SAT & ACT Test Prep
Programs in Denver & Boulder.

We provide preparation for the SAT, ACT, PSAT, digital SAT, college entrance exams, and other standardized assessments. Our programs combine content instruction, test-taking strategies, and personalized study plans to help students maximize their scores.

Find key features of both tests below! **RW = Reading & Writing Note that the Digital SAT is an adaptive test, which gives two modules per section, with the second module in each section yielding either harder or easier questions based on performance in the first module, and scaling scores accordingly.

Since the content and style of the SAT and ACT are very similar, factors like how you handle time pressure and what types of questions you find most challenging can help you determine which test is a better fit. The SAT and ACT generally cover the same topics. Both ACT and SAT scores are used for college admissions decisions and awarding merit-based scholarships. Most colleges do not prefer one test over the other. Neither the SAT nor the ACT is harder than the other. The best way to decide if taking the SAT, ACT, or both tests is right for you is to take timed full-length practice tests of each type. Doing so will give you a strong sense of the format for each test, and will allow you to generate a diagnostic composite score and a score for each section. Flatirons Tutoring has access to these diagnostic exams and offers feedback sessions to help students understand their performance and benchmark metrics, helping inform the development of a study plan going forward.

We recommend beginning test preparation during the summer before a student begins their Junior year. This allows for a comprehensive period of study that optimally paces out preparation for students to take several practice tests, review performance on practice tests to inform next steps, learn section specific strategies, restore core content knowledge, and still have time to handle the other responsibilities that an upperclassman in high school has to balance, including athletics, extra-curriculars, and of course, their schooling. At the same time, we are happy to help students with more limited time constraints. We can help with intensive prep if test dates are fast approaching, focusing on maximizing scores in the limited time available, honing in on key strategies by content areas. Find our recommended timeline here.

While we cannot guarantee specific scores, many of our students experience significant improvement due to our tailored approach and focused strategies.

We use a variety of resources tailored to each student's needs for test preparation. This includes official test prep materials such as the College Board SAT and ACT practice tests, as well as resources from trusted prep companies like Kaplan, Princeton Review, and Khan Academy. We also offer customized practice exercises, study guides, and strategy sessions to target areas of improvement. We recommend completing practice exams under timed conditions to help students build test-taking skills and confidence, and then conducting feedback and review sessions on those practice tests with tutors for high impact instruction that yields growth and optimal outcomes.

Sessions may include math instruction, reading comprehension, grammar and writing skills, science reasoning (ACT), test-taking strategies, pacing techniques, practice questions, and review of previously completed exams and assignments.

Yes. We use official practice materials and released exams whenever possible. Practice tests help identify strengths and weaknesses, establish score baselines, and measure progress throughout the tutoring program.

The number of hours varies depending on a student's starting point and goals. Some students achieve their desired results with a few sessions, while others pursue a more comprehensive preparation program over several months.

Yes. Our goal is to help students improve both their content knowledge and test-taking skills. Many students see significant score improvements as they develop stronger academic foundations, pacing strategies, and confidence.

Absolutely. Many students experience anxiety before or during standardized tests. We help students build confidence through preparation, familiarity with the exam format, effective pacing strategies, and techniques for managing stress during testing.

Often, yes. Tutors may assign targeted practice problems, reading passages, vocabulary work, or full-length practice exams to reinforce learning and accelerate progress between sessions.

Strong standardized test scores can strengthen college applications, improve scholarship opportunities, and expand admission options at many colleges and universities. Our goal is to help students achieve scores that support their postsecondary goals.

We monitor progress through practice tests, diagnostic assessments, in-session performance, targeted practice questions, and ongoing feedback. This allows tutors to continually adjust instruction to maximize score improvement.

Yes. We provide both in-person and online SAT and ACT tutoring. Our online platform includes screen sharing, digital whiteboards, and real-time collaboration tools that closely replicate the in-person experience.

Our test prep programs combine expert instruction, personalized coaching, flexible scheduling, official practice materials, and individualized support. We focus not only on improving scores but also on helping students develop the confidence and skills needed to perform at their best on test day.

Yes. We help students prepare for the PSAT, including students pursuing National Merit Scholarship recognition. Early preparation can also provide an excellent foundation for future SAT success.