PSAT prep course
Course Overview
IvyMax’s PSAT prep course runs for 10 weeks, with one 2-hour session per week, totaling 20 hours of comprehensive instruction. Classes are delivered in small-group format, providing students with structured support and test-specific strategies as they prepare for the PSAT.
Reading & Writing
Students strengthen their ability to read critically, analyze structure and tone, and apply grammar rules effectively. Instruction includes College Board-aligned drills to help students improve sentence clarity and eliminate trap answers.
Verbal instruction includes:
Sentence transitions and rhetorical function
Word choice and context meaning
Grammar, punctuation, and clarity
Math
Students build confidence solving problems with and without a calculator. Instruction focuses on algebra, data analysis, and geometry, with repeated practice in identifying problem types and selecting time-efficient strategies.
Math instruction includes:
Linear and quadratic equations
Data analysis and word problems
Ratios, percentages, and proportional reasoning
Function modeling and graph interpretation
Geometry and coordinate math
Students take full-length PSAT mock exams that replicate official testing conditions. These simulations help reduce anxiety, improve pacing, and build familiarity with the question format. Each test is followed by a personalized score report and strategic review.
Practice time management under real PSAT timing
Understand adaptive question flow and section structure
Gain test-day confidence and reduce last-minute stress
📍 Locations: Arcadia, Cupertino, Fremont, Pleasanton, Irvine, San Diego
In-Center: PSAT Practice Exams
Why IvyMax PSAT Prep Course?
Small-Group Weekly Classes
Students meet in small groups for interactive lessons that build core skills and test strategy without separating content by subject.
Expert-Led Strategy
Each session blends instruction in reading, writing, and math, focusing on comprehension, grammar, logic, and algebra fundamentals using real College Board-style practice.
Proven Teaching Flow
The course follows a systematic weekly plan that builds on prior concepts while steadily introducing new question types and timing strategies. Students build confidence through repetition, clarity, and real College Board-style drills.
In-Center Mock Exams
Students take full-length PSAT mock exams in-person formats. Real-time pacing practice helps students improve time management, while one-on-one reviews target weaknesses.
The PSAT is a preliminary version of the SAT used to assess college readiness and identify top academic performers for the National Merit Scholarship.
A score above 1350 (Selection Index ~200+) is competitive for National Merit consideration in many states.
Yes—PSAT covers the same skill domains as the SAT. Strong PSAT performance often predicts later SAT success.
Frequently Asked Questions
What our Students say their experience?
Daniel S.
9th Grade
“At first, I wasn’t planning to prep for the PSAT because I thought it didn’t matter. But IvyMax made me realize it’s a perfect way to get ahead on SAT topics. The strategies I learned—especially for reading—helped me on both tests. I scored a 1460 on the PSAT and later a 1530 on the SAT.”
Angela T.
10th Grade
“Before IvyMax, I didn’t know what to expect on the PSAT. Their class helped me understand the test structure and improve my timing. I got a 1420, which was much higher than I expected as a 10th grader.”
Mrs. Lin
Parent
“My daughter joined the summer PSAT course and ended up scoring in the top 2%. The small class size and regular practice tests really helped her stay on track. IvyMax gave her the push she needed.”
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