Collegiate Services

Polaris Collegiate Services offers private in-home or online tutoring for the ISEE, SSAT, SAT and ACT. We also offer college advising and essay writing support. Our mission is to provide individualized support and direction for students and families tackling the college admissions process. Our structured method offers students a unique opportunity to challenge themselves and become more confident learners before ever leaving for college.

We bring over 20 years of teaching experience and a uniquely holistic philosophy to our approach. We offer a comprehensive program that fosters individual growth, active student engagement, and true college preparedness. 

We believe that the most effective test prep strategy includes:

• comprehensive and individualized tutoring to effectively convey content while boosting confidence

• targeted homework to reinforce the tutoring

• frequent practice tests to diagnose the student’s progress and tackle test anxiety

• life skills to help the student develop a balanced approach to the stresses and demands of high school and beyond

We are keenly sensitive to the fact that anxiety around this process can breed more anxiety. As such, we provide accurate and honest assessments, plans and strategies—not gimmicks or tricks. We place a high priority on motivating and empowering our students via a strengths-based approach to help them create the tools they need to effectively navigate the college process with confidence and authenticity.