struggle with test anxiety or learning issues often benefit most from our services.

For your free consultation, please contact us by call, text, email, or using the contact form below.

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KNOWLEDGE

Comprehensive review,
exclusive materials, official questions.

STRATEGY

Proven strategies, special tips and tricks,
and efficient time management plans.

PERFORMANCE

Valuable test day techniques
to sharpen focus and relieve anxiety.

Hello!

My name is Adam Piacente, founder of Marin SAT Prep. I am a retired attorney who designed and taught the first accredited law school course in online legal research. I am the author of a number of textbooks on the subject as well as the author and co-publisher, with Lexis Publishing, of the official launch guide for the lexis.com legal research service.

After deciding to transition from law but continue teaching, I took a position as a private test prep tutor and soon began developing new methodologies that proved so effective, I started my own education company in 2006.

For nearly 20 years, Marin SAT Prep has continued to help students achieve significantly higher scores on both the SAT & ACT. I have personally tutored over 800 individual test candidates, while tutors who have worked with me over the years have helped many more!

Local Company

In addition to private tutoring, I also assist local North Bay schools and non-profit organizations with innovative ways to provide college aspirants from all backgrounds access to quality, affordable test preparation.

I am available to speak with your group about college admissions testing. Please contact us for more details.

Global Reach

Marin SAT Prep’s success in improving scores is not limited to students from the North Bay.

Combining Zoom with our own proprietary courseware suite, Marin SAT Prep’s online tutoring capabilities have extended our reach throughout the Bay Area; as well as nationally to students in Boston, Chicago, Denver, Los Angeles, New York, Portland, and Seattle; and even internationally as far away as Bogotá, Calgary, Vancouver, Edinburgh, London, and Sydney!

Valuable Resource

When you sign up with Marin SAT Prep, you are getting not just a professional and knowledgable tutor, but also an advisor with nearly two decades of experience assisting parents and students with planning for these important tests.

From choosing the right test for you, to registering for optimal test dates, to understanding and sending scores, and much more, I am here to guide you every step of the way.

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FAQs

Why choose Marin SAT Prep?

As a private tutor, I pride myself on my reputation and results. Every student gets my full attention, and my proprietary courseware uniquely prepares students for the tests.

Can Marin SAT Prep really help?

Yes! Our training programs can dramatically improve your scores. Marin SAT Prep’s unique, customizable learning system is specifically designed to optimize anyone’s score regardless of academic level or ability.

What can a student expect?

Expert, professional ACT or SAT training from a friendly, experienced, and knowledgeable tutor.

Where are lessons taught?

Online via Zoom. Students receive an email invite shortly before each lesson.

Do you train students with extra time?

Absolutely. In fact, students with extra time often benefit most from our services.

Do you tutor any other tests?

Yes! We also tutor for high school admissions tests such as the SSAT, HSPT, and ISEE. LSAT and Bar Exam (essay writing) also available.

What is your hourly rate?

Our rate for private one-on-one tutoring is $175 per hour, which compares favorably with other premium test prep companies.

We also offer discounted rates for small groups (up to four students). Please contact us for more details.

What sets you apart from larger services?

The sad truth is that many large test prep services hire overworked and underpaid grad students, provide them with a few days of training, then send them out to read from a canned script.

The tests are far too important to worry about getting stuck with an inexperienced tutor.

With Marin SAT Prep, you can be confident of receiving expert, professional instruction from an veteran test prep specialist committed to your success.

Program Options

Practice Test Review: 1 lesson (1.5 hours)
Includes written analysis of score report.

Standard Course: 8-10 (12-15 hours)
Full review of all test subjects and topics.

Premium Course: 14-16 (21-24 hours)
Comprehensive review of all test subjects and topics.

Verbal or STEM only: 6-8 lessons (9-12 hours)
The Complete Course for either Verbal or STEM.

Procrastinator’s Special: 5 lessons (7.5 hours)
Basic review featuring test strategies and tips.

Long Term
Regular weekly tutoring on an open ended schedule.

Custom Training
Program tailored to your individual needs.

Compare Premium Test Prep Tutoring Services

Company	One Tutor for All Subjects?	Veteran Tutor?	Official Practice Tests?	Pay-as-you-go?	Private Lesson Hourly Rate*
Marin SAT Prep	YES	YES	YES	YES	$175
Compass Prep	MAYBE	MAYBE	NO	YES	$220 +$300 fee
Kaplan	MAYBE	YES (w/premium)	SAT NO ACT YES	NO	$240
Princeton Review	MAYBE	MAYBE	NO	NO	$365

*current as of March 2024

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