The Princeton Review Reviews 2,125

TrustScore 4 out of 5

4.2

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Looking at 52 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the staff for their exceptional teaching abilities, making complex material understandable and engaging. Many people highlight the instructors' patience, helpfulness, and willingness to answer questions, contributing to a positive learning environment. The course structure and video lessons are often noted for their effectiveness in preparing students for tests and improving scores. However, some customers also noted that the course might not be as effective for higher-scoring students, as it is not always tailored to individual needs. A few other people also felt that the online platform could be slow or difficult to navigate, and some experienced issues with assignments not registering answers. Additionally, some reviewers mentioned that large class sizes sometimes made it challenging to receive personalized attention.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I had the instructor Janan Niroomand. She was great only reason why I dont put 5 stars is bc the tech tended to be unreliable even with a good computer. When taking a test you would have to open desmo... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

This course was helpful but not game changing for someone starting with a larger score. I scored mid 30's my first test and figured I had nothing to lose with the 1 point improvement guarantee. The li... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

For my class, I had Stacy Little, PSO 552043. She was great. She did an amazing job at explaining the material and at any point I was confused she went step by step. She would even stay after class ju... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

This course really solidified my understanding of the SAT topics and material. It's really good too for pacing and they assign homework that makes sure you get consistent practice. I got many helpful... See more


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For over 35 years, The Princeton Review has been the destination for college and grad bound students to make their dreams a reality. Last year alone, we helped more than 3.5 million students get into a great college or grad school. How do we do it? Online and in-person tutoring and test prep from top-notch educators as well as more than 150 books that provide test prep help to college admissions advice.


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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

great score improvements

My tutor, Rick Saia, was great! He was very flexible in understanding my circumstances and was very helpful in raising my Math score by 170 points. I would definitely recommend this course to anyone looking for a one on one experience with flexibility.

December 10, 2024
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

My son took Princeton Review's SAT…

My son took Princeton Review’s SAT course and scored just shy of the guaranteed 1400. While he didn’t hit the target, the company honored their promise and reimbursed the majority of the cost without hassle.

The course itself was excellent—comprehensive materials, great instructors, and effective strategies that significantly boosted his score. Even beyond the guarantee, the program delivered great value and helped him build confidence.

I highly recommend Princeton Review for anyone looking for reliable and honest SAT prep!

November 27, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing course and faculty

Ms. Wint did a great job of presenting the material in a easy to learn fashion. If I had a question she would respectfully answer my question and teach me a little something extra.

Great teacher and great course.

November 23, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great results

Great company and happy with the results! We had a good experience with qualified teachers and materials.

November 18, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing

Chris was an Amazing teacher.... He was patient and clear and kind. My daughter actually enjoyed her sessions. Her scores improved dramatically in a very short few months. We could not be more pleased.

November 5, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Very unsatisfactory all around

Very unsatisfactory all around. My HS daughter did the SAT Prep and the teacher rescheduled class at least 3 times and rescheduled it for the same session in which they already had to sit for a practice test. When I called to complain after the third rescheduling, I was told they would check into what was going on and get back to me, which they never did.

Then my son was doing the ISEE test prep and I have now called three times to get clarity on practice tests 3 and 4 which were assigned but never received and STILL I have found no one who knows the answer.

November 15, 2024
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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

SAT 1400 didn't help but the payment was returned

This course doesn't help with new strategies when standard strategies do not work for some students. My daughter took SAT1400 in July 2024. Her result after taking the course was lower than before taking the course, though during their training tests she got more than 1400. They refused to return the money saying that her last homework was not sent on time. We made sure that she did everything on time and attended all the classes. (She is not lazy, nor stupid - she is in 1% best students of her class (753 students) and her GPA is more than 101% with all AP classes.) Their website showed that she had completed 100% of the tasks. We couldn't see anything else on our side and now they say that they received her last homework at the same time we were requesting a refund. After two months of negotiations, the payment was finally returned.

November 6, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

LSAT 165+ course Review

My name is Noelle and I took the Princeton Review’s LSAT 165+ course. My course number was 540819. Dr. H was my professor and I could not have asked for a better instructor. He was so encouraging and knowledgeable. Every class I came out having learned something new that stuck with me through taking the LSAT. I feel extremely fortunate to have taken this class.

November 4, 2024
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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

My daughter was in the Review

My daughter was in the Review. She took 4 practice tests with them and was advised that the system never registered her answers for the math section of her 4th test. I asked what effect that would have on the guarantee that Princeton Review offers since she didn't achieve the 150 point increase in her results.

They advised me that she should have taken the exam on a certain date that I was not aware of and that the 4th exam was not relevant as far as the guarantee was concerned. I asked them to provide me with an email or some communication to show that we were supposed to take the SAT on a certain date. They were unable to do that.

I think the whole situation is a scam.

August 25, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Teacher

My teacher Lili C was a great teacher for this program. I learned everything I needed in order to boost my SAT score and I am happy with my overall increase in understanding.

October 30, 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Honestly it is a scam

Honestly it is a scam. I enrolled in their 1400+ course, thinking that my SAT will increase by the guaranteed 150+ points. I was wrong. Even though I completed the tests, homework's, and paid attention in class, I was honestly stupid how their "methods" can somehow increase your score by 150 points. Hell, I even talked with the people also attending and even they said that their score hadn't really improved. Princeton review don't teach you any revolutionary method, some secret forbidden method that will help you attain a 1400 or higher. Honestly, they kept regurgitating Process of Elimination over and over again, it was a nightmare. Use KHAN ACADEMY for your SAT, don't bother wasting money. If a course needs money, it isn't worth it.

October 28, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Integrity

This is a company that stands behind their promises. While my son did not see the results we were hoping for, Princeton Review quickly and efficiently processed my refund. I am so impressed their integrity and highly recommend.

October 24, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

True to their word

Both of my kids took the SAT course and it helped them tremendously! Kept them structured with classes twice/week and practice tests. The score guarantee is an added bonus. I highly recommend it!

October 23, 2024
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Refund successful

My daughter took the 1400-SAT test prep online class. Although she raised her score, it was well short of the guaranteed amount. After the documentation was submitted, the refund was processed with no additional requirements or conditions.

October 5, 2024
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

My son took the +1400 class

My son took the +1400 class. He thought the teacher was good and course generally solid. However, he felt that there was too much time spent on easier topics and less on the challenging subject matter. In the end the class didn't provide sufficient attention for where he needed help lifting his score. At least Princeton Review held up their end of the bargain and refunded us for the course since his new score was not close to the guaranteed score.

October 1, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

TPR and Teacher were amazing

My teacher, Ms. Coretta, was an amazing guide throughout my whole process with the SAT. In a short month and a half, she helped me raise my score on the practice tests by 190 points, from a 1290 to a 1480. I am yet to take my first official test but I am sure that her guidance will help me do so easily. She is very well informed on all subject matter, shows engagement with her students, and addresses all questions and concerns with clarity. I definitely recommend Ms. Coretta if you want to boost your score and learn the in-depth strategies for doing great on the SAT. Thank you, Ms. Coretta!

September 25, 2024
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Good course overall

The course was well structured and definitely helped my daughter achieve an acceptable score. However, the students must stay on top of all deadlines and there were a few computer glitches with homework and practice tests. We needed to email about those issues to ensure they didn't affect the money-back guarantee. Whichever teacher your student gets makes a huge difference in outcomes.

August 17, 2024
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