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Bryn Mawr Open House - November 19th

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For over 20 years, MJ Test Prep has helped students build their skills, strengthen their confidence, and prepare for college admission. We offer personalized SAT and ACT tutoring in person at our Bryn Mawr and Chestnut Hill offices and online.

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Whether your student prefers one-on-one tutoring or a structured group class, our programs combine focused instruction, practice tests, and targeted homework to address the areas that need the most attention.

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On average, our students improve their SAT scores by more than 200 points, with one recent student achieving an impressive 450-point increase (1000 to 1450)!

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Explore our SAT results.

SAT & ACT Tutoring in Bryn Mawr & Chestnut Hill

Individual tutoring, small-group classes, and online test preparation serving Philadelphia, the Main Line, and beyond.

Test Preparation, Academic Tutoring & College Admissions Support

Our support extends from grade school through graduate school. In addition to SAT and ACT preparation, MJ Test Prep offers:

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High school entrance exam preparation: SSAT, ISEE, and HSPT tutoring.

  • Academic and AP tutoring: Support with school coursework and AP exam preparation.

  • College admissions support: College planning, application guidance, and admission essay assistance.

  • Graduate admission test preparation: LSAT, GRE, GMAT, and MCAT tutoring.

 

Explore our programs to find the right support for your student’s needs and goals.

Why Families Trust Us

"I am thankful for my time at MJ Test Prep. While I did well in school, standardized tests were never my thing. The SAT was intimidating, and (even though it doesn’t) it feels like that one test is going to decide my future. At the very least, it is a factor in determining the college I ended up at, so I felt the pressure. After the first time taking the SAT I knew I needed help if I was going to get into the schools I was hoping for.

My tutor at MJ Test Prep was extremely helpful. Not only did she provide strategies for taking the test, coached me through example tests, and helped me brainstorm possible essay questions; but she also lessened the overall anxiety I was feeling about the test. I am not going to sugar coat it, MJ Test Prep is a lot of work, not only at your sessions but when you go home too. You will consistently be doing practice sections and studying vocabulary on top of your school work.

Nevertheless, I can honestly say it was worth it. I fully believe that if I did not put in the extra work while at MJ Test Prep, my SAT score would not have raised 370 points and I probably would not have been admitted to all the schools I received admittance from. Overall, I am grateful to Matt to have had the opportunity to receive help from people that cared about my success and pushed me to achieve my goals."

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A Research-Informed Approach to Test Preparation

MJ Test Prep was founded by Dr. Matthew Joseph, whose doctoral dissertation examined the effectiveness of SAT coaching. His research provides the foundation for our approach: helping students understand the material, recognize patterns, and apply effective strategies.

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Our tutors guide students through challenging concepts, review practice-test mistakes, and use targeted assignments to reinforce learning. The goal is to help students develop both the knowledge and the test-taking skills they need to approach exam day with confidence.

Visit Us in Bryn Mawr or Chestnut Hill—or Learn Online

 

Choose in-person tutoring at either of our Philadelphia-area offices or the convenience of online instruction. Contact MJ Test Prep to discuss your student’s goals, test dates, and schedule so we can recommend an appropriate program.Call 610-525-2840 or email mjtestprep@mjtestprep.com to get started.

MJ Test Prep Foundation

Read about the non-profit foundation that Matt and Renata founded to help students with financial difficulties.

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Our non-profit is dedicated to providing educational opportunities to disadvantaged students.

The Foundation recognizes that not every student has the resources or support they need to reach their goals and is, therefore, establishing programs to support such students with the means necessary to excel. The Foundation is currently offering a free 15 session, one-on-one SAT preparation course aimed at juniors taking a spring SAT.

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Learn More about our Foundation HERE

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