Vince Kotchian Test Prep
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Expert SAT, ACT, GRE, and GMAT tutoring both in person and online.
The SAT, ACT, and GRE are high-stakes exams. Whether or not you're a fan of standardized tests, you're probably here because you have to deal with one of them. Good news - we're test prep specialists, and everything we do is designed to help you raise your scores. Not only will higher scores give you a leg up on your competition (who might think "test-optional" means "I don't have to take the test"), but they can also help you get scholarships.
We're probably the most expensive test prep tutors in San Diego. Why? In stark contrast to our competitors - who employ a rotating cast of 23-year-olds - our tutors have an average of 10 years of experience. We pay them really well because we only hire tutors who are already extremely good at what they do. In addition to tutoring, we also teach small group SAT classes and GRE classes.
We've also got a ton of free resources on our blog for all you do-it-yourselfers out there.
BTW, we also offer prep for the GMAT, ISEE, SSAT, and HSPT tests, and graduate school personal statement / statement of purpose advising.
Overview
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5 employees
18 years in business
Business hours
Sun9:00 am - 6:00 pmMon9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Credit card and PayPal.
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Test type
PSAT
SAT1
SAT2
ACT
Student grade level
9th grade
10th grade
11th grade
12th grade
Test sections
Reading
Writing
Math
Other subjects
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Reviews
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Sivaraman G.
Aug 25, 2021
From Google
I wanted to write this post and thank Blake for the EXTRAORDINARY work he did with my daughter in training her, encouraging her, and giving her the tools to get a near perfect score on the ACT.I am an educator myself, training medical students, residents, and fellows to be the next generation of healthcare leaders. I will be taking a page from Blakes book on how to be a better educator and mentor to my medical students on the medical ward.If you are a parent deciding on which test prep is the BEST for your child , there is no question, Vince Kotchian Test Prep is worth every penny.I have barely time to write reviews with my busy schedule, but this is a review I am blessed to write. Thank you Blake for making a difference. Let me know when I should start signing up my 10 y/o to start taking classes with you, LOLSincerely,S. Gounder MD
Vince Kotchian Test Prep's reply
Blake: Thanks, Dr. Gounder - working with your daughter was very rewarding. She truly dedicated herself to becoming a master of the ACT and it showed. I'm very happy for her.
Deborah H.
Aug 8, 2019
From Google
Highly recommended as my daughter had a six point improvement on her ACT score following the tutoring service. Blake, her tutor, was very approachable, understanding, and helped her grow in areas specific to her needs. After the service had come to an end, he still made himself available and was eager to hear how the kids did. Fabulous test prep service!
Vince Kotchian Test Prep's reply
Deborah - thanks for sharing your feedback about working with Blake. That’s a great improvement, and I hope it helped your daughter have more options for college!
Carolyn W.
Oct 7, 2019
From Google
My son had private ACT tutoring with Blake over the summer, to prepare for the Sept ACT. To summarize, after a lot of hard work, my son's score improved from a 27 to a 32. Blake taught my son the strategies he needed to improve his scores and also helped my son develop his confidence in this type of test-taking. My son found Blake to be a fun, intelligent and engaging tutor.
Vince Kotchian Test Prep's reply
Thanks Carolyn - both for the great news that your son improved and for your feedback about Blake.
Emerson S.
Jul 25, 2019
From Google
Blake is better than any test prep guy out there. I used to struggle a lot with the speed. When we started taking practice tests I wouldnt finish any of the sections in time. At the end, Blake taught me multiple ways to increase my speed which helped me a lot. By the time I took my second SAT I finished it completely and had no problems with lack of speed
Vince Kotchian Test Prep's reply
Thanks Emerson - you worked really hard in class, and I appreciated your contributions when other students had questions.
Rhoda S.
Mar 9, 2020
From Google
By the grace of God we found Blake Jensen! He has helped our daughter since her Sophomore year. Starting with pre-calculus and chemistry tutoring, then helping her formulate a summer study plan for the PSAT, Blake has been a huge key to her success. She qualified for National Merit on the PSAT!Most recently, Blake helped her get a 33 on the ACT the first time she took it! Her confidence is soaring and we could not be more proud!He has also been instrumental in instructing her through AP Calculus AB. Shes taking it online and meeting with Blake weekly to work through any unclear sections. Blake is more than just a tutor, he has a very calming demeanor and he has been instrumental in helping us with college exam date planning in addition to strategies and mental conditioning for exams. We are confidently counting on him to help her through five AP exams in May! We are so excited for her bright future.Blake, thank you for everything you have done for Audrey!
Vince Kotchian Test Prep's reply
Blake: Thanks Rhoda! It has been a pleasure working with your daughter, and the contribution of parents who care cannot be overestimated. She has worked hard to get here, but it has been a team effort!
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