My kids love it here! They come year round for summer and afterschool programs and the teachers are…read moreamazing.

The teachers are caring, patient, and professional. My child has not only improved academically but…read morealso become more confident and motivated. We're very happy with our experience!

I took AP Bio as a course here through Elite school because my main high school has strict AP…read moreregulation. The course I took at Elite was amazing. I had a mentor/teacher who tutored me, another teacher who graded my assignments and guied my online course, along with a Associate Director Julie Chae to help everything go smoothly. HIGH SCHOOLERS, from a junior's perspective, elite open school is better than taking ap courses at your own school. Small group sessions and great focused mentorship really makes this place stand out. - hannah y

I was one of those kids at Elite who were lazy and unmotivated. Parents forced me to come. I was…read moreoften the class clown and a punk towards the staffers/proctors at the front desk. The only benefits I saw, at the time, were 'shortcuts' to answering questions on the SAT and the one on one college counseling / essay writing with Julian Chou. Everything else felt like a waste of my time. I came to summer boot camps to make friends, some of whom I still keep in touch with. Looking back, all of that went a long way. Sure, some might argue it's not worth the money but it really depends on how the student takes advantage of all the resources. I certainly didn't take advantage of all of them but all the instructors are specialized in specific subjects and are quite knowledgeable. Some of these instructors already have full time jobs yet they take their time during or outside of Elite classes to help students. If you can study independently, props to you but most high school students can't. I couldn't. And in this way, Elite was very helpful, using both former and original test questions to evaluate how you'd score on a real test. I enjoyed all my teachers (few whom I still keep in touch with) and the staff, yes they were mean. They were too direct and condescending. However in retrospect, considering how annoying I must've been, imagine that multiplied with hundreds more. Elite wants their students to take practice tests as if it's the real setting. You can't talk, text, or cheat and you shouldn't fall asleep. I attended Elite about 10 years ago. I wasn't close to a 2400 nor did I get into an Ivy League. But considering what I've achieved since then, I can't thank them enough for prepping me for that very first step to 'adulthood': college.

I feel very grateful and appreciative for my parents who were willing to sign me up for HS2's…read morecounseling program. I know for sure that if I had not joined 3 years ago, my full potential would not have been properly written out in my essays. The extra materials I asked for proved helpful for my SAT prep, AP test scores, and even my usual school assignments. My HS2 counselor was extremely supportive and a great guide. When I was at my lowest during quarantine, she didn't make me feel worse for my bad performance. She supported me throughout the experience, and I was able to recover my grades and mental health. All of my questions were answered, and many helpful suggestions were provided. She helped me explore my options, as well as what would be the best fit for me! Many opportunities were opened up to me--some were provided by HS2 directly (such as college courses over the summer, or community service programs) while others were suggested. I would have never thought of asking my neighbors who owned a beauty clinic to ask for a summer internship, or to start my own custom-painted bookmark non-profit. These were all valuable learning experiences for me, and provided the content I needed to paint my personality through my essays. Manager Helen graciously offered to help edit my financial aid appeal to my dream school, which I was accepted into. Without the appeal, I would not have had a chance to even think of attending it due to the financial barrier. Overall, I'm very thankful to have gotten this chance to have HS2's support throughout my high school career, and I look forward to attending my dream college :)

Don't go there. It's a waste of money. They don't really increase your chance of getting into the…read moreelite schools.

I GOT INTO STANFORD!! Thank you to my counselor, Ms Elissa for all of your support and assistance…read morewith college planning at the college applications. I never thought that I could actually get into Stanford, but Ms Elissa told me that with the right planning and effort, it could be possible. Well, it was a stressful few years packed with tons of extracurriculars and competitive classes, but I finally made it!!! Stanford class of 2027!! GET YOUR COLLEGE PLANNING DONE HERE!

Great counselors that help you get into top schools. Recommend this place for college planning or…read morecollege application help.

Premier provides great after school and tutoring sessions…read more My son is in 6th grade and Premier has structured Math and English group lessons, as well as private lessons. The teachers are supportive and knowledgeable in the subject matter. My son is able to complete his homework and learn in a positive environment.

My son has been with Premier since Elementary( for 9 years already).I really appreciate that…read morePremier has always been supportive to my son academically. Everyone in premier is so professional and helpful, especially Kevin and Mr. Greenspan. Premier is definitely an asset for the Walnut community. I highly recommended.

We are extremely grateful for the support this college counseling company provided our family…read morethroughout my daughter's high school. The process of preparing for college applications was overwhelming, but the guidance we received made all the difference. Felicia, who worked directly with my daughter, was outstanding, supportive, knowledgeable, and always encouraging. She helped keep everything organized and made sure my daughter felt confident every step of the way. She was always there for my daughter when she needed her. Justin, the owner, has clearly built a wonderful program that truly supports students and families. We're thrilled that my daughter was accepted into the university she had been hoping for, and we're very thankful for their role in helping make that happen. Very Highly recommend.

My student sat for practice tests in AP Chem and AP Calc AB with Premier Prep. Justin was friendly,…read morehelpful, and very responsive.

I've been with ACI since a very young age and I cannot recommend this place enough to students who…read morewant to succeed in their academic career. ACI offers services spanning every aspect of student life, from personalized college counseling to tutoring for individual subjects and courses for standardized exams. The staff at this location is always incredibly kind and Ms. Kimberly is a gem, truly a wealth of knowledge.

I can't say enough good things about Ms. Kimberly and Mr. Hayashi! They were both essential in…read morehelping me with my college essays. Ms. Kimberly guided me through every step of the process, offering valuable feedback while encouraging me to put in the effort. Her guidance made all the difference, and Mr. Hayashi provided insightful suggestions that really helped my essays shine. Not only are they both incredibly skilled, but they're also genuinely nice people who care about your success. They are always willing to help as long as you're committed to putting in the work. The entire staff is amazing, and I've made so many close friends during my time here. It's not just about the work--they create an environment where you feel supported and part of a community. If you're looking for help with college essays or just a positive, encouraging space, this is the place to be!