SAT & ACT Tutoring in Greater Boston
Customized 1:1 test prep with certified master tutors. We start with a full diagnostic, build a plan around your student's gaps, and stay with you until test day.
Book an Advising Session
An Academic Director will review your student's goals and recommend the right next steps.
What Livius Prep Students And Families Are Saying
"Thanks to Livius, Adam pushed his score to 1540 and exceeded our expectations — and his own." — Emily Lawson, Newton MA Parent
"After the SAT our student felt confident — something quite different from previous test experiences. Alisha was an excellent match."
"Our student scored 760 in both subjects. Victor helped prepare him extremely well. We're incredibly grateful to the whole Livius team."
"Livius helped me find the right test and gave me the tools to improve. My scores got me into Harvard College. Highly recommend."
"Eric made a great connection with my son and was both instructive and motivational. My son definitely thrived under his guidance."
"They pinpointed exactly where I was losing points. Three months later I went from 1280 to 1490. The plan was unlike anything I'd tried before."
"As someone who grew up in Newton and now sends my kids to Livius — the personal attention is what separates them from everyone else."
Personalized, Structured, and Focused on Results
Academic success looks different for every student. Our expert tutors are here to help — no matter where your student starts or what their goals are.
Diagnostic Exam
The Diagnostic pinpoints test taking strengths and highlights areas with the greatest potential for improvement. This analysis becomes the roadmap for success, allowing us to build a customized plan that maximizes your child's scores and reduces test taking anxiety.
Online and In-Person
Sessions available in-center at Newton or Lexington, fully online, or hybrid. All three formats use the same certified tutors and diagnostic curriculum.
We Tutor All Ages
From middle school students preparing for the SSAT to high schoolers targeting the Ivy League — our programs are built to meet each student exactly where they are.
Success Takes More Than Studying — It Takes the Right Approach.
The SAT and ACT reward specific strategies, not just effort. Without a targeted plan, scores plateau and families feel stuck. Here's where most students get held back:
Test Anxiety That Kills Scores
Your student knows the material but freezes on exam day. Our diagnostic identifies anxiety triggers and our tutors build the mental routines that keep scores steady under pressure.
Not Sure: SAT or ACT?
The wrong test choice can cost hundreds of points. Our SAT vs. ACT Diagnostic objectively identifies which exam plays to your student's strengths before they invest months in prep.
A Tutor That Doesn't Click
Generic classes leave students behind. Our Academic Directors personally match every student to a tutor based on personality, learning style, and the specific skills that need work.
Scores That Plateau
Stuck at 1350 or 29? Students plateau when they practice without direction. Our ongoing diagnostic tracking re-maps the plan as weaknesses shift so progress never stalls.
A Customized Path to Your Highest Score
We don't hand students a book and a schedule. Every Livius engagement is built around your student's specific gaps, timeline, and goals.
Advising Session
Meet with an experienced Academic Director. Together you will create a road map outlining your students' goals, timeline, and best path forward.
Livius Diagnostic Exam
Results will pinpoint the right college admissions exam (40% of students will do better on the ACT) and help us to create the customized curriculum to deliver your highest score.
Personalized Tutoring Plan
Our experienced tutors provide a curriculum built from your diagnostic results. Regular practice tests and session reports keep the plan evolving and everyone focused.
Choose the Right Program for Your Student
From figuring out which test to take, to targeting a score that gets into Harvard — we have a program designed for that goal.
SAT vs. ACT Diagnostic
For families unsure which test to pursue
- Full-length proctored SAT and ACT exams
- Score analysis and side-by-side comparison
- Academic Director recommendation
- Custom curriculum roadmap included
Private 1-on-1 Tutoring
For students with a clear target score
- 1-on-1 with a certified master tutor, hand-matched
- Full diagnostic + score improvement checklist
- Official SAT/ACT books + Livius prep materials
- Post-session tutor notes sent to parents
- Online practice question platform included
- In-center, online, or hybrid — your choice
Test Prep + College Admissions Bundle
For Ivy-track and top-50 students
- Everything in Private Tutoring, plus:
- College list building and application strategy
- Essay coaching with expert editors
- Merit aid and scholarship guidance
Everything Needed to Walk In Confident
Every Livius program is fully equipped — no add-on fees, no surprises. These are the tools included in every package:
Official Study Materials
Official College Board SAT or ACT guide plus Livius's proprietary prep books built from 40+ years of test-pattern data.
Diagnostic Testing
A full exam generates a personal score improvement checklist that drives every session from day one.
Custom Lesson Plan
Sessions target the question types where your student loses the most points — not a generic syllabus shared with 20 others.
Post-Session Notes
After every session, parents receive written notes: what was covered, what to focus on next, and how progress is tracking.
Full Practice Tests
Timed practice exams benchmark improvement and build the stamina and pacing that separates good scores from great ones.
Online Question Platform
Asynchronous digital practice between sessions keeps skills sharp and adds reps on the highest-priority content areas.
2025–2026 SAT & ACT Test Dates
Registration deadlines arrive faster than most families expect. Lock in your tutor before the crunch hits.
| Test Date | Reg. Deadline | Score Release |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 6, 2025 | Nov 21, 2025 | Dec 19, 2025 |
| Mar 14, 2026 | Feb 27, 2026 | Mar 27, 2026 |
| May 2, 2026 | Apr 17, 2026 | May 15, 2026 |
| Jun 6, 2026 | May 22, 2026 | Jun 19, 2026 |
| Test Date | Reg. Deadline | Score Release |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 13, 2025 | Nov 24, 2025 | Dec 30, 2025 |
| Feb 14, 2026 | Jan 23, 2026 | Mar 3, 2026 |
| Apr 11, 2026 | Mar 24, 2026 | Apr 21, 2026 |
| Jun 13, 2026 | May 29, 2026 | Jun 23, 2026 |
| Jul 11, 2026 | Jun 24, 2026 | Jul 21, 2026 |
Start Here
Our tutors have curated the best free SAT and ACT practice materials available — the same official tests and resources we use in our programs. No sign-up required.
Free SAT Prep Resources
6 full-length official SAT practice tests from the College Board — questions, answer explanations, and scoring guides for every test.
- 6 full practice tests (Questions + Answers)
- Answer explanations for every question
- Official scoring guides
- 3 practice essay prompts + score explanations
Free ACT Prep Resources
Official ACT practice tests and section-by-section question banks from ACT.org — covering all four sections of the exam.
- 2 full practice tests (Printable + Online)
- 75 English · 60 Math practice questions
- 48 Reading · 40 Science practice questions
- 1 ACT Writing prompt
Common Questions from Families
These are the questions our Academic Directors hear most often during free consultations.
Talk to an AdvisorLocal to Newton, Lexington & Boston
Two Boston-area centers plus fully online options. Wherever you are in Greater Boston, we can make it work.