Veritas tutors teach students to think and solve problems.
We approach test prep as a mental discipline – a unique opportunity
to develop and apply one's innate intelligence more effectively.

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what we do

1-on-1 TEST PREP
Tutors skilled in our unique methods offer comprehensive preparation for SAT, ACT, ISEE, SSAT, SSHSAT, GRE, LSAT, MCAT, Hunter Test, TACHS and most SAT Subject Tests and AP exams.
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1-on-1 ACADEMIC TUTORING
We have tutors who specialize in almost all academic subjects. A select cadre of Veritas tutors specialize in a more comprehensive mentorship - helping students who lack academic enthusiasm or ability turn into passionate learners.
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TEST PREP CLASSES
In addition to the classes that we offer at various New York City independent schools, we offer small, group classes at various times of the year.
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REMOTE TUTORING
Get a top New York City tutor to help your child learn or gain admission to a high school, college or graduate school. For several years now, we have used our unique methods over skype to raise academic performance, reading levels and test scores all over the United States and the world. The technology lets us come to you wherever you are.
Email us at info@veritastutors.com and we will call you to explain the process.
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why we're different

READING
  • - Improve reading level, including understanding of arguments, images and vocabulary
  • - Strengthen a student's voice, making her a stronger reader and writer
  • - Cultivate interest and joy in reading
  • - Increase a student's cultural literacy and knowledge about the world
THINKING
  • - Improve reading level, including understanding of arguments, images and vocabulary
  • - Strengthen a student's voice, making her a stronger reader and writer
  • - Cultivate interest and joy in reading
  • - Increase a student's cultural literacy and knowledge about the world
MOTIVATION
  • - Improve reading level, including understanding of arguments, images and vocabulary
  • - Strengthen a student's voice, making her a stronger reader and writer
  • - Cultivate interest and joy in reading
  • - Increase a student's cultural literacy and knowledge about the world

our techniques

reading, thinking, discipline + motivation

Veritas has earned a pristine reputation for consistently raising scores while positively impacting the lives of students. We go beyond the short cuts and rote memorization that other test preparations practice by coaching our students in a discipline that makes them better at reading, thinking and focusing under pressure. Year after year, our students' high scores confirm fundamental shifts in their abilities as readers and problem solvers. They learn to tap the very real advantages that lie within themselves.

who we are

Our partners

The following schools and institutions have chose Veritas to provide their test prep services...
Trinity School ...................................................................................................... SAT Course
The Brearly School ................................................................................... SAT Verbal Intensive
The Browning School ............................................................................................. SAT Course
The Chapin School ................................................................................................ SAT Course
Financial Women's Association at Murry Bergtraum High School .................................. SAT Course
Junior High School 231 ...................................................................................... SHSAT Course
Saint Vincent Ferrer High School .............................................................. SAT and PSAT Course
Friends Seminary .......................................................................... SAT Essay Writing Workshop
Packer Collegiate Institute ............................................................. SAT Essay Writing Workshop
Queens High School for the Sciences at York College ................................................ SAT Course
Veritas has collaborated with the following schools and institutions to donate services...
APEX (Asian Profession Extension) ................................................................ Free SHSAT Course
Explore Schools .................................................................................. Low Cost SHSAT Course
Queens High School for the Sciences at York College
and Congressman Gregory Meeks ....................................................... Scholarship SHSAT Course
Teach For America (TFA) ......... Low Cost SHSAT Course + Corps Member Professional Development

testimonials

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LEARNING TOOLS

We also make custom applications to help motivate and encourage learning

Books, podcasts + publications

SEEING THE GOOD
IN STANDARDIZED
TESTS
AN OP-ED
BY VERITAS FOUNDER MATT BARDIN

It's not surprising that many people seem repulsed by standardized testing. The idea that performance on a test can influence important events in one's life feels wrong on a variety of levels. Criticism of admissions tests like the SAT and ACT has gotten so pronounced that even the makers of the tests have abandoned lofty claims for their elegant products. By measuring reading and thinking skills, however, standardized tests not only convey useful information about candidates for admission, they offer unique opportunities for learning and growth.

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Zen and the art
of the
sat
A book
BY VERITAS FOUNDER MATT BARDIN

How do you prepare for a test?

Study the material, of course. But studying for the SAT is different-knowing facts is not enough. On the SAT, basic information is presented in tricky new combinations, and getting the right answers depends less on what you know than on how you think.

Zen in the Art of the SAT, written for those in grades 9-12, can help you achieve your highest score on the new SAT.

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Sirius Podcast

A podcast
BY VERITAS FOUNDERS
MATT BARDIN And Will

How do you prepare for a test?

Study the material, of course. But studying for the SAT is different-knowing facts is not enough. On the SAT, basic information is presented in tricky new combinations, and getting the right answers depends less on what you know than on how you think.

Zen in the Art of the SAT, written for those in grades 9-12, can help you achieve your highest score on the new SAT.

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HOw to outsmart
the act
A book
BY VERITAS Tutor Chris Arp

How do you prepare for a test?

Study the material, of course. But studying for the SAT is different-knowing facts is not enough. On the SAT, basic information is presented in tricky new combinations, and getting the right answers depends less on what you know than on how you think.

Zen in the Art of the SAT, written for those in grades 9-12, can help you achieve your highest score on the new SAT.

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FAQ

SAT + ACT FAQ
What are the SAT dates for the the 2013-2014 school year?

Your latest test date depends on the deadline(s) of the school(s) that you are applying to and whether you're applying for early or regular admissions. It's common that early admissions applicants can take their latest test in November, and regular admissions applicants in December or January. Even though scores for these tests may come out after deadlines for submission of applications, many colleges will still take these scores into consideration. Make sure, however, by checking with the admissions office of the college(s) to which you're applying.

When are SAT registration deadlines for 2013-2014?

Your latest test date depends on the deadline(s) of the school(s) that you are applying to and whether you're applying for early or regular admissions. It's common that early admissions applicants can take their latest test in November, and regular admissions applicants in December or January. Even though scores for these tests may come out after deadlines for submission of applications, many colleges will still take these scores into consideration. Make sure, however, by checking with the admissions office of the college(s) to which you're applying.

What are the ACT dates for the the 2013-2014 school year?

Your latest test date depends on the deadline(s) of the school(s) that you are applying to and whether you're applying for early or regular admissions. It's common that early admissions applicants can take their latest test in November, and regular admissions applicants in December or January. Even though scores for these tests may come out after deadlines for submission of applications, many colleges will still take these scores into consideration. Make sure, however, by checking with the admissions office of the college(s) to which you're applying.

When are ACT registration deadlines for 2013-2014?

Your latest test date depends on the deadline(s) of the school(s) that you are applying to and whether you're applying for early or regular admissions. It's common that early admissions applicants can take their latest test in November, and regular admissions applicants in December or January. Even though scores for these tests may come out after deadlines for submission of applications, many colleges will still take these scores into consideration. Make sure, however, by checking with the admissions office of the college(s) to which you're applying.

Should I take the SAT or the ACT?

Your latest test date depends on the deadline(s) of the school(s) that you are applying to and whether you're applying for early or regular admissions. It's common that early admissions applicants can take their latest test in November, and regular admissions applicants in December or January. Even though scores for these tests may come out after deadlines for submission of applications, many colleges will still take these scores into consideration. Make sure, however, by checking with the admissions office of the college(s) to which you're applying.

What are differences between the SAT and ACT?

Your latest test date depends on the deadline(s) of the school(s) that you are applying to and whether you're applying for early or regular admissions. It's common that early admissions applicants can take their latest test in November, and regular admissions applicants in December or January. Even though scores for these tests may come out after deadlines for submission of applications, many colleges will still take these scores into consideration. Make sure, however, by checking with the admissions office of the college(s) to which you're applying.

When is the latest that I can take the SAT?

Your latest test date depends on the deadline(s) of the school(s) that you are applying to and whether you're applying for early or regular admissions. It's common that early admissions applicants can take their latest test in November, and regular admissions applicants in December or January. Even though scores for these tests may come out after deadlines for submission of applications, many colleges will still take these scores into consideration. Make sure, however, by checking with the admissions office of the college(s) to which you're applying.

How many times should I take the SAT?

Your latest test date depends on the deadline(s) of the school(s) that you are applying to and whether you're applying for early or regular admissions. It's common that early admissions applicants can take their latest test in November, and regular admissions applicants in December or January. Even though scores for these tests may come out after deadlines for submission of applications, many colleges will still take these scores into consideration. Make sure, however, by checking with the admissions office of the college(s) to which you're applying.

Will the college I apply to see all of my SAT and ACT scores?

Your latest test date depends on the deadline(s) of the school(s) that you are applying to and whether you're applying for early or regular admissions. It's common that early admissions applicants can take their latest test in November, and regular admissions applicants in December or January. Even though scores for these tests may come out after deadlines for submission of applications, many colleges will still take these scores into consideration. Make sure, however, by checking with the admissions office of the college(s) to which you're applying.

Do colleges prefer the SAT?

Your latest test date depends on the deadline(s) of the school(s) that you are applying to and whether you're applying for early or regular admissions. It's common that early admissions applicants can take their latest test in November, and regular admissions applicants in December or January. Even though scores for these tests may come out after deadlines for submission of applications, many colleges will still take these scores into consideration. Make sure, however, by checking with the admissions office of the college(s) to which you're applying.

Since colleges that demand SAT Subject Tests will accept an ACT score instead, can I take the ACT and skip the Subject Tests?

Your latest test date depends on the deadline(s) of the school(s) that you are applying to and whether you're applying for early or regular admissions. It's common that early admissions applicants can take their latest test in November, and regular admissions applicants in December or January. Even though scores for these tests may come out after deadlines for submission of applications, many colleges will still take these scores into consideration. Make sure, however, by checking with the admissions office of the college(s) to which you're applying.

Do I need to prepare for and take both the ACT and SAT or should I focus on one or the other?

Your latest test date depends on the deadline(s) of the school(s) that you are applying to and whether you're applying for early or regular admissions. It's common that early admissions applicants can take their latest test in November, and regular admissions applicants in December or January. Even though scores for these tests may come out after deadlines for submission of applications, many colleges will still take these scores into consideration. Make sure, however, by checking with the admissions office of the college(s) to which you're applying.

SAT SUBJECT TEST FAQ
Do I need to prepare for and take both the ACT and SAT or should I focus on one or the other?

Your latest test date depends on the deadline(s) of the school(s) that you are applying to and whether you're applying for early or regular admissions. It's common that early admissions applicants can take their latest test in November, and regular admissions applicants in December or January. Even though scores for these tests may come out after deadlines for submission of applications, many colleges will still take these scores into consideration. Make sure, however, by checking with the admissions office of the college(s) to which you're applying.

SSAT + ISEE FAQ
Do I need to prepare for and take both the ACT and SAT or should I focus on one or the other?

Your latest test date depends on the deadline(s) of the school(s) that you are applying to and whether you're applying for early or regular admissions. It's common that early admissions applicants can take their latest test in November, and regular admissions applicants in December or January. Even though scores for these tests may come out after deadlines for submission of applications, many colleges will still take these scores into consideration. Make sure, however, by checking with the admissions office of the college(s) to which you're applying.

HUNTER TEST FAQ
Do I need to prepare for and take both the ACT and SAT or should I focus on one or the other?

Your latest test date depends on the deadline(s) of the school(s) that you are applying to and whether you're applying for early or regular admissions. It's common that early admissions applicants can take their latest test in November, and regular admissions applicants in December or January. Even though scores for these tests may come out after deadlines for submission of applications, many colleges will still take these scores into consideration. Make sure, however, by checking with the admissions office of the college(s) to which you're applying.

ISEE FAQ
Do I need to prepare for and take both the ACT and SAT or should I focus on one or the other?

Your latest test date depends on the deadline(s) of the school(s) that you are applying to and whether you're applying for early or regular admissions. It's common that early admissions applicants can take their latest test in November, and regular admissions applicants in December or January. Even though scores for these tests may come out after deadlines for submission of applications, many colleges will still take these scores into consideration. Make sure, however, by checking with the admissions office of the college(s) to which you're applying.