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Best ACT And SAT Prep In Los Angeles

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Applying for college admissions is an exciting experience for high school students. Seniors receive counseling to work to excel in the classroom to achieve a high GPA as they prepare to apply for their college of choice. In addition to standard applications, colleges seek out students with good ACT and SAT scores. It is important for students to prepare for these standardized tests before they schedule a testing date. There are several Los Angeles-based ACT and SAT prep centers that go the extra mile in offering comprehensive individual training for students to prepare for the ACT and SAT.

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L.A. Tutors
9454 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 600
Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 622-1155
www.latutors123.com

L.A. Tutors offers a selection of pre-testing programs based on the skill levels of each student. Programs range from refresher courses which focus on reviewing the basics of testing. For SAT test preparation, this program involves 12 hours of training over two to five weeks, which includes two practice tests. A comprehensive preparation program is offered for four to five months, involving 48 hours of test training. Personalized study programs are created based on the needs of each student. Study skills, math, reading, writing and test preparation are offered within the training curriculum.

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Elite Of Los Angeles
3301 Wilshire Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90010
(213) 365-8008
www.eliteprep.com/los-angeles

Elite Prep has been in the business of test preparation for students for over 25 years. The teaching methods at this center focus on educating students about the value of good study habits as well as tying in key study techniques that will assist them in excelling in the ACT and SAT testing process. Elite Prep is committed to preparing students to face the ACT and SAT with confidence, as well as enjoy the process of learning for life.

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Veritas Prep
22741 Pacific Coast Highway, Suite 300
Malibu, CA 90265
(213) 365-8008
www.veritasprep.com

Students have a choice of learning SAT and ACT test-taking techniques in a variety of educational environments. Live classroom locations are available where students integrate with teachers and other pupils. Students who are looking for a tutoring environment can participate in one-on-one tutoring sessions. Students who prefer online training can participate in on demand test preparation. These sessions include video sessions designed for instructing them on specialized testing techniques.

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Klass Tutoring
3125 Curts Avenue, Suite 1000
Los Angeles, CA 90034
(310) 948-1393
www.klasstutoring.com

Klass Tutoring offers the service of professional tutors who visit the home of each student for private tutoring sessions. This tutoring service has been in business for over 20 years. SAT programs range from a 10 hour crash course to 40 hour intensive programs.The ACT program ranges from 20 to 40 hour of intensive training for students to choose from.

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Academic Achievers
2500 Broadway, Suite 125
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 883-5810
www.academicachievers.com

Professional tutors work directly with students to provide one-on-one intensive training for the ACT and SAT. Tutors analyze each student's baseline score first to determine what areas the student needs training in the most. Each ACT and SAT  program is custom created to meet the needs of each student. Practice tests are free. ACT and SAT prep are conducted session by session and not in a package format.

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Belinda Ware is a Hollywood Insider news journalist who finds herself in the right place at the right time covering celebrity news, pop culture, opinion pieces and general breaking news stories on the latest trends in popular news. Her hobbies include golf, chess and world travel. Read more on Examiner.com

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