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A 2-week study plan can boost your SAT score if you target the right skills from day one.

• Prioritize your weakest sections: Identify which sections cost you the most points and spend the majority of your time there.
• Use official practice tests: Take at least one full-length Digital SAT practice test to get familiar with the format and timing.
• Learn time-management strategies: Train yourself to move quickly through easier questions and spend extra time only where it counts.
• Review core math and grammar rules: A quick review of key formulas and punctuation rules can recover several points in a short time.

Working with an experienced SAT coach is the fastest way to identify your gaps and close them before test day.

SAT prep tutors in Columbia typically charge $20/h per hour.

Several factors influence the price:

• Your current score and target score (the gap you need to close)
• The teacher's credentials, expertise, and score improvement results
• How many hours you book and over what time frame
• Whether you prefer in-person coaching or video call sessions

Comparing several tutor profiles helps you find the best value for your budget.

Scoring 1200 on the SAT is a realistic goal for students who prepare with purpose; it represents solid performance across both the Math and Reading & Writing sections.

• Understand the scoring scale: A 1200 breaks down roughly as a 600 in Math and a 600 in Reading & Writing, which reflects a solid command of both sections.
• Identify your starting point: Take a full practice test first to see how close you already are and which sections need the most work.
• Target common question types: Focus your prep on the highest-frequency question types in both sections and you'll see results faster.
• Practice under real test conditions: Simulating test-day conditions — timed, distraction-free, with the same calculator rules — helps you perform at your peak when it counts.

Working with an experienced SAT coach helps you understand exactly which skills to develop to hit your target score.

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