Apr 29, 2021 | Blog, Tutoring
The test-prep industry in the US, of which I am a part, has grown into a multi-billion dollar industry. Many families may find themselves wondering if the time and energy spent preparing for college admissions tests such as the SAT and ACT is justified. That’s a valid...Apr 19, 2021 | Business Operations
This post is member-only content. Enjoy it by logging in. if you're not an NTPA member yet, this is the perfect excuse to...Apr 16, 2021 | Blog, Community
It has come to our attention that you, Dear Reader, want to learn more about test preparation and higher education, and the NTPA is excited to suggest some of our test prep experts’ blog posts. Read what they have to say, get involved in the comments, and get...Apr 8, 2021 | Blog, Community
Tutoring can be a lucrative business. In the right place, an experienced SAT/ACT tutor can earn $200, $300, even $500+ an hour. And tutors, like all professionals, deserve to be paid increasing wages as they gain more experience. But as one’s rate rises past a certain...Mar 29, 2021 | Admissions, Higher Education
As this month draws to a close and vaccine availability brings us closer to normal, here are some of the stories that have captured tutors’ attention this month: Using Market Research to Shape the Assessment Landscape: What We Know About COVID-19’s Effect...Mar 18, 2021 | Blog, Tutoring
In a typical first session with a high school junior studying for the SAT we discuss math. At some point we touch on linear equations, and most students remember the topic from class. They can tell me the equation of a line – in one form – and say...Mar 16, 2021 | Blog, Community
This month’s sage strategies regard fueling up on test day. These are the best tips from NTPA experts in the field. What information stands out to you? Do any guarantee success—or failure? We welcome your comments below! Laura Link of Link Private Tutoring: On test...