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Live virtual Digital SAT prep for high school students nationwide – combining live certified instruction, proven critical thinking strategies, and a 24/7 CTC AI Study Coach.
Fully updated for the Digital SAT – adaptive format, 1600-point scale, Reading & Writing and Math sections.
Complete 4-Week Course
$497
Small groups led by CTC certified tutors –
Improve your score with proven strategies and your CTC AI Study Coach
Live Online Instruction
90-Minute Sessions
1,200+ Realistic
Practice Questions
1:1 Consultation Included
(valued at $250)
What Is the Digital SAT?
The SAT is the standardized college admissions exam accepted by virtually every college and university in the United States. A strong SAT score can open doors to better schools, more scholarships, and stronger financial aid packages.
The Digital SAT consists of two sections: Reading and Writing, and Math. The exam lasts 2 hours and 14 minutes (134 minutes). All math questions allow calculator use. Math covers algebra, advanced math, data analysis, geometry, and trigonometry. Reading and Writing covers literature, science, and history passages.
Each section is adaptive – the second module adjusts in difficulty based on your Module 1 performance. A strong Module 1 opens the door to a higher ceiling in Module 2. The Digital SAT is taken on your own device with the Bluebook app, or on a College Board loaner device at the testing center.
Digital SAT Format
Reading & Writing
54 questions — 64 min total
Module 1: 27 questions — 32 min
Module 2 (adaptive): 27 questions — 32 min
Math
44 questions — 70 min total
Module 1: 22 questions — 35 min
Module 2 (adaptive): 22 questions — 35 min
Total: 134 min (2 hr 14 min) | 98 questions | Score: 400-1600 | Calculator allowed entire Math section
Two Things Working Together – That No One Else Offers
Most test prep companies give you one or the other. A classroom course with a live teacher. Or an app with AI practice. CTC gives you both – working together.
LIVE INSTRUCTION
Your CTC Tutor
They know the Digital SAT inside out – including how the adaptive format works. They know your student’s weak spots and they adjust instruction in real time. This is where strategy is built – and where we develop the critical thinking skills that help students on test day and in every classroom after.
BETWEEN EVERY SESSION
Your AI Coach
Works 24/7 between every session. Adapts to exactly where your student struggled, generates personalized practice questions, and explains concepts instantly. Think of it as your child’s personal AI study buddy – always available, always on their side. No waiting until next session for an answer.
The result: The result: CTC students improve 3-5x faster than traditional test prep. The certified tutor builds critical thinking and SAT strategy. The CTC AI Study Coach executes it every single day until test day.
Why CTC Students Improve Faster
Traditional test prep asks students to wait until the next class for help. CTC students never wait. Here is the difference.
What’s Included in Every Course
✓ 4 Live Group Sessions — 90 minutes each, live via Zoom. Expert certified CTC tutor covers all four sections of the Digital SAT with proven strategies.
✓ 1,200+ Realistic Practice Questions — Aligned to the Digital SAT format. Released progressively so students build skills systematically throughout the course.
✓ Full-Length Timed Practice Tests — Taken between sessions. Mirrors the real Digital SAT format, timing, and difficulty so there are no surprises on test day.
✓ Detailed Explanations — Every practice question explained in full. Not just the answer — the reasoning and strategy behind it.
✓ Parent Progress Reports — Real-time scores, section breakdowns, and improvement trends. Check anytime from any device.
✓ 1:1 Consultation (valued at $250) — A private session with a CTC expert to review diagnostic results, set score goals, and build a test-day strategy. Included at no extra cost.
✓ Critical Thinking Skills — Our method does not just teach test strategies. We develop the underlying critical thinking skills that improve performance across all sections of the Digital SAT and beyond.
✓ Small Group Setting – Our small group size means every student gets heard, questions get answered, and no one falls behind.
✓ 3-Month Platform Access — Access to the CTC learning platform through test day. Can be extended beyond 3 months.
CTC AI Study Coach — Available 24/7
Every enrolled student gets access to their CTC AI Study Coach between every session – available nights, weekends, and whenever your child is ready to practice. It adapts to their specific weak areas, generates personalized practice questions, and explains concepts at their pace. Think of it as your child’s personal AI study buddy — always on their side, always available, never too busy to help.
The CTC AI Study Coach keeps the critical thinking skills sharp every single day between sessions.
Built with student safety in mind. Our AI is restricted to academic content only. Students can only interact within our verified question bank — so you never have to worry about off-topic or inappropriate conversations.
Developed by Lemi-Ola Erinkitola, Co-Chair of NIST/NICE K-12 Cybersecurity Community of Interest and founder of The Critical Thinking Child – and supported by the Kapor Foundation AI Literacy Grant, awarded to develop responsible AI guidelines for K-12 students.
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Begin with a Proctored Mock Exam
We ask every family to start here. Know exactly where your student stands before enrolling in a course. Families who start with the mock exam are more prepared — and get better results.
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SAT Proctored Mock Exam + Score Review
Full-length proctored exam with a live certified CTC tutor. Complete score report and results review included.
- Full-length SAT mock exam, live and proctored by a certified CTC tutor
- 2 hours 14 minutes with a live certified CTC tutor – timed under real Digital SAT conditions. Reading & Writing: 54 questions in 64 minutes. Math: 44 questions in 70 minutes. Calculator allowed for all Math. Our coaches are on for the full session.
- Complete score report with section breakdown – Reading & Writing score and Math score. Total composite score 400-1600.
- Results review with your proctor – know exactly what to work on and which course block fits your timeline
CTC expert to review diagnostic results, set score goals, and build a test-day strategy. Included at no extra cost with Mock exam
Choose Your Session
Saturdays & Sundays – choose your day at checkout. 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM CT | 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM ET. Each course is 4 weeks timed to end approximately one week before your SAT test date.
Prep for June 6, 2026 SAT
Live Online Instructor
Saturdays or Sundays
May 2 – May 24, 2026
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM CT
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM ET
Course Schedule
Week 1: May 2 & 3
Practice Test 2 (before May 9)
Week 2: May 9 & 10
Week 3: May 16 & 17
Practice Test 3 (before May 23)
Week 4: May 23 & 24
SAT Test Day: June 6, 2026 | Reg deadline: May 22, 2026
Prep for Aug 22, 2026 SAT
Live Online Instructor
Saturdays or Sundays
Jul 18 – Aug 9, 2026
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM CT
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM ET
Course Schedule
Week 1: Jul 18 & 19
Practice Test 2 (before Jul 25)
Week 2: Jul 25 & 26
Week 3: Aug 1 & 2
Practice Test 3 (before Aug 8)
Week 4: Aug 8 & 9
SAT Test Day: Aug 22, 2026 | Reg deadline: TBA
Prep for Oct 3, 2026 SAT
Live Online Instructor
Saturdays or Sundays
Aug 29 – Sep 20, 2026
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM CT
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM ET
Course Schedule
Week 1: Aug 29 & 30
Practice Test 2 (before Sep 5)
Week 2: Sep 5 & 6
Week 3: Sep 12 & 13
Practice Test 3 (before Sep 19)
Week 4: Sep 19 & 20
SAT Test Day: Oct 3, 2026 | Reg deadline: TBA
Prep for Nov 7, 2026 SAT
Live Online Instructor
Saturdays or Sundays
Oct 3 – Oct 25, 2026
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM CT
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM ET
Course Schedule
Week 1: Oct 3 & 4
Practice Test 2 (before Oct 10)
Week 2: Oct 10 & 11
Week 3: Oct 17 & 18
Practice Test 3 (before Oct 24)
Week 4: Oct 24 & 25
SAT Test Day: Nov 7, 2026 | Reg deadline: TBA
Prep for Mar 6, 2027 SAT
Live Online Instructor
Saturdays or Sundays
Jan 30 – Feb 21, 2027
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM CT
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM ET
Course Schedule
Week 1: Jan 30 & 31
Practice Test 2 (before Feb 6)
Week 2: Feb 6 & 7
Week 3: Feb 13 & 14
Practice Test 3 (before Feb 20)
Week 4: Feb 20 & 21
SAT Test Day: Mar 6, 2027 | Reg deadline: TBA
Prep for May 1, 2027 SAT
Live Online Instructor
Saturdays or Sundays
Mar 27 – Apr 18, 2027
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM CT
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM ET
Course Schedule
Week 1: Mar 27 & 28
Practice Test 2 (before Apr 3)
Week 2: Apr 3 & 4
Week 3: Apr 10 & 11
Practice Test 3 (before Apr 17)
Week 4: Apr 17 & 18
SAT Test Day: May 1, 2027 | Reg deadline: TBA
Why Families Trust CTC
15+ Years of Building Critical Thinkers
Since 2010, we have prepared students not just to pass tests, but to think. That critical thinking foundation is why our results last beyond test day.
Certified Expert Tutors
Every session is led by a certified CTC tutor. Small groups mean your student is never invisible and every question gets answered.
CTC AI Study Coach
Your student keeps learning between sessions with their personal AI Study Coach – adapts to their weak areas, available 24/7, restricted to academic content only. Think of it as their AI study buddy that never sleeps.
Updated for the Digital SAT
Our curriculum and strategies are fully updated for the new shorter format, adjusted timing, and optional Science section.
Stanford NSSA Badge
Recognized by Stanford University’s National Student Support Accelerator for evidence-based tutoring program design excellence.
1:1 Consultation Included
Every student gets a private consultation to review results and build a personalized path to their goal score. Valued at $250. Included free.
Upcoming SAT Test Dates
2026-2027
What Families Say
“We saw a significant score improvement – my child went from 1140 to 1260 on the SAT. The data dashboard was especially valuable in helping us understand exactly where the gaps were and where the opportunities for improvement were. The course was absolutely worth the investment. Thank you.”
– CTC Parent, Houston TX
“I have test anxiety – and that may just be part of how I am wired. But CTC helped me work through it and get my best possible score. I am really grateful for the patience and support throughout the course. Thank you.”
– CTC Student, Smyrna GA
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Digital SAT?
The Digital SAT is taken on a device – your own or a College Board loaner. Adaptive – Module 2 adjusts based on Module 1 performance. Two sections: Reading & Writing and Math. Total: 134 minutes. Score: 400-1600.
How can my student improve so much in just 4 sessions?
The CTC AI Study Coach works 24/7 between sessions, generating personalized practice and reinforcing critical thinking skills. The certified tutor sets strategy during class. That combination is why CTC students improve 3-5x faster than traditional programs.
What is the CTC AI Study Coach?
Your student’s personal AI learning companion, available 24/7. Think of it as their AI study buddy. Adapts to their weak areas. Restricted to academic content only – verified question bank only. Developed by Lemi-Ola Erinkitola, Co-Chair of NIST/NICE K-12 Cybersecurity COI, supported by Kapor Foundation AI Literacy Grant.
Should my student take the ACT or SAT?
Both accepted everywhere. Start with a proctored mock exam. The 1:1 consultation will help analyze results and choose the better test.
Q: What makes the Digital SAT harder than people expect?
The adaptive format catches many students off guard. Strong Module 1 performance means harder Module 2 – but a higher ceiling. Our courses specifically prepare students for this adaptive challenge.
What device does my student need for class and for the actual SAT?
For CTC class: laptop with Zoom. For the actual SAT: own device with Bluebook app, or request a College Board loaner. Recommend practicing on the same device type they plan to use test day.
What is the 1:1 Consultation?
Private session with a CTC expert. Reviews diagnostic results, sets score goals, discusses section priorities, and builds test-day strategy. Valued at $250. Included free.
What device does my student need for class and for the actual SAT?
For CTC class: laptop with Zoom. For the actual SAT: own device with Bluebook app, or request a College Board loaner. Recommend practicing on the same device type they plan to use test day.
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