SAT Academy by Harvard Student Agencies

The SAT Academy

by Harvard Student Agencies

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Our Approach

Unique Harvard Insight

Your instructors are current Harvard undergraduates who recently sat for the SAT and earned top scores on their way to one of the most competitive schools in the country. You're learning from people who know exactly what the exam demands today, and can share the strategies and mindset that got them there.

Individualized Approach

SAT Academy isn't a one-size-fits-all curriculum delivered to a crowded lecture hall. We keep cohorts small so instruction can flex to your strengths and target what's actually holding your score back, the questions you miss, the sections that slow you down, the habits worth building.

Non-Profit, Mission-Driven

SAT Academy is run by Harvard Student Agencies, a non-profit, not a for-profit company focused on maximizing revenue per student. Our mission is to make expert, high-quality test prep genuinely accessible, which is why students get Harvard-caliber instruction for under $21 an hour.

The SAT Isn't a Knowledge Test

If you're a high school student thinking about college admissions, the SAT is probably already on your mind, and preparing for a high-stakes test while juggling classes and extracurriculars can feel overwhelming.

The real challenge: knowing when to take the exam, understanding the unfamiliar Digital SAT format, and figuring out which strategies actually move the needle before test day.

What often gets missed: the SAT rewards time management, pattern recognition, and composure under pressure, not just knowledge. That's why even strong students miss points without the right approach.

2 sessions a week.

24 Hours of Instruction.

4 weeks.

3 hours a session.

Under $21 an hour.

2 sessions a week.

24 Hours of Instruction.

4 weeks.

3 hours a session.

Under $21 an hour.

2 sessions a week.

24 Hours of Instruction.

4 weeks.

3 hours a session.

Under $21 an hour.

SAT Academy by Harvard Student Agencies is an on-campus program built to help motivated high school students maximize their performance on the Digital SAT. Held at Harvard University, it brings students together for focused, in-person preparation in a setting designed to keep them engaged and accountable.

What you'll do: Across the four weeks, you'll work through every section of the exam, work through content, strategy, and tricks from a Harvard instructor. Each session builds on the last, so the strategies you learn early have time to become second nature before test day.

The outcome: Our students have seen an average increase of 120 points on their SAT.

Materials and Resources

Online Practice Platform

Use our online practice platform for practice tests and question sets to practice like it's test day.

Coursebook

Get access to a physical coursebook created by HSA with content, strategy, practice problems, and reference sheets.

Analytics

Receive an in-depth report on your performance for each practice test and your overall improvement throughout the course.

What to Expect at SAT Academy by HSA

EXPERT INSTRUCTION

Learn from top-performing instructors.

At SAT Academy, you'll learn from accomplished instructors, averaging a 1570 on the SAT, who have excelled on the exam and helped students achieve an average increase of 120 points on our practice platform. Through engaging lessons, targeted practice, and personalized guidance, our team breaks complex concepts into manageable steps and builds the foundation you need to succeed. You'll gain real insight into what separates a strong performance from an exceptional one. Apply now.

Proven Strategies

Practice Like Test Day

Success on the SAT takes more than knowing the material, it takes knowing how to take the test. Throughout the program, you'll learn proven strategies for managing your time, recognizing common question patterns, avoiding frequent mistakes, and approaching each section with confidence. Our instructors teach practical frameworks that help you work more efficiently and make the most of every minute on test day. Apply now.

Personalized Feedback

Achieve Your Target Score

Every student arrives at SAT Academy with different strengths, challenges, and goals, so we provide individualized feedback designed to help you make meaningful progress. Through practice assessments, performance analysis, and one-on-one support, you'll get a clear picture of where you stand and what to work on next. You'll leave with a personalized roadmap for continued improvement, so the skills and strategies you build keep paying off long after the program ends. Apply now.