I had the pleasure of working with Lauren as I prepared my personal statements for grad school admissions. She provided great feedback and insights! I highly recommend her to anyone applying to grad school! read more

I engaged Vince about 4 months into my GRE prep. Prior to working with Vince, I had worked with one other tutor that was much too formulaic in his approach to the test. Vince tutored me via Zoom. His remote setup enabled us to have productive exchanges as he was equipped with technology that facilitated easy learning. I'm including this in my review because my previous tutor did not possess the necessary technology to properly conduct remote learning. More importantly, Vince worked with me to apply focus to my GRE study, directing me to the right materials--I had previously only studied 3rd party material. He also helped me to stay on track with weekly study plans that matched my time commitment. In our 90 minute tutoring sessions, we spent our time mostly discussing verbal topics. Most valuable was that verbal discussions with Vince built the necessary experience that enabled me to understand how ETS presents the logic in the TC/SE questions types and what ETS is looking for when presenting their RC question types. As a native English speaker, I had to re-engineer how I read the passages and questions presented in the GRE. My tutoring sessions with Vince helped me acquire the test taking "finesse" in the verbal section that I needed to go from scoring in the 70th percentile (May 2021 test) to scoring in the 96th percentile (July 2021 test). If you have the resources, I strongly recommend connecting with Vince or at least consider taking his online Verbal GRE prep course. Finally, some general test-taking advice re: the GRE. The GRE is a game and you're there to play its 80 little puzzles. One of the best pieces of advice I got from Vince himself: "Be patient, build experience, and take your time with the test." This advice really resonated with me and I took it to heart, eventually attaining the score I wanted. So, to my fellow test taker: "Be patient, build experience, and take your time with the test." read more

TLDR; Highly recommend! I came to Vince having just decided to apply to grad school and wanting to take the GRE 5 weeks from our first conversation. I was fortunate to do private tutoring with Vince himself. With Vince's expertise, thoughtful structure, and efficient set of resources, I raised my score by 10+ points and reached my personal goal. I frankly could not have accomplished this goal without Vince in this timeframe. I would 100% recommend any of Vince's services and guidance for anyone looking to do better on the GRE. read more

***Vince contacted after receiving review and gave full refund very rare to find in people today especially California I would do business with Vince personally in the future*** We were assigned Blake for our daughter the meeting locations were distracting usually bookstores or coffee shops. Blake was not very encouraging or attentive to our daughters specific questions or needs. Most of the time was spent giving her problems then he would leave or be on his phone. We bought a package so we were locked into it. Our daughters SAT score actually dropped points after the tutoring sessions, would not recommend this tutor. read more

I took their GRE classes (Quant and Verbal were two separate classes), studied on my own for a month, and got 164/164! I'm really pleased with my scores, and I definitely could not have achieved those numbers without the foundation that their prep provided me with. The classes are really small, which allows for more attention per student, and Vince also has office hours. Having taken an SAT prep class at Elite during high school, I really appreciate how VKTP doesn't overwhelm you with a ton of busy work. This actually made me more motivated to study on my own, and try really hard to do well. Grad school is a $$$ investment, so I think it's well deserved to spend some $ to help you do well and get into a good school. read more

We cannot say enough about the personalized and professional approach of Blake Jensen and the Vince Kotchian Test Prep team. We opted for the one-on-one tutoring approach for our son, who was able to score in the 99th percentile on his first ACT. They take the time to understand the individual strengths of each student, bolstering those, while working in a positive way to close any gaps based on pre-test results. This enabled our son to enter the test prepared, relaxed, and confident. We have already recommended them to all of our family and friends. Great resource! read more

Highly recommend! I signed up for Vince's GRE Verbal classes about 2 months before I was set to take my GRE (that was a requirement for my Physician Assistant school application). The class was 2 weeks long, and honestly, I was so glad I found the class. Vince is a pretty cool guy and really knows his grad school and GRE stuff. His classes are small and personalized, he teaches you strategies on how to handle the different types of questions on the test, and it helped me immensely on my actual test. He goes over examples in class, assigns homework, reviews essays before each class and then offers feedback, and even gives you GRE prep material. One of my favorites was this mini dictionary type of book that had mnemonics for all the crazy words I'd never heard of, which was such a helpful tool to remember the meanings of words. Vince is also super calm and easy-going, which in my opinion helps with students who are stressed out or who can't get the hang of certain answers right away, and really takes the time to help his students, Each class, he also reminded us that we could reach out to him if we needed more help in any segment of our prep. I haven't come across very many teachers who go beyond the class environment to help students out, and you can see that Vince really cares about our success on the test. Verbal on the GRE can be daunting, but Vince's class definitely helped deal with the challenge better. Of course, once you have your strategies in place, you need to apply it to your own practice tests. But I know I wouldn't have been able to tackle the verbal section the way I did without Vince's training. Vince also helped me revise my grad school application essays. He critically analyzed my writing and was honest in his feedback on how I could fine-tune my writing. This man really gets grad school applications, and all the aspects that go with it. Thanks for all the guidance Vince. read more

I was lucky enough to have one-on-one GRE prep with Vince, and it made all the difference! I knew exactly what to expect, going into the test, and I was able to rely on many tips, tricks, and suggestions from a real pro (along with some very real knowledge that I gained through lots of guided practice and review). Vince is patient and encouraging, while remaining realistic and providing constructive feedback about how to improve. I would highly recommend any of Vince's courses and individual tutoring. Scheduling is easy and flexible, and the entire experience helped remove a lot of the anxiety usually associated with standardized test-taking. Thanks, Vince! read more

In my experience, Vince is not a good person or a good tutor. I met him three times, and that was plenty to realize that he was extremely unprofessional, VERY rude, and a really bad tutor. Overall, he behaved like an adult bully. My parents signed me up for SAT tutoring with Vince. He had tutored me one time before when I was a high schoool freshman. I also met him before our first appointment for a consultation. I was nervous but really excited because when I googled him, there were so many great reviews so I assumed he must be really helpful. However, when I got there, he just handed me a packet and told me to tell him when I finished. He went on his computer and didn't speak to me at all. Once I finished each packet, I would tell him I was finished and he would just hand me another packet to do without saying anything. Then, he sat down and asked "do you want to be here?" and I said yes, but that I was just a little tired. He said okay and gave me another packet. At the end, I said thank you and left. That night, he emailed my mom explaining that I was never allowed back at his "tutoring" center because he was only interested in helping kids who are "really excited about the SAT". Show me ONE person who's ever been truly excited about the SAT. I never went back and there was no further contact or explanation, that I know of. This experience genuinely lowered my self esteem so much. It made me think there was something wrong with me. I have always struggled with my self esteem and social anxiety, and this experience really, really negatively affected me. Additionally, this experience with Vince made me so much more afraid and less confident of taking the SAT that my practice scores went DOWN afterwards. I was eventually lucky enough to find a tutor who genuinely cared about his students and wanted to help us instead of just making us feel bad for his own pleasure. I do not know why he hated me so much, maybe he perceived me as being rude? Maybe he just didn't like me? Maybe he thought I wasn't smart enough to go to his tutoring center? Maybe there's something more happening at this place other than just tutoring? Just a thought, since I was given no explanation. I'm genuinely not sure why so many people love him. It's pretty obvious that many of these reviews are fake reviews written by Vince, but as for the genuine reviews, I'm really not sure. Maybe they're enticed by boundaries being crossed? Maybe he just acted differently around me because he could tell I wasn't going to let him do anything to me? Maybe he was just having a really, really bad day and took it out on me, who knows. Ultimately, I do not know what goes on behind closed doors at this "tutoring" center, but I would be open to hearing an explanation on why I was treated the way that I was. I will consider deleting/altering my review if I am able to get a very good and genuine explanation and apology for your behavior, Vince. But I am not expecting that from you. I have been thinking about this for years and have not come to a conclusion, so if there's a genuine reason behind it, I'd like to know. For those considering using Vince as their tutor, I would recommend using caution. Maybe bring a parent with you the first few times and determine if you think he is trustworthy. Maybe it's safer now since it's virtual. Personally, if I had a child, I would not bring them to Vince no matter what. My experience with him really hurt my self esteem and worsened my already bad social anxiety, but perhaps I am lucky that nothing worse happened. I'm expecting several 5 star reviews to go up in the next few days to make up for this review. So, beware that those are definitely going to be fake. read more

TLDR: Strongly, strongly recommend using Vince Kotchian's Test Prep service and specifically Blake for anyone looking to raise their test scores! Found out about this place earlier this summer and signed up for one-on-one SAT tutoring sessions for my brother. Since the first session, he has been ecstatic about working hard to raise his scores and making sure to follow the lesson plan and assignments. Needless to say, he absolutely loved it! His tutor, Blake, is a highly encouraging, motivated tutor who really wants to see his students succeed, and we saw that within those sessions where he helped my brother zone in on his mistakes and taught him how to use those to his advantage. All in all, we are greatly satisfied with the process and the ease of communication between all of us involved. Definitely recommend this place! read more

I took a 5 week GRE prep course with Vince May-June 2017. I applied for grad school for Fall '18 programs. For a play-by-play of my application process, from dreaming up the idea to executing tests and apps, see this post I wrote detailing every step: https://bit.ly/2HJqNw1. What I loved about Vince's course was 1) the small class size. We got a lot of personal attention in class and could ask as many questions as needed. 2) Vince truly cares about his students and wants to help us achieve our goals/dreams. I almost didn't end up applying this year for grad school and messaged Vince for advice. He did a little research on scores and advised me to apply (despite a lower-than-wanted math score). It was the encouragement I needed! I applied to several top programs of Public Health and was admitted to University of Washington and Boston University. I got waitlisted at Johns Hopkins. They're all great programs and I'm extremely happy with my decision to attend BU this fall. Thanks for all the support, Vince! If you're on the fence about enrolling in a program, I say go for it. The cost is a drop in the bucket compared to the cost of grad school. You'll get structure and support to study and you'll come away with a solid understanding of how to best prepare for and take the GRE. Ultimately, it's up to you to study hard but Vince's course helps you best figure out how and what to study. The emotional investment he puts into the class and his students is priceless. read more

This was my second time taking the GRE and I chose Vince and his company to tutor me. I had used his free resources when I took the exam the first time and my scores improved from my practice tests. I worked specifically with Vince the second time around and my math score improved how I wanted as well. read more

I highly recommend for GRE prep! I found Vince online. I signed up for his customized study plan after trying to get started on GRE studying on my own for a few weeks. Vince was super helpful. He helped me develop a study plan that worked with my schedule and provided a ton of material (including his GRE Verbal course). He was attentive and provided useful feedback and tips throughout my studies. After 2-3 months of studying "with" Vince, I took the GRE and was thrilled to see that my score went up significantly. read more

After trying to study for the GRE on my own, I decided I needed some assistance. My main issues were with the quantitative section and staying focused and I figured a course would offer some math techniques and provide some structure. I found Vince through Yelp and signed up for his 5-week bootcamp course. His training did give me the techniques and structure that I needed, but also helped me identify a number of weak spots that I had overlooked. My concerns about the quantitative section had led me to take the qualitative and essay sections for granted. Vince's classes are well rounded, though, and you study a little bit of everything in the two hours. He really breaks down the test into its individual parts - beyond the three sections and into the various question types. Mixing up the material in that way also keeps the class interesting, which is particularly helpful for an evening class. Vince's bootcamp was also the perfect small group environment, with only six of us in our class. Because his classes are so small, there is plenty of time to address individual questions and give a personalized experience. It was also supportive to see that we shared a lot of the same concerns, and the others brought up issues that I hadn't considered or had their own ways of analyzing a problem that helped me grasp certain concepts better. The bootcamp was especially beneficial in highlighting how important it is to study daily (or at least as often as possible). 20 hours is a good amount of time to go over question types and review some fundamental concepts, but it doesn't replace working on your own. Vince gives a lot of tips on how best to incorporate this type of study into your day though. I definitely feel better prepared to take the test and am less fearful about the whole thing in general. I have decided to hold off on taking the GRE until I've taken an algebra and geometry review course, but Vince has given me the tools to maintain my test prep. He's also good about staying in touch and it's helpful knowing I can go back to him if I do get stuck again. read more

When I started my grad school application journey, I really did not know where to begin, AT ALL! There's just so much to research, write, and STUDY for ! DURING MY FIRST YEAR of trying to apply to grad schools I was so overwhelmed with the application process, while also having to make time for my admission essay, while ALSO having to make time to study for the GRE. Needless to say, I thought I could handle it all on my own and did not reach out for any type of help or tutoring assistance. As it turns out, my GRE scores weren't as great, my essay did not stand out as much and I did not get into my first choice school, nor my 2nd, 3rd ..or 4th, but rather my last choice. Although I was happy, I wasn't fully satisfied with my option, so I decided to not accept my grad school entrance and re-apply the following year to my 1st choice. (I know.. PRETTY RISKY right?) DURING MY SECOND YEAR I was a bit more familiarized with what needed to be done: the applications, essays and study study.. STUDY! I decided to take a different approach and was in search for a tutor that could guide me in the right direction. That's when I found VINCE!!!! I first contacted Vince for his free consultation and we went over my test scores, the schools I wanted to apply and my goals for the test. Vince gave me the insight I needed to set up a successful roadmap as to how to prepare for the GRE test like what the testers were really testing you on and what they were looking for in the essay portion. After months of preparation, my scores and essay improved!! I couldn't be happier! He was tremendously helpful in assisting me with my Admissions Essay as well ! I loved that he was so patient with me! He took the time to hear out what I wanted to include in my essay and the message I wanted to transmit to the admissions committee. From there he helped me brainstorm and extract the important information that I should include in my essay and that would make me stand out as an applicant communicate my best qualities. My essay had a completely different turn out than where it started. Working with Vince was just awesome because he was always very prompt, professional and detailed with his feedback. He always replied to me as soon as he could or kept me updated if he needed more time on revising my essay. Needless to say, I was accepted to my #1 choice for the Industrial Organizational Psychology Ph.D. Program and will be starting this Fall. Also, I received admission offers to 4 other graduate programs I applied to....Sooo EXTREMELY HAPPY!!! I would HIGHLY recommend Vince 100% to anyone who is in need of a tutor, whether it's for tutoring on standardize testing or admissions essays... Vince is DEFINITELY your guy! read more

I contacted Vince because I wanted to get professional help in writing my statement of purpose for graduate school. Vince really helped the most in helping me to brainstorm possible ideas to write about as well as editing later in the process. It was very helpful to have someone to bounce ideas off of, especially as he is highly knowledgable on what grad schools are looking for and the structure of a polished essay. Vince was great in drawing out the best possible essay out of my existing narrative. Very helpful and cut down a lot of time and anxiousness in the essay writing process. I was very satisfied with how my essay turned out and in the end I did get into all the schools I applied to. read more

I found Vince's test prep services online. What a find! He tutored me for the GRE and helped me develop my statement of purpose for admission. (He really knows the admissions process well.) His ability to quickly identify your strengths and weaknesses, and then create an individualized study-tutor plan pays off. Because of Vince I was accepted into all three graduate programs I applied to. I'm now a graduate student at Georgetown University. I don't believe I would have gotten into this M.A. program had I not gone to Vince. Thanks Vince! -Adam read more

I took the GRE course with Vince, and it was excellent!  Vince is so professional and patient, he answered every question I had asap, and I had a lot!!  I am a foreign student, now applying for a PhD in California, and I wasn't at all familiar with the GRE test and the whole application process here. Vince was so helpful and walked me through the whole process.  He has great ways of teaching and bringing very clear examples of both ways to solve math problems and writing essays.  I am so glad I chose him! The small group and personal atmosphere really made it easier to concentrate and understand everything he was talking about.   Would give him even more than 5 stars!  Thank you Vince!! read more

Vince was able to help me improve my scores in record time. I had 11 days to improve my score from my first attempt and was strongly advised to seek the help of a tutor. I found Vince through a simple Google Search and he saved my score and my sanity. He helped me understand how the GRE tests and what they are looking for. He gave me a study schedule and practice exams. It is important to note that I was pretty embarrassed about needing a tutor. I didn't want to feel stupid in front of someone who obviously passed this exam with with a slam dunk. Vince made me feel so comfortable and made me understand why I struggled in certain areas. He actually made me feel like one smart cookie. In close to ONE WEEK and three sessions I was able to improve my score enough to meet the threshold of the program I am attempting to get accepted too. wish I would have had more time with him. I can only image how my score would have improved if I would have studied with him more consistently. Vince cares about his students success and is always proud to see them succeed. Vince, I truly thank you. read more

I worked one on one with Matt for about 9 months in total to prepare for my ACT! I took the real test once and got a respectable score, but we decided that I could definitely push further to improve. We worked very hard doing even more practice tests and exercises, and we reviewed concepts and test day tactics so that I could stay calm and manage my time. The second time taking the ACT, my Math section improved by 4 points and my Science by 6 points from the first test, and I received a perfect score/36 in both the English and Reading sections! I loved working with Matt because he is so positive and intelligent. He is very patient and really seems to care about his students and cater to their learning styles. I would most definitely recommend him to anyone who wants to improve their standardized test scores! read more

I worked with Kaitlin Douglass for about three months to study for the GRE and she was AMAZING! I chose to do the 10 hours class pack and I highly recommend! She is very knowledgeable and helped me every step of the way! She came up with a study plan for me and assigned homework each week to ensure that I stayed on top of everything. While working with her my verbal score went up by 7 points and my quantitative went up by 6 points. She was also always available if I ever had a quick question while studying. She was able to meet both in person and via zoom! I highly recommend Kaitlin! read more

I came to Vince after I attended USD for GRE test prep and took the GRE. He was my last hope at trying to get a better score. I couldn't have made a better choice. This last year working with Vince for GRE test prep and essay prep for the statement of purpose was the best decision. I recommend working one-on-one with Vince over taking a class. You really learn the strategies better and get more practice! He not only is a tutor, but a mentor and a friend. He is so patient and encouraging. My GRE score improved after working with Vince. It went so well and I enjoyed working with him so much that I also went to him for statement of purpose help too. He came up with great ideas on how to structure the essay and what I should write about. The result was getting accepted to SDSU's MBA program. I couldn't be happier since it was my first choice on schools. I know I couldn't have done it without Vince. Thank you again! read more

My daughter worked via Skype and Facetime with Matt Sheelen for about 6 months to prepare for taking the ACT, and she improved her scores to a high level, but equally important, I think, she developed a positive spirit toward taking the test. In a nutshell, Matt is an excellent instructor on every level. Matt identified her weaknesses and tailored their work to build skills, strategy, and confidence. He is gifted in his ability to explain or reason with students creatively. Matt -- with a rare combination of seriousness and humor -- made the process feel less overwhelming. His work and personal kindness also made my daughter (and me!) feel supported in the college application process. As a parent, I particularly appreciate the positive attitude Matt inspires. read more

Preparing for the GRE is daunting! I stumbled upon Vince's Test Prep with a Google search and gave it a shot. I could not have been happier with the results. The class forced me to dedicate time to studying, which I needed. I've been out of school for more than 15 years so I was really worried. Vince was thorough and patient in his teaching, helping me to brush up on foundational math skills. I thought I would naturally do well on the verbal section, but I didn't. With Vince's help, I learned strategies to efficiently answer the questions and identify trends. This has helped me significantly on my practice tests. I highly recommend Vince and his test prep course. The class will definitely get you closer to competitive scores. And, as a bonus, I met highly motivated soon-to-be grad students who became fast friends. Thanks, Vince! read more

I did SAT and ACT prep with Matt. He was outstanding. I felt incredibly more confident going into the SAT, and was prepared for all of the sections. I did get specific help in reading and some advanced math help, which was great since I had been out of the classes that the SAT focuses on for two or three years. Definitely worth it. I am immensely grateful! read more

Vince Kotchian's GRE course is very helpful for anyone planning on taking the test. Not only does he go over many aspects about the exam, but he provides plenty of extra study material. Since his classes are small, it's easy to go over all kinds of questions in class ranging from homework assignments to how to study properly for test day. When Vince goes over new material each class, he explains concepts in depth to make sure every student follows his lectures. He knows that different students have different levels of confidence with the material and wants to make sure math and english problems are easy to understand. Vince is very honest about what are the best ways to be prepared and wants everyone to succeed. For students that need tutoring during or after the test prep, I recommend studying with Soph Lundeberg. She is able to clearly explain various concepts to master and helps create a stress free environment. I'm sure the students who were in my class will get great scores after taking the GRE. I had a great time learning over the summer. read more

Small class, no individual help or looking at where the individual would need to improve. Though the material is good, it does not focus on what areas a person need to improve. Also, would be helpful to go over the sat and talk about the expanded portion so the students are not blindsided. read more

Without a doubt the tutors here are exceptional. Bronte is the most compassionate and enthusastic tutor. She is willing to go above and beyond the average tutoring curriculum. They will cater to your own learning style. Not once have I felt embarrassed when I didn't understand something because the tutors are patient and supportive. If you want tutors that care about more than a number on a piece of paper then you should sign up. - a satisfied senior in highschool. read more

TL;DR: Use Vince if you need help with your personal statement for undergrad/grad school! He is very caring and attentive even if communication is only through email. His help can really elevate your application! I would give Vince 10 stars if I could! I found Vince through Lynda.com GRE course videos. I googled his name and found out that he had his own Test Prep website and was excited to see it. After exploring his website, I found out that he also helps with personal statements for undergrad/grad school! I was super happy to find this because I needed help editing my essay. But what I came to found is that Vince's value is really helping you what to write about. I was stuck and did not know what to write about in my personal statement, but Vince helped navigate my thoughts into creating an amazing personal statement. He is based in San Diego and I live in Los Angeles so all communication was through email & google docs (thank goodness for technology). He also offers GRE prep and can do Skype sessions as well. I could tell just by email communication that Vince is a caring, friendly, responsive tutor. He really really cares about his students! Overall, I highly recommend him and his services. If you really want to propel yourself as a candidate for graduate school, I really recommend using him for help with personal statements and as a GRE tutor. You will not be disappointed! read more

Vince tutored me for the GRE a year ago when I was in the process of applying to grad school. I procrastinated and had less than 2 months to study, and came to Vince upon recommendation from a few classmates of mine. Vince was able to identify my strengths and weaknesses in order to map out a personalized study plan that suited my time frame and needs. He has a wealth of knowledge and not only makes the material easier to understand, but also helped me develop better test taking skills. I got the score I needed to help get me into graduate school. Vince also helped me brainstorm ideas for my statement of purpose essay. With his assistance, I was able to write a more interesting, unique essay that wasn't just a boring extension of my CV or resume. I highly recommend his tutoring services. read more

Vince is an incredible tutor and teacher! He is not only extremely knowledgable in the GRE, but he cares about your success. You cannot go wrong with the bootcamp class! I highly recommend it, no matter what your strengths and weaknesses are. I originally went into it thinking that I needed help specifically with math, but I ended up learning useful and important strategies for both math and verbal. His explanations are thorough and break down the question step by step for which I am grateful. I recently finished the class and I feel prepared to take what I learned and apply it in my independent studying. read more

Vince is an outstanding GRE instructor who knows the ins and outs of the exam like the back of his hand. He will go into great depth to show you not just the knowledge-based aspects of the exam, but also the strategy-based. His methods are fine-tuned to each student and reveal his years of experience in the field. I received scores in the 90th percentile and feel that my sessions with him contributed tremendously to these scores. You may feel you have the knowledge to score well on a test that does not cover concepts beyond high school or basic college classes, but having a grasp on the many intricate elements contained in the exam is what's required to score those extra 10-20 points, and this is where he definitely delivers. read more

Highly, highly recommend Vince's test prep. After another test prep company cancelled on my extremely last minute, Vince went out of his way to accommodate me in one of his GRE test prep courses on short notice. The class was extremely helpful and allowed me to achieve the GRE score that I needed to get in to my graduate school program of choice. Small classes ensure that you get the personalized attention needed to succeed. Vince was always willing to go the extra mile to make sure the concepts are understood. The class was a great value and I would recommend taking this class over a generic, significantly more expensive test prep. read more

After beginning to prep for the GRE, I knew I couldn't do it alone. Yelp actually brought me to Vince...believe the reviews, HE IS AWESOME! I was struggling greatly with the verbal and writing portions of the GRE and was generally scoring much lower in those areas than in quantitative section. Vince taught me how to study for these sections, tips and tricks for different question types, and step-by-step how to write the essays. I improved so much and ended up scoring above the 90th percentile on both. Thank you, Vince! My class size was small, and so I felt we all received really great one on one attention. Vince is welcoming to questions and spends lots of time helping you understand concepts that are difficult to you. Overall, I had an AWESOME experience and would recommend to anyone and everyone. read more

It was wonderful experience talking to him about the gre prep, he taught both English and maths.

Our daughter worked with Matt on SAT/ACT review, as well as essay support for college applications. Matt was reliable, responsive to our daughter's needs and was a real asset. We highly recommend him. read more

I went to Vince a number of months ago for some GRE prep. I'd taken a test prep course from one of the massive companies, but I didn't feel completely confident or prepared with the tools they gave me. If I could do it again I'd skip them and go straight to Vince. I was on a time crunch with only a month or two to take the test before I left the country. Vince was amazing with helping me target exactly what I needed to work on in the short time I had. He also helped me tailor my own personal approach to the essay questions using my interests and background(which was essential to my success on the test). With his help I received a better score than I was looking for and I felt completely prepared. I was accepted to Georgetown's School of Foreign Service and couldn't have done it without Vince. Thanks Vince! read more

Vince is seriously the greatest tutor. I actually found him through another tutor who recommended his services and I could not be happier with the results! I was having so much trouble with the math portion of the GRE. Despite studying by myself for several months, I did not feel truly prepared until I started seeing Vince about a month before my test. I highly recommend him to anyone in need of a tutor, he is really experienced with the GRE and knows how to help. Seeing him raised my confidence exponentially and improved my scores vastly. read more

I just wanted to add thanks to Vince, I got into my officer program with the military. Could not have done it without him....thank you Vince!!! read more

I went to Vince to initially get some help on the GREs, but ended up hiring him for help on my Personal Statement, and then again for interview preparations. Every experience with Vince was professional and efficient. With his help, I was able to improve my GRE scores significantly, and I've gotten multiple acceptances in very competitive graduate programs. Throughout all of this, Vince has proved to be a very capable teacher in all subjects: logic, math, writing, reading, and communication. He is definitely worth your time! read more