Strive Scholars

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For the past two years, I watched my younger brother and sister navigate the overwhelming maze of SATs, AP exams, and college applications. Having scored nearly perfectly on the SAT and earned admission to my dream school (University of Pennsylvania), I knew I could use what I'd learned to help students just like them. So, I became a test prep tutor. Over the past year, working with tutoring companies big and small, I mastered the strategies and techniques to achieve repeatable success on standardized tests like the SAT, ACT, and AP exams. Along the way, I've helped dozens of students boost their SAT scores by over 200 points and ace their AP exams. But beyond the numbers, I discovered something even more rewarding: I loved it. Seeing students overcome challenges, exceed their own expectations, and build confidence in themselves became the most fulfilling part of the work. I know firsthand how stressful transitioning to college is — not just for students but (maybe even more so) for parents too. I started Strive Scholars to provide personalized support that helps families ease that burden. Any student can succeed. And I'm here to equip them not just with the academic skills they need to excel, but also with the confidence to take on whatever comes next — in college and beyond. I'm currently pursuing a simultaneous BS / MS in Electrical Engineering and a BA in Economics from the University of Pennsylvania. I scored in the 99th percentile on the SAT, was a National Merit Scholarship winner, and received a 5 on 10 different AP tests.

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Serves Santa Rosa, CA

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Kyle Wu

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I am offering COMPLETELY FREE tutoring and college admissions services to my first 3 customers. For my next 3 customers after that, I am offering an 80% DISCOUNT off my base rate for all tutoring and college admissions services. For the next 3 customers after that, I am offering a 60% DISCOUNT off my base rate. And for the next 3 customers after that, I am offering a 40% DISCOUNT off my base rate.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
My process starts with understanding where the student currently stands. I assess their skills through diagnostic tests and review past exams (if applicable) to identify strengths and areas for improvement. From there, I take the time to understand their goals and timelines. With this information, I create a personalized study plan tailored to their needs, and we work together to execute that plan effectively until their test date or application deadline. The student is ultimately the boss, and I tailor my instruction based on each student's unique needs.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
For the past year, I've tutored hundreds of students in the SAT, ACT, and several AP classes, including all levels of calculus, physics, and chemistry. I've helped dozens of students improve their SAT scores by over 200 points, and all my AP students received a 5 on their exams. I've received several 5-star reviews working for tutoring companies big and small, and I'm excited to start my journey running Strive Scholars. I'm graduating from the University of Pennsylvania with a simultaneous BS/MS in electrical engineering, as well as a BA in economics. I scored a nearly perfect score on the SAT, was a National Merit Scholarship winner, and scored a 5 on over 10 AP exams.

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