For Private & Independent School Admissions

SSAT Prep for the Schools You're Aiming For

The SSAT is the admissions test for many private and independent schools. Alma prepares students for the Middle and Upper Level exam with live online instruction, built around one student and one goal: the schools on your list.

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One-on-One SSAT Prep

Private instruction shaped entirely around one student. Choose the path that fits where your student is starting.

The 8-12 Week Full Prep Program

Recommended

The complete arc, from diagnostic to test day.

  • Begins with a full-length diagnostic, then a week-by-week plan aimed at your student's test date and target schools
  • Live one-on-one sessions with a dedicated instructor, plus homework and practice tailored between sessions
  • Focused work on the parts that decide SSAT scores: quantitative reasoning, verbal analogies and synonyms, and reading
  • Full-length practice tests at set checkpoints, with a final run-through the week before the real thing

The most complete way we teach the SSAT: one goal, one plan, and every step mapped to the schools your student is aiming for.

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Flexible Sessions

One lesson at a time

Individual sessions, on your schedule.

  • Book sessions one at a time, whenever your student needs them
  • Ideal for targeted help on a specific section, or a tune-up in the weeks before test day
  • The same instructors and the same live online teaching

A good fit for students who need a push in one specific area. Many families start here and move into the full program.

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Contact us for rates and availability. We'll recommend the right path after your student's diagnostic.

What Families Say

Families come to Alma for the SSAT, the SAT, and everyday tutoring. Here is what a few of them have said.

Sophia helped my child drastically improve their SSAT score, especially the quantitative math section. Her thorough, individualized approach pushed it far beyond our expectations. We are truly grateful for the support she gave throughout the entire test-taking process.

Chao F.
SSAT Prep

The Alma team knows the SAT inside and out, and they helped my son make significant gains in both sections. They took the time to understand what he needed and tailored everything to him. His confidence grew right alongside his scores. I highly recommend Alma Academics to any family looking for great tutoring.

Peter Y.
SAT Prep

We have been very impressed with the team at Alma. They've helped our daughter make progress on the SAT, especially the math section where she was struggling. They are flexible and responsive, and most importantly able to adapt to my daughter's learning style.

Parent of Class of 2026 Student
SAT Prep

Sophia is a patient and skillful tutor who has supported my son in Geometry and Computer Programming over the past 6 months. She has coached my son in challenging concepts and kindly holds my son accountable for the ownership of his work. I highly recommend Sophia for tutoring services.

Parent of Washington-Liberty High School Student
Geometry & Computer Programming

Chris is a BIG helper. He guided my son through every stage of the essay writing process from brainstorming and drafting to polishing and finalizing the work. Beyond that, he developed a comprehensive plan and ensured every deadline was met.

Parent of Yale '30 Student
College Essay Coaching

How It Works

1

Diagnostic

A full-length practice test shows exactly where the points are for your student.

2

A Personalized Plan

We match your student with the right instructor and build a plan aimed at a test date and target schools.

3

Test Day

Weekly instruction, practice, and checkpoints until your student walks in prepared and confident.

Ready to Talk It Through?

Tell us where your student is starting and which schools they're aiming for, and we'll recommend the right format.

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