They make it seem as if they are open and are there to help. I have called multiple times and left messages and have received nothing in return. They still have a website promoting their business but I would not purchase anything from them. I believe they are no longer in business. read more

Look no further people. This is your last pit stop before your new beginning. Matt is a great teacher. He explains it to where you can get a better grasp of understanding the subjects. He does his best to keep you motivated and to keep you focus. There's snacks in the roooooomm!!!!! I love snacks!! Thanks for the snacks ASCEND!!! -ok ok focus....yes they have snacks so if you get sleepy for some reason, get up and get a bag of chips, candy bars, sodas, cup o noodles, a microwave, fruits....ok ok focus!!! So yes!! This review may not even make sense to you, but regardless....this is your place!! You get a nice kind funny teacher who helps students achieve their goals, they provide an awesome schedule for the people who work full time, and you get to have snacks!!! I did and guess what?? I passed the NCLEX!! Boom!!! (Drops the mic...but picks it back up and sets it on a table instead) PS: I can't wait to take my BD/IV cert with Ascend! I can't wait to see those snacks again! :) read more

I took this review program on Jan 23, 2012 - Feb 24, 2012 and passed my NCLEX-PN the following month! If I could give more than 5 stars to Ascend Review Institute, I definitely would! The learning experience I had with Matt was excellent because it really prepared me for the NCLEX-PN. Matt was smart, funny, energetic and amazing instructor all the way through! He did every possible way so that his students will remember the informations. Honestly speaking, I retained more information from my 5 weeks experience with Matt than my 12 months LVN class. He sure knows what he's teaching! What I love about this program is not only how it helped me passed my exam, it's the fact that HE cares and gives you every support he can give. TIPS: Meet him half way!!! If he's doing his best, you also have to give your 100%. GOOD LUCK! read more

(Is there a way I can rate it 10 stars?) If you are looking for a review center for your upcoming NCLEX exam then look no further... As a visual learner, who can't really sit for 5 hours straight reading a review book, Ascend really helped me reach my dream and has turned me into the nurse I am today. I was referred by my cousin who also passed in 2014 and assured me that Ascend was the way to go, and she was right. They offered a free 1 day seminar and I went to see how it goes, and I must say after walking out of that classroom I immediately signed up for the full review course. I mean I memorized the ABG values and how acidosis and alkalosis works in just one free session! Ascend is led by sir Matthew Cruz. Sir Matt is a gifted and talented nurse instructor. He knows how to turn a very difficult multiple choice question upside down, take it apart, and show you the answer or break it down enough to have a 50-50 chance to getting it right (because in NCLEX almost all the choices look correct). The NCLEX is a hard exam but Sir Matt showed us tips and strategies that boosted our confidence on taking on this dreaded exam. He also never forgets to inspire us after each class was done. He made us laugh and his sense of humor kept us alert, motivated and even excited to take the NCLEX. So when the day came when I had to sit down on that exam room, my anxiety was nowhere in sight. I took my time, remembered Sir Matt's teachings and took a deep breath after each question. I viewed the NCLEX as an exciting challenge instead of another obstacle or wall that I have to hit before reaching my goal. On August 29, 2015 I passed with 75 questions and am now a registered nurse, after studying 4 years abroad in the Philippines. The review styles and strategies here in Ascend is invaluable and a must learn for those who want to succeed. Many review centers out there offer large crowd sessions but the beauty of Ascend is that it offers a small classroom size batch per month. This allows the student-teacher interaction to better flourish and give a direct connection with Sir Matt and his students which helps keep track of each individual's progress. Ascend also offers a variety of schedules which considers people who have jobs and have tight schedules. Even after I have passed Sir Matt was still there for me generously offering help if ever i needed it in the future, that's how dedicated he is. He goes above and beyond for his students and that is not something you can just find in any review center. So in summary, yes! Ascend Review Institute is the way to go! I highly recommend this program to anyone who will be taking the NCLEX in the near future. -Kevin Olidan R.N.- Ascend Review Institute Batch February, 2015 read more

Thank you Ascend Review Institute, especially to Mat Cruz. He made Nclex easy to understand and all his teachings and demonstrations helped me a lot in my Nclex RN exam. Ascend Review Institute is not only different but special in so many different ways. Their methods helped me developed my weaknesses, greatly improved my knowledge and critical thinking. Ascend Review Institute is the best investment i ever made and i will recommend this Review Class to any Nursing graduate preparing for the Nclex PN and Nclex RN, this is the BEST REVIEW CENTER EVER!!! Ascend Review Institute/Mat Cruz I pray for Gods guidance and protection for you, that God should continue to give you the strength and voice for this great work. Thank you so much again. Kimberly V. Ramos and Vicente T. Ramos BSN, LVN, RN read more

The first time that I saw a NCLEX question I really thought that passing in the NCLEX would be a tough challenge, since I got my degree outside the U.S a long time ago. At that time I noticed that I needed some review program that would help me recalling many nursing contents and teach me the strategy to answer the NCLEX questions. So, I found the Ascend Review Institute. Their review program is amazing, the material content is organized and well explained. Also, the instructor, Matt, he is the kind of person who knows how to identify your strengths and weaknesses and help you to succeed. I passed the NCLEX RN in my first try with the minimum number of questions. So, if you want to pass the NCLEX, I really recommend that you take the review program offered by the Ascend Review Program. read more

I took this review class with best instructor ever.. Matthew is the best and I highly recommended this classes to whom wana pass NCLEX-RN..live classes were perfect and the content that we got it was enough well be side of that I answerd lots of questions for more practice but that base content really helped me a lot cause it was organized and well summarized ...he is not just an instructor he is like a friend a good adviser ...Also he recommends me facility to find a job...thank you Matthew ...you are definitely a really good caring instructor ...best of luck for you ....I'm really happyyyyyy that I took those classes again thank you foreverything Maryam,RN read more

I just finished attending the ARI review class. I am very satisfied with the review program. I enrolled at ARI to review for my RN NCLEX exam. I chose this review program because they offer long duration of review for one entire month/4 wks review, so after seeing it on fb & reading the review, I made the decision to enroll the program. The instructor was very knowledgeable and not boring. He was always available whenever I have questions. I love the review materials & the practice questions part that they provide, it feels like i am taking the actual NCLEX exam because it has time limit. The instructor made sure that i/we (the whole class) understand the rationale on every question. BTW, I graduated my BSN RN in 1992, and never worked in nursing field for 15 years now. I could honestly say that after attending the ARI review program, it made me feel ready & confident to take the RN NCLEX exam anytime now. Matt, thank you very much for all the keyword & BQ tips. More power to ARI!!! read more

I have been taking a look at a new and different career, and have chosen nursing as a possibility. I have taken nursing classes in school but was nervous about taking the NCLEX exam, mostly because it has been a while since I have taken a standardized type of test. I am a pretty good student always with decent grades, but I just had this fear about the NCLEX. After researching different programs and talking to lots of people, I decided to take the Ascend NCLEX review program. I chose the live class in Santa Clara. WHAT A GREAT DECISION!! I am so glad that I made this choice. The class was comprehensive and focused on all of the areas of nursing that I needed to review for the exam. Maybe most of all, the teacher was great; not ever boring and always energetic with a charismatic teaching style, it was clear that he cares a lot about all of the students. I needed extra help twice during the course and the instructor stayed afterwards to work with me in the subject areas where I was struggling. It is rare to find this kind of dedication. Also, the program directors were always available and it is totally obvious that they care about their students ahead of everything else. None of us in my class felt like this was a business to make money; everyone knew that we had chosen the best program around. If you are serious about passing the NCLEX exam then this is the program for you. You will definitely be glad that you picked Ascend Review Institute instead of one of the bit huge "meat market" kinds of classes. I'm pretty picky and don't write a ton of reviews, but this place deserves five stars all the way. read more

I had to review a lot of the content material because the teacher at my private school didn't teach us much, she even said she doesn't want to be there at school. Anyways, I'm kinda of glad I took it with this place, but kind of not because I had to review on the materials that they provided, but there wasn't enough practice questions to reviews with good explanations. I took my nclex and did not pass the first time, so I asked if I could go to the review sessions in class again, but it was full and so was the next 2 sessions I've asked. But they let me attend the online live once, but that wasn't effective. If it get full for class lectures this fast, you should ask really really early. I took a different review course and passed the second time. Overall, the class lectures were pretty good, but it did not help me pass. I also know my other 2 classmates and one of my friend that did not pass although they took Ascend. Take this program if you need to review materials, but not to help you pass the test. read more

Took my Nclex -RN online review class at Ascend Review Institute late of 2015. And passed my Nclex -RN. I am glad and grateful for making a decision to enroll in Sir Matt's class. Being out of nursing school ,graduated last 2005 is quite difficult,studying was like going back to whole nursing program.But in Ascend ,Sir Matt will help you refresh all of the fundamentals ,theories ,concepts in nursing so easily.Learning the different subjects in nursing was direct ,on point and understood clearly. Never was a dull moment in his class. Thank you Sir Matt for sharing with us your vast knowledge,for patiently teaching us strategies in order to pass NCLEX RN, and assisting us how to overcome fear and anxiety during and before the test.Thank you for continuing to inspire us to be the best in our field.Your awesome!! Definitely recommend this review center for those searching for right program in preparing for NCLEX VP -BSN,RN read more

This review center really helped me pass my RN exam. I used other review center but didn't help me that much. Mr. Cruz's approach is far different from others. He's really hands on as far giving you points. I highly recommend Ascend Review to those who desire to pass their RN. When I took my exam, most of the questions I encountered were discussed in our class. Thanks Sir Matt! -J.Aquino read more

Hi Everyone! i'm a nursing graduate from the philippines. Year 2009. Passed my local board exam. Then, went here in the states to take my NCLEX. At first, I wasn't sure if i wanted to review in ascend, I did not know Matt by that time. But when he started discussing about the subject topics; I can only say one word. "Inspired", I was inspired to study harder and do the best I can to achieve my goal. Ascend is always there to back me up. Never missed anything that is not clear on my mind. Matt was always there to help me when i needed something. Complete lecture, great final coaching, exact/actual practice questions in the test. Basically, the complete kit to help you pass your NCLEX. I stopped at 75 items. I wasn't sure at first what to feel, but then I realized, Ascend Review Institute gave it's best to give me the knowledge i needed to pass my NCLEX. And so I waited. After a few weeks, HORAY! I can finally proclaim that im a USRN. I'ts a wonderful feeling. I owe everything to this review center. I surely will recommend it to anyone. Once you enroll here, expect that you will pass. That's all i need to say. Thank you Matt! thank you Ascend! time to earn the moolahh! haha bye. read more

I have attended Ascend twice, the first time I did not passed but it was due to my fault, I, who did not give myself time to study, the first review was very helpful, Matt reviewed everything I needed to refreshed, made me feel like I was in class again, the first time I took the test, it was 3 days after the review class was over, in which Matt had told us to study at least 1 month after class is over before taking the test ( i had to take it limited bc my ATT was going to expired) . I knew if I studied through then I would of PASSED but i failed, again I was discouraged, so I delayed some more, a year and a half later, I have decided I will try again, Not knowing where to go, I have decided to contact Matt once again. He quickly enrolled me into the next class at ease, and got me back in. I studied everyday and use all the advised I was able to get from the instructors, even though I was the quiet guy in the back who never said a thing, I took everything the instructors were telling us and noted everything. I took Matts advised by breaking down each categories and study it, one thing Matt and the other instructor gave me was " BIG CONFIDENT" and kept "reminding us that WE ARE NURSES, especially for me since I took my NCLEX later long after I graduated nursing school. I needed that reminder and very much. I passed the NCLEX after all. When I got the letter, I cried and cried, the feeling that I only can dreamed of for years actually happened. I know it took me a lot of hard-work and dedication to pass this NCLEX, and I gave myself most of the credit, but I have to THANK the people who helped along the way. Thank you very much Ascend Review. MN LVN read more

I first wrote about this company a year or two ago on here or Google or somewhere, as I was very impressed with the quality of their organization and the affect they have on students, including ones from the college where I work. Recently I referred an additional student to this review center and he was as thrilled as the earlier ones that I referred to this nursing review center, but I am especially grateful this time around. Finding myself in the Stanford emergency room a few months ago with my first ever horribly painful kidney stone I met a young nursing aid that said he was studying to become a full-fledged nurse and was about to take the board exam to get a license to be an actual nurse. Showing me "above and beyond" compassion while I was writhing in pain the best way that I could return the favor was to tell him about this place, as he said he was nervous about his upcoming test. In addition to really liking this kid and knowing that he would make an excellent nurse someday, I empathized with his situation since I could relate to "nerves" about taking standardized tests. Anyway, if ever there was a group of people I wanted to help it was this crew at Stanford that helped me in my emergency situation, ranging from the doctors to the nurses to the nursing students. So doing my small part I helped direct this compassionate kid to this review program, not expecting to hear another word about it, UNTIL I received the most WONDERFUL thank you email from this lad who, I am proud to say, is now a licensed nurse working, you guessed it, at Stanford :) He sang the praises of Ascend Review Institute and its professors and program and couldn't stop thanking me for sending him there, even though he's the one that did all of the hard work. For me, this was just a classic "pay it forward" scenario and I am just glad that it worked out as it did. He is about the tenth person I referred there and the first in the past few months, and it is pretty clear that these people continue to be awesome at what it is that they do. I work at a prestigious local university and so I appreciate high quality educational programs and especially those that go the extra mile. These people obviously do. read more

I went to Ascend for NCLEX PN review. I was so glad I went! in school we did NCLEX review but it wasnt information that i remembered. I feel like going to the review I learned a lot more in those six weeks then I did at school for review wise. Matt is awesome he was funny, caring, and wanted us to pass the test. one of the best teachers ive had. He would have us remember things in ways that you won't forget. I looked at all the information I was able to get from that class and it helped so much for my studying because it broke down the main diseases and systems so it was easier to understand. im so glad that i took the review totally worth it and now im an LVN. Thank you Ascend! read more

I highly recommend to have comprehensive review in Ascend Review Institute because they really did a good job for summary the whole concept in NCLEX RN & PN examination in the easiest way as possible. If you will attend in their comprehensive review they will give a Binder for each students that have a compilation of the concept that will be easy to remember. Because of that it made me more easy why have to choose this option in answering a practice questions. For me what works in passing the NCLEX PN especially i need to work full time i did first to have saunders practice exams everyday after i finished it. That's the time i decided to have comprehensive for 1 month to them. And did their practice exam online. While waiting for my ATT for 3 months, i just read all over again the compilations notes they give to me and did some practice exams. In passing NCLEX you just have to believe in yourself and used all the resources you have. Their summary compilation helps me to understand the whole concept by comparing each diseases to other diseases. read more