DeweySmart: Ivy League Tutors & College Counselors
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Dewey Smart | Ivy League Tutors & College Counselors
The tutors who just crushed the same tests your student is taking.
Dewey Smart pairs Grade 6–12 students with near-peer mentors from Harvard, Yale, Stanford, MIT, and Columbia who recently aced the exact courses and tests your student faces.
Why Parents Choose Us:
Unlike traditional tutors, our mentors know what works right now—not what worked 15 years ago. They understand the Digital SAT algorithm, current AP rubrics, and what admissions officers actually want to see in 2026.
Our Results:
• 98% college acceptance rate to target schools
• Average SAT improvement: +150 points
• Average ACT improvement: +4 points
• Average AP score: 4.9/5
What We Offer:
Academic Tutoring – Deep mastery in AP/IB subjects (Calculus, Physics, Chemistry, CS, and more). We don’t just patch gaps—we build real understanding.
Test Prep – Digital SAT, ACT, AP, and SSAT preparation using adaptive algorithm strategies and current scoring rubrics.
College Counseling – Our “Acceptance Architecture” framework helps students discover their unique spike, build data-driven school lists, and craft standout essays.
Who We Help:
Both students who need to catch up AND high-achievers seeking a competitive edge (60% of our students are already top performers).
Ready to start? Book a free consultation to find the perfect mentor match for your student.
Overview
Hired 1270 times
Serves New York, NY
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54 employees
8 years in business
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Customers rated this pro highly for responsiveness, work quality, and professionalism.
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Amy A.
May 29, 2026
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They are very responsive. We had the opportunity to meet more than 1 cos CB to find the best fit for my son. We are just getting started but I’m optimistic that our counselor will help my son prepare his applications over the summer.
Details: Writing essays • Completing applications • High school Junior • Cadence recommended by professional • Remotely (phone or internet)
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Anita A.
Mar 18, 2026
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We are very pleased with the services we received from Emerson and Katelyn! They are both very professional, kind, caring and easy to work with! Katelyn does a great job explaining concepts to our son, making sure he fully understands the concepts and also helps him prepare for upcoming tests and quizzes! My son struggled the 1st half of the school in honors biology and did not really like the class. Since January 2026 he has been doing really well, today he got an A on his quiz! We are thankful to Emerson and Katelyn and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a tutor,
Details: High school • Biology • Phone or internet (no in-person meeting) • The science tutor travels to me
DeweySmart: Ivy League Tutors & College Counselors's reply
Hi Anita - Thanks again for such great feedback! We've been thrilled to help your son K. improve his Honors Biology and get an A on his quiz. We can see that you've even added more lessons with Katelyn, and it's so great they will continue working together. Excited! 🏆
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Donald L.
Apr 21, 2026
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Dewey Smart has been a fantastic partner in our child’s academic journey. We began with AP course tutoring with Yasmin and added collegecounseling with Joleen. Both have been exceptional—their academic expertise, professionalism, and genuine dedication truly stand out.
They have made a meaningful impact, helping our child improve grades while confidently navigating the many challenges of the 11th-grade college preparation process. Their guidance has been both effective and reassuring during an important time.
We’re incredibly grateful to have found Dewey Smart through Thumbtack and highly recommend their services to any family seeking strong academic and collegecounseling support.
Details: High school • Calculus • 14 - 17 years old • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc. • Remotely (phone or internet)
DeweySmart: Ivy League Tutors & College Counselors's reply
Hi Donald - Thank you so much for your thoughtful review. We truly appreciate it! 🙌
We're thrilled to hear that your Dewey Smart experience in AP Tutoring & College Counseling has made a meaningful impact during such an important stage of the 11th Grade admissions process. Yasmin & Joleen are exceptional mentors, and it's great to know their support helped improve grades while building confidence and clarity around college preparation, course rigor, and application strategies.
Everything we do is personalized to help students navigate their unique journeys. Thanks again for trusting our team, and we're excited for what the future holds! 🚀
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Shilpa K.
Nov 9, 2025
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Dewey tutors have been helping my child with tutoring and test prep as of right now and we have seen grade improvements in just a few weeks. The tutor, Yasmin, is very knowledgeable, sweet and punctual. She knows what she is going and our daughter loves her.
Details: High school • Physics • The science tutor travels to me • Phone or internet (no in-person meeting)
DeweySmart: Ivy League Tutors & College Counselors's reply
Thank you so much for sharing this! We’re thrilled to hear your daughter is feeling more confident and already seeing progress — that’s exactly what we hope for. 😊 Yasmin will be so happy to hear your kind words. We’re grateful to be part of her learning journey and are here for anything she needs along the way! 💛📚
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Ray C.
Mar 4, 2026
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We have been using DeweySmart's service for a few months to help my high school senior kid with his AP Physics class. It seems to be helping him quite a bit because we noticed his grade has gone up. Our son's tutor has been very thorough when explaining things and has been pretty flexible when scheduling tutoring sessions. We're pretty satisfied with the service so far and we'll continue to use the service.
Details: High school • Physics • Phone or internet (no in-person meeting) • The science tutor travels to me
DeweySmart: Ivy League Tutors & College Counselors's reply
Thanks for those 5 Stars, Ray! We’re really glad to hear that your son has been making progress in AP Physics tutoring and that his grade improvement is starting to show. ⚛️ It’s great that the sessions have been helpful and that the scheduling flexibility has worked well for your family. Senior Year can get busy! We appreciate you trusting the Dewey Smart team to support him and look forward to helping him finish the year strong. 🚀
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FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
We offer flat hourly rates and a variety of Academic Tutoring, Test Prep, and College Counseling Packages that fit every budget!
We also provide referral discounts. So, just give us a call, and we can talk more!
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
When beginning with new students, we also want to learn as much as possible, and this starts with a FREE 30 Minute Consultation Call. This is especially important when designing a personal College Counseling plan to maximize your potential!
For Academic Tutoring and Test Prep, we offer Diagnostic Tests and a wealth of resources to ensure the identification of strengths and weaknesses and improve scores.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Our Leadership Team has a combined 56+ years of experience in Tutoring and Test Prep & College Counseling, with students accepted into the Ivy League, Oxbridge, Stanford, MIT, Cal-Tech, and other Top 50 Universities.
