The GMAT scoring algorithm can be very confusing, and it led me to have a ton of inefficiencies in…read moremy time management. Of course, I wasn't aware of any of this through the class I took, but Erfun both explained it to me and taught me strategies and guessing tactics that dramatically changed how I thought about the exam. Overall, I can't recommend Erfun's services enough. If you're struggling in your GMAT prep, you should 100% give him a shot. You won't regret it.

Didn't think much of hiring a private tutor for my GMAT prep until a friend recommended Erfun to…read moreme. I had previously used multiple teaching books and online courses and really was getting nowhere at all. My score barely moved and I felt so stressed from the over-preparation. I felt like i was doing homework for hours after a full day of work and never accomplished anything. Then I contacted Erfun. After the very first session I felt tremendously relieved. I knew I could trust his methods and didn't have any reservations about putting in the work. I don't know what it is about his calm demeanor and his clear understanding of the ins and outs of the exam. I just felt at ease. But not complacent. He pushed me to study where my weaknesses were and challenged me beyond my current level at every tutoring session. Fast forward 3 months. I finally took the real thing and my score jumped from 570 to 740! I couldn't believe the progress I made, and I have Erfun to thank for it. If you are struggling, put in a phone call to Erfun. See if his methods and style will work for you. It's the best call I made for my future. I HIGHLY recommend him.

Before working with Erfun, tried a Manhattan Prep course and worked with another tutor, but my…read morescore didn't really budge. I knew I could do it, but that I'd need the best of the best, which is why I chose Erfun. Erfun doesn't just teach the content. He teaches you how to reason effectively through the different question-types. He understands exactly what the test-makers are measuring and structures his lessons and homework to make sure you understand how to think properly through the questions and how to practice what you learned in the right way. His system for tracking results is intuitive, and he was always able to customize the sessions to make sure we hit my "sweet spot" -- I never felt like what I was learning was too easy, and I also never felt like it was over my head. Erfun was truly in sync with my learning style and needs, and I truly believe it was this level of customization that made the difference in my score. I should also mention that I live in Houston, so we did online tutoring. It was seamless and actually made the tutoring sessions even more effective, since I was able to record all the sessions and didn't have to commute. After three months of working with Erfun, I scored 327 on my GRE and will be attending HBS. I genuinely don't believe I would've been able to accomplish this without his help. Thank you, Erfun!

GRE Compass is the best of the best. Erfun's tutoring is efficient and perfectly tailored to your…read moreneeds. I came to him feeling hopeless about the Quant, especially because I'd already taken a class. But he was able to dissect my weaknesses and develop a targeted plan that boosted my score into the 160s. I really appreciated his attention to detail, his emphasis on reasoning skills (this exam is about thinking, not math!), and the vast trove of study materials he has available. He's on the pricier end, but he's well worth it!

I am taking a Level 1 Group class. My instructor, Brian is engaging, informative, and approachable…read more I love the fact that we aren't allowed to use our voice in class, a PowerPoint and white board is used to break down rules and words, and notes are given in order to practice what was learned in class. Whether you are a complete novice or not, everyone has something to gain from this center. This class is so much fun and I highly recommend it.

It seems almost impossible that there is only one place in NYC (other than LaGuardia, but that's a…read morecollege so that's a different story) that teaches ASL - American Sign Language. I was looking for one on Yelp and there was only 1 review at the time for this place. But then I remembered a conversation with a dear friend years ago when I expressed interest, and it just so happened that he took classes here before and highly recommended it. If you: 1) want to learn something different 2) want to learn how to sign so you can talk about people in front of them without actually talking 3) want to learn about "deaf culture" (all I can say is WOW! It is totally a completely different culture) 4) want to learn ASL but aren't looking to earn credits 5) want to be a better person Then this is for you. Once a week (2.5 hour classes with a 15-min break in between) for 6 weeks per level. If you can't make a class on a certain day, you can ask to make up a class on a different day. *Unless they cancel the class, which actually happened to me... so I lost a class and couldn't get a refund. As for the classes -- they are fun! We make up skits to learn how to sign without speaking and play lots of games. We go around to answer questions and end up getting to know each other. We laugh through the entire class... it's pretty much the most fun you can have in a classroom setting. I can only hope to advance to conversational level one day and be able to communicate fluently and beautifully like everyone here! It truly is a beautiful language. All the teachers are friendly and funny. I almost didn't want to write this review because I wanted to keep this place all to myself!!

I was looking for a good professional tutor to learn and improve my russian language for…read moreprofessional purpouse and I found Private Tutoring Minds and their very skilled teachers. The tutor they assigned me had been very professional, clever and kind! I really reccomend to learn Russian with privatetutoringminds' support 'cause I've been very satisfied by their services and organization! They provide, for sure, a very high level tutoring program with a lot of services! Thanks a lot, Private Tutoring Minds! Now I rock in Russian language in my job!

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I cannot say enough good things about Nataliya, as a person and as an educator. Her work with my…read moreson was outstanding, helping him prep for the ACT. He did very, very well on the exam, and I give much of the credit to Nataliya (the rest of credit goes to my son, who worked very hard!). Going into this, we had reason for deep concern about his prospects. Well, we got the scores yesterday and they are outstanding. Thank you, Nataliya! On a personal level, Nataliya worked wonderfully with him. She is incredibly patient, and seems to have great instincts for how to work with different children. She worked with my daughter as well, just not as much, and clearly tailored her presentation to the nature of the child she was working with. (It bears mentioning that my son has some learning issues, which she clearly grasped and adapted to very effectively.) From a practical perspective, the virtual tutoring worked exceptionally well for my son. His generation is often more inclined to interact with others online than in person, and that is especially true for him. The flexibility afforded by the remote sessions was terrific - weekends in particular - making it much easier for him to keep up with, and follow through on, the lessons. I would enthusiastically recommend Nataliya to any student searching for help with the challenges of navigating today's high school workload!

Nataliya has helped my daughter to prepare SAT English. She is very knowledgeable to the subject…read more She is also a very caring teacher and built a great bond with my daughter. My daughter got a flying score on the SAT, and we could not be more happy with her service.

I highly recommend using this service to attain your goals when it comes to testing. I was…read moreextremely overwhelmed and nervous for my MCAT exam and through the techniques, patience, and persistence used by the tutors here I can now say that I feel confident and ready for my MCAT exam. This is a very personalized tutoring service which is rare to find. I suggest coming here if you need help with any standardized tests.

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This review is long overdue. Last year my cousin had been in…read moredesperate need of a New York SAT tutor for her son. She had gone through a few tutors within the city however her son's practice scores were still hovering around the same average score. Since I am closer in age to her son, and well versed with many different testing centers- considering I've taken the SAT, ACT and the DAT (for dental school) as well as NBDE I,II (both for dental)- she asked me to help her find one that could help her son's learning style out. After some research and conversations with her son, I realized he needed more one on one tutoring rather than the online and classroom modules other companies utilize. With some good google searching I found tutor me NY and they were really personable and straight forward. The personal one on one touch was what my cousin's son needed and his scores greatly improved. Tutoring can be a tricky thing to find the right fit since its not a "one size fits all" type of service. My cousin was really happy with the results and I was really happy that they were easy to find, contact and get set up with. Would definitely recommend for SAT prep!

I am so happy I came across Tutor Me NY! My niece was struggling with the Math and Science portions…read moreof the ACT/SAT and her younger sibling needed a tutor for reading comprehension we have been testing out different services and tutors for quite some time. Luckily for us, money was not a main factor in deciding the best tutor, however, we were more concerned with finding one that was really experienced. We hired multiple companies that were supposedly "highly rated" and charged an arm and a leg but found the the tutor did not fit what we were looking for. Low and behold, a friend recommended Tutor Me NY and after seeing there great reviews online, I immediately decided to give them a call. Tutor Me Ny was fantastic from the get go. From explaining things, to not pressuring me, and even making sure that the tutor was to our standards - the whole experience was perfect. The tutor we were matched with was a Columbia graduate and she was able to work with both children back to back. She even met with one of them at a coffee shop in Manhattan which was extremely convenient. It has since been a few months and my nieces have both received their scores back and they did extremely well. In fact they are now working with another tutor for college apps and statistics. Overall very pleased with the service and felt compelled to share my experience with the world! Out of all the companies and tutors we tried, Tutor Me NY had the best tutor in New York!

Diafano is the platform for live and self-paced language learning. I always struggled with keeping…read moremyself accountable / motivated with language learning but they have the secret sauce. The self-paced was very much dialogue-driven so I didn't feel I was missing out on the classroom experience. I emailed them a long list of questions and they were very polite when answering (I later realized I should have looked at their website FAQs. I feel very prepared for my next Italian vacation!

Learning a new language is not easy for a busy professional, especially in the city that never…read moresleeps. As an investment banker with a packed schedule, I needed all the help I could get when I decided to learn Spanish. For the first few months I struggled to find the right instructor: someone who was not only able to teach effectively, but could also motivate me. I was very lucky to begin taking classes with Irma Cedeno, the founder of Diáfano. She brings incredible energy to every lesson that keeps me engaged and eager to learn. She leverages Spanish and Hispanic literature, history, music, film and art to highlight the benefits of strengthening your grasp of the language. So while I first started learning Spanish to vacation in South & Central America, I now realize that Spanish unlocks the door to a vivid and exciting culture that is all around us right here in New York City. In a classroom setting, Irma drives learning and engagement through interesting and impactful group discussions. She is able to sense the needs of each student to make sure no one person either falls behind or dominates the class. She breaks lessons down into a variety of activities to achieve simultaneous progress on different concepts and grammatical structures. In an individual setting, Irma maximizes my development by carefully planning classes to address my unique needs. She combines her solid professional knowledge and training with a creative approach that leads to unparalleled results. Most importantly, she makes learning Spanish fun, which makes you more likely to persevere and achieve your goals. In that sense, she has become more like a coach than an instructor. I'm somewhat conflicted in recommending Irma to others wanting to learn Spanish; the more people know about her skills, the more difficult it will be for me to schedule lessons with her. Therefore, if you are reading this, consider yourself lucky, and don't hesitate to contact her so you can also accelerate your learning today.

I had a great experience with Tyler Johnson's GRE prep class. He made the class environment fun and…read morewas great at explaining hard to understand concepts. Tyler was always available to answer questions, particularly when it came to difficult math problems. I was able to achieve my target score with Tyler's class and would highly recommend it.

I worked with Josh Yardley on the GMAT. I'm in the office 50+ hours per week which I thought…read morewould've made tutoring sessions difficult. Josh was extremely accommodating, often moving sessions back an hour if I was working a bit later that day with only an hour or so notice. His process throughout our time together was great. We started with covering basics of the three topics, which I definitely needed, and narrowed down to individual problem types as the sessions moved on. I always left those sessions hoping to see those problem types on the test. Truly would turn weak spots into strengths of mine. Seeing the progress reflected in practice test scores was great and happened quickly. I couldn't recommend Manhattan Prep and Josh enough.