Q: How long has Lentz & Lentz been running PSAT and SAT review courses?
A: For over 30 years throughout the Northeastern United States.
Q: What is your approximate class size?
A: On average 10-18 students per class.
Q: Who teaches your class?
A: All teachers at Lentz & Lentz SAT Prep have academic degrees in English or math or related areas and have classroom teaching experience at the high school and/or college level. In addition, all teachers have been specifically trained in both PSAT and SAT preparation.
Q: How does your course compare to other more costly preparation groups?
A: Lentz & Lentz SAT Prep is a “mom and pop” organization, not a giant franchise or bureaucracy. We use our own copyrighted curriculum plus supplementary material. We also offer audio aids for review, live make-up sessions, free review lessons and a better program at a fraction of the price of our competition.
Q: What increase can I expect after taking this program?
A: A lot depends on individual effort. Many of our students have increased their scores several hundred points after taking the course.
Q: Can a student with a learning disability and/or IEP or 504 classification benefit from this class?
A: Absolutely, our program offers specific learning aids that supplement every part of our curriculum, designed to be used in the comfort of your own home. Extra help is also available by appointment.
Q: Can a student with a really high PSAT or SAT score benefit from our program?
A: We find that students with high averages and previously high PSAT and SAT scores actually show the most dramatic improvements.
Q: What if a student has a conflict with the class schedule or simply cannot attend a lesson?
A: Most classes have live make-ups which are offered at various locations. Please contact us directly to schedule a make-up at a location near you.
Q: If I take the SAT more than once, will admissions counselors frown upon that?
A: Every admissions office has its own special rules. If you are not sure, the best solution is to contact the college admission office directly. There is no limit to the number of times a student can take the SAT. Most colleges will actually consider the highest combined score from each test.
Q: What if a class is cancelled due to inclement weather?
A: Make-up dates are incorporated into all class schedules. For the most up to date information on school cancellations, please call our 800 number or visit www.cancellations.com and enter 10956 under zip code to check for a cancellation.
Q: When is the PSAT given?
A: The PSAT is only given in October.
Q: How can I register for the SAT?
A: You can register directly at www.collegeboard.com or by submitting the application obtainable through your guidance office.
Q: What months are the SAT given?
A: October, November, December, January, March or April, May and June, seven months throughout the year.
