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Our team of 300+ professional test prep tutors, academic tutors, and college counselors has worked with over 50K students in the past 20 years. We're here to help support students and their families.

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Learn more about AJ Tutoring's academic tutoring centers. From kindergarten to college we’ve got you covered. We specialize in private tutoring programs (test prep and academic tutoring), college counseling services and offer for-credit high school classes. WE’RE LOCAL! Are you tired of working with online tutors? Work with a tutor face-to-face who knows the curriculum and pressures of your school.

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Contact AJ Tutoring to schedule a free consultation and learn more about our private test prep tutoring, academic tutoring, and college admissions counseling services. With over 20 years of experience, 300+ professional tutors, and having worked with more than 50,000 students, we're uniquely positioned to help you succeed.

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From academic tutoring to SAT and ACT prep, we've got you covered! Our test prep, tutoring, and college counseling programs get results and are customized to every learner.

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Card link for — Private Test Preparation Tutoring We are the Bay Area’s test prep tutoring leader. With 20+ years of experience tutoring the PSAT, SAT, ACT, and AP exams, we know how to get results! With the help of our AP, SAT and ACT tutor sessions, most students see their test score improve over 150 points on the SAT and 4 points on the ACT, as well as 1-2 point improvements on AP test scores. Our 1-on-1 private tutoring and small group SAT, ACT, PSAT, and AP exam prep is efficient, effective, and customized to your student’s needs. Explore our ACT test prep and AP test prep programs.
Private Test Preparation Tutoring

We are the Bay Area’s test prep tutoring leader. With 20+ years of experience tutoring the PSAT, SAT, ACT, and AP exams, we know how to get results! With the help of our AP, SAT and ACT tutor sessions, most students see their test score improve over 150 points on the SAT and 4 points on the ACT, as well as 1-2 point improvements on AP test scores. Our 1-on-1 private tutoring and small group SAT, ACT, PSAT, and AP exam prep is efficient, effective, and customized to your student’s needs. Explore our ACT test prep and AP test prep programs.

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Card link for — Academic Tutoring Services Our 1-on-1 academic tutoring services go beyond homework help. Our private tutors inspire and engage students, improving grades and study skills in the process. Most students improve at least one letter grade after using our academic tutoring services. It’s not just grades that go up – AJ Tutoring students also gain confidence and a sense of accomplishment. From kindergarten to college, through math, science, and English private tutors, we are ready to support your student!
Academic Tutoring Services

Our 1-on-1 academic tutoring services go beyond homework help. Our private tutors inspire and engage students, improving grades and study skills in the process. Most students improve at least one letter grade after using our academic tutoring services. It’s not just grades that go up – AJ Tutoring students also gain confidence and a sense of accomplishment. From kindergarten to college, through math, science, and English private tutors, we are ready to support your student!

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Card link for — College Admissions Counseling AJ Tutoring’s college admissions experts are here to help you navigate the college admissions process. From a 9th grader deciding which courses to take and activities to participate in, or an 11th grader embarking on the college application process, our college counselors will work with your student to maximize their potential. From course selection to college essay guidance, our comprehensive counseling services are designed to help you stand out.
College Admissions Counseling

AJ Tutoring’s college admissions experts are here to help you navigate the college admissions process. From a 9th grader deciding which courses to take and activities to participate in, or an 11th grader embarking on the college application process, our college counselors will work with your student to maximize their potential. From course selection to college essay guidance, our comprehensive counseling services are designed to help you stand out.

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Card link for — For-Credit High School Classes Our WASC-accredited and A-G approved high school classes are ideal for students who want to get ahead, jump a lane, take a course that’s not offered at their high school, have non-traditional schedules, or need high school credit recovery. Flexible scheduling and personalized instruction help students achieve their academic goals. Whether you’re looking to accelerate learning or make up for lost time, our for-credit classes are your perfect solution.
For-Credit High School Classes

Our WASC-accredited and A-G approved high school classes are ideal for students who want to get ahead, jump a lane, take a course that’s not offered at their high school, have non-traditional schedules, or need high school credit recovery. Flexible scheduling and personalized instruction help students achieve their academic goals. Whether you’re looking to accelerate learning or make up for lost time, our for-credit classes are your perfect solution.

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Who are AJ Tutoring's private tutors for academic and test prep?

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Jake Beech

Southbay Regional Director, Test Prep & Academic Tutor

Jake Beech
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Merylynn Valencia

San Mateo Office Director, Academic & Test Prep Tutor

Merylynn Valencia
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Karen Warwick

Director of College Counseling

Karen Warwick
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Caleb Liu

Palo Alto Office Director, Test Prep & Academic Tutor

Caleb Liu
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De Leys (Hamm) Ponmani

Team Leader & Academic Tutor

De Leys Ponmani
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Christian Zuniega

Team Leader, Test Prep & Academic Tutor

Christian Zuniega
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Janet Nelson

Team Leader, Test Prep & Academic Tutor

Janet Nelson
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Dipti Dedhia

Los Altos Office Director, Test Prep & Academic Tutor

Dipti Dedhia
Card link for — Burlingame Office Director, Test Prep & Academic Tutor
Matthias Fisseha

Burlingame Office Director, Test Prep & Academic Tutor

Matthias Fisseha
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Maeve Silman

K-8 & Biology Academic Tutor

Maeve Silman
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Chris Dunlap

Menlo Park Director, Chemistry Department Head, Academic & Test Prep Tutor

Chris Dunlap
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"AJ Tutoring has proved themselves time and time again with their professionalism and amazing tutors. I highly recommend AJ Tutoring!" Arianna, 12th Grade, Menlo School
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How do I know if AJ Tutoring is the right fit for my student?

AJ Tutoring works with students from kindergarten through college across academic subjects, test prep, and college admissions counseling. Every family starts with a free consultation with a Client Services Director, who reviews the student’s goals, current coursework, and schedule, then recommends a tutor and program built around that student.

Does AJ Tutoring offer both online and in-person tutoring?

Yes. AJ Tutoring offers in-person tutoring at 16+ Bay Area centers, in-home sessions throughout the Bay Area, and fully online tutoring for students anywhere, using video, screen share, and virtual whiteboard tools. Families can choose the format that fits their schedule or combine formats as needs change.

What are AJ Tutoring’s tutors’ qualifications?

AJ Tutoring’s team includes 300+ professional tutors who are full-time subject-matter specialists in academics, test prep, or college admissions counseling, not generalists. Tutors know the curricula and pressures of Bay Area schools, and each student is matched with a tutor based on subject expertise and teaching style.

How much does tutoring with AJ Tutoring cost?

Pricing is built around the specific plan created for each student, since session frequency, subject, format, and whether the program includes for-credit coursework all affect cost. A Client Services Director provides exact program pricing after a free consultation with the family. See how AJ Tutoring compares to other tutoring options to understand what’s included at each level.

How does AJ Tutoring match students with a tutor?

After a free consultation, a Client Services Director reviews the student’s goals, subjects, and schedule, then matches the student with a tutor whose subject expertise and teaching style fit. The tutor builds a personalized plan with the family, then refines it as the student progresses.

When should a student start tutoring or test prep with AJ Tutoring?

Timing depends on the goal. For test prep, starting several months ahead of SAT, ACT, or AP exam dates gives students the most room to improve. For academic tutoring, starting as soon as a student falls behind or wants to get ahead prevents small gaps from compounding. AJ Tutoring can recommend a start date based on the student’s current courses and target test dates during a free consultation.

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Card link for — Interested in a Customized Approach? Are you or your student struggling with the lack of individualized support they get in school? Are they a competitive athlete with a rigorous schedule? AJ Tutoring and Cypress College Prep are here to help! With WASC accreditation, our for-credit courses are a great option for students needing more flexibility. Cypress College Prep serves students in 6-12th grade and offers a more individualized approach to learning.
Interested in a Customized Approach?

Are you or your student struggling with the lack of individualized support they get in school? Are they a competitive athlete with a rigorous schedule? AJ Tutoring and Cypress College Prep are here to help! With WASC accreditation, our for-credit courses are a great option for students needing more flexibility. Cypress College Prep serves students in 6-12th grade and offers a more individualized approach to learning.

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Card link for — Looking for SAT / ACT Support? Now is the time to get started on SAT & ACT prep. Learn more about our personalized SAT & ACT tutoring and how we can create a plan tailored to your student. We offer in-person and online test prep tutoring for high school and college placement exams. Our test prep tutors provide customized exam preparation plans, expert guidance, and official practice tests to help students succeed
Looking for SAT / ACT Support?

Now is the time to get started on SAT & ACT prep. Learn more about our personalized SAT & ACT tutoring and how we can create a plan tailored to your student.

We offer in-person and online test prep tutoring for high school and college placement exams. Our test prep tutors provide customized exam preparation plans, expert guidance, and official practice tests to help students succeed

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College Application Season is Here!

At AJ Tutoring, our college counseling team helps families build student-centered plans rooted in clarity, strategy, and fit. We help students understand their options, prepare thoughtfully, and move through the process with confidence.

Schedule a free consultation with our college counseling team to learn more.

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We are the Bay Area’s SAT and ACT leader in academic tutoring. Whether you’re seeking ACT or SAT private tutors, small group SAT, ACT, PSAT, or AP test tutoring, our courses are designed to be efficient, effective, and customized for each student.

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