Name: Prep Expert
Address: 930 S 4th Street, Ste 209 #3250, Las Vegas, Nevada
Rating: 4.69

“My instructors name is Ilia Kolmagorov. Prep expert is definitely a helpful course. You get plenty of practice problems, which will highly benefit your score on the SAT. I learned the more practice problems you do, the less confusing the SAT will be because you will have seen the types of problems before. In that case, the practice gets a five out of five. But I found the actual classes to not be as helpful as they should’ve been. Not that they were poor, but I found them to be slightly unnecessary. We did indeed learn some helpful strategies in the classes, but while going over homework problems, (witch is the majority of the class) it can really get messy and confusing. Either the instructor could go too fast, the writing can get all over the place, or the actual problem is difficult for one to understand. It’s difficult to do this online as everyone has different learning habits. Therefore, it’s difficult to engage just via a chat box. Online classes are never going to be perfect so I do not fully hold that against Prep Expert. The classes are three hours long with two ten minute breaks in between, and I found that to be very challenging, as it’s just way too long. I would’ve preferred more classes per week with shorter runtimes. I do understand the challenge of instructors availability though. I really do think you’re paying for the amount of practice problems that you really can’t get anywhere else. However, at the end of the day, I would recommend Prep Expert to anybody looking to improve their SAT score.”

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Posted 4 months ago

“I was hesitant at first about taking these classes especially with it being a summer course, but I must say I am extremely grateful for this course. There was a plethora of exercises and resources that improved my score 120 points! The way it is set up with the homework helped me to stay accountable and truly prepare for the test. My instructor, Ilia Kolmagorov, was one of the most influential teachers I’ve had. Even over zoom he was able to make it interactive and enjoyable! I learned many lessons about not only math and grammar, but other skills I can incorporate into the school year. He left us with great parting words that were very motivating! I highly recommend this course. If you really give everything they say a chance, you’ll realize how truly beneficial it is. Thank you!”

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Posted 4 months ago

“My instructor was Ilia Kolmagorov. My score significantly improved over 300 points, from the prep expert, and blue book practice tests. Ilia was an outstanding, and funny instructor. He always kept me engaged with the lessons and he gave great advice, for the SAT, and steps about the college application process. Additionally, my favorite part about each class were the strategies that I learned for math, reading, and writing. These strategies helped me to improve my score, and gave me further insight into the SAT, in terms of approaching different topics. Over all, Prep Expert was a fantastic resource to improving my SAT scores, and I have the confidence that the preparation and practice from Prep Expert will help me achieve my goal of achieving the best SAT score for myself, and leading me to go on and achieve my life goals.”

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Posted 4 months ago

“I thought Prep Expert was helpful in some aspects. My instructor was Ilia Kolmagorov, and I believe he did a great job in keeping the class engaged with his humor. The tips and tricks were useful, but I wish we had more time to answer some practice questions by ourselves during class, instead of mindlessly going over practice questions from the homework. More polls throughout the class would be more helpful in my opinion, because it allows students to critically think about more questions right after learning about the tips and tricks. Overall, I have seen some progress in my test scores, and I thank the Prep Expert for my improvement.”

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Posted 4 months ago

“Great program; loved ilia and his funny, easygoing, but useful lectures and lessons.”

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Posted 4 months ago

“Ilia kolmagorov was my instructor. The course helped me understand math more. Also, it helped me learn to focus and get the most out of the question I do.”

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Posted 4 months ago

“Ilia was amazing! He was engaging and made every class fun! He was organized and taught very helpful strategies that have already made my score improve drastically!”

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Posted 4 months ago

“Ilia was amazing! He was engaging and made every class fun! He was organized and taught very helpful strategies that have already made my score improve drastically!”

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Posted 4 months ago

“I recently took a Prep Expert course with Illia Kolmagorav, and it was an excellent experience. Illia’s teaching style was engaging and clear, making complex concepts easier to understand. Thanks to the targeted strategies and practice tests, my SAT score improved significantly. What I particularly liked about the course was the personalized feedback and the comprehensive study materials provided. Overall, Prep Expert, led by Illia, offered a well-structured program that truly helped boost my score.”

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Posted 4 months ago

“Ilia Kolmogorov was extremely active and nice during the entire 6 weeks and he made sure we knew everything about the course down to the last detail.”

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Posted 4 months ago

“In the grand journey of learning, where every step is a discovery, my heart swells with gratitude for my tutor Ilia Kolmagorov. Through teaching me the BOSS strategy that guided me through the SAT reading maze and the cheat sheet illuminating the path in SAT Math, you’ve shown a remarkable dedication that shines brightly. Yet, it’s not just the skills you’ve gained that move me, but your vibrant spirit allowing you to turn each lesson into a lively adventure. Your passion and energy has breathed life into our studies, making every challenge feel like a chance to grow. Thank you for your tireless effort and for bringing a spark of joy to this journey. Your commitment and enthusiasm has transformed this experience into something truly special and unforgettable. While I deeply appreciate the personalized guidance and infectious enthusiasm of my tutor Ilia Kolmagorov, there's a wonderful opportunity for PrepExpert to further amplify the learning experience. While the BOSS strategy and SAT Math cheat sheets are incredibly valuable, adding explanatory videos to accompany these strategies could enhance comprehension and application. Videos have the potential to provide dynamic, visual representations of the concepts and techniques discussed, making them more tangible and easier to follow. They can also offer additional examples and clarifications that reinforce the strategies taught. By integrating such resources, PrepExpert would not only complement the exceptional teaching already provided but also cater to various learning styles, ensuring that all students can benefit fully from their innovative strategies. This enhancement would make the preparation process even more engaging and effective, continuing to build on the positive impact already achieved. To conclude, in reflecting on the journey of learning with my tutor Ilia Kolmagorov, it’s clear that their dedication and vibrant spirit have transformed my experience into one of growth and joy. The BOSS strategy and SAT Math cheat sheets have been invaluable tools, guiding me through complex challenges with clarity and support. Yet, to further enrich this experience, PrepExpert could consider integrating explanatory videos alongside their current strategies. Such videos would offer dynamic, visual explanations that complement the excellent teaching already provided, making the learning process even more engaging and accessible. This thoughtful enhancement would build on the foundation of enthusiasm and commitment that has made this journey so special, ensuring that all students can benefit from a deeper and more effective understanding of their preparation strategies. I thank my tutor Ilia Kolmagorov and PrepExpert for increasing my chances overall for a better career. Sincerely, Anirudh”

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Posted 4 months ago

“My instructor, Ilia Kolmagorov, was extremely knowledgeable in every subject. I noticed my score on the practice tests increased by 250+ points, and now I am extremely confident in my abilities to improve significantly. I honestly wish I would have taken this class prior to my first SAT. Ilia made the classes interesting and easy to follow along, as well as making sure everyone understood the content he was teaching. I would highly recommend him as an instructor! - Brooke Stumpf”

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Posted 4 months ago

“My instructor Ilia Kolmagorov was the best teacher I have had and the way he teaches is a perfect balance between fun and informative. This course has really helped me inporve in different aspects of the SAT and learning how to attack difficult problems in general. I would definitely recommend prep expert to anyone looking for tutoring.”

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Posted 4 months ago

“The instructor Ilia Kolmagorov was great and this course was a good course to cover tips and tricks. They go into depth about no just concepts, but also dig into how the question may have been made to trick you.”

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Posted 4 months ago

“I really like how the homework equips me to do better on the tests and how we go over them in class. The push to do the homework and the practice tests has improved my score and my teacher Isabella was very good at answering all our questions. One thing I think would make the experience a little better is if there weren’t such long breaks which would make it a more compact, two hour session instead of a more drawn out three hour one.”

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Posted 4 months ago

“I really like how the homework equips me to do better on the tests and how we go over them in class. The push to do the homework and the practice tests has improved my score and my teacher Isabella was very good at answering all our questions. One thing I think would make the experience a little better is if there weren’t such long breaks which would make it a more compact, two hour session instead of a more drawn out three hour one.”

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Posted 4 months ago

“My instructor was Ilia Kolmagorov. In a practice psat that I took before I got a 1320. Now in the sat I'm getting in the 1500s range. I liked the hard math quizzes and the vocabulary tests as they were very helpful. I think that one thing that prep expert should add is a hard writing quiz. I personally have to improve more on English so maybe starting the hard writing question slides earlier in th3 course would have been more helpful. Other than that the class was good.”

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Posted 4 months ago

“My instructor was Ilia Kolmagorov, and he was a really good teacher these past 8 weeks! He was able to engage the class very well despite the lack of interaction with students over the Zoom webinar. Although the classes are pretty long (3 hours two days a week!), Ilia was able to keep the class interesting with his fun humor. Apart from this, he was great at explaining all the SAT content, from Math to English. His process of working through every question was so helpful and definitely helped all of us to understand better. I enrolled in Prep Expert's All-Access Plan because I needed help to improve my SAT score. Since I aspire to attend one of the prestigious United States Service Academies, I will need a very competitive SAT score. My first score was a 1340 on the paper SAT last year but on my first Digital SAT, I got a 1420! The next one after that...I got the exact same score, 1420, even after studying on my own for weeks. That's when I realized I needed professional tutoring, and my parents signed me up for Prep Expert. On all my SATs, my English score was in the mid-700s, but my Math score was much worse. No matter what I tried, I could not get past 700 on the Math section, even on Bluebook practice tests. My biggest problem was the hard math questions at the end of Module 2. That's why when I started this program 8 weeks ago, my focus was more on my Math, not really on my English. However, in the past 8 weeks, my total score has improved significantly, both in the Math and English sections! One of the most helpful parts of the Prep Expert strategy is the repetition of many, many practice problems. This made me much better on the practice tests. As part of the homework every week, I had to take a full-length SAT practice test. Because of everything I had cumulatively learned from my classes and homework, my scores on the practice tests went up every week. I even got a 1590 on one of them!!! As I said before, my main focus was to improve Math, but through the program, my English score automatically went up too! Lately, I've been consistently getting perfect scores on the Math section on the practice tests. I think the biggest reason for this improvement was completing Prep Expert's Hard Math Quizzes for homework before every class. These are compilations of the hardest SAT Math questions, and they really helped me get better at the hard questions that I struggled with. I will be taking the SAT later this month and due to the help from Prep Expert, I hope that it will be my last time taking it, hopefully scoring at least a 1550! Thank you to all the people behind this program and a BIG BIG thank you to my amazing instructor Ilia!!!”

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Posted 4 months ago

“ILIA KOLMAGOROV. HE IS THE BEST!!!!! HES SO FUNNY AND CHARMING THAT YOU CANT HELP BUT WANT TO LEARN. He is such a good teacher. Very calm and patient, yet hilarious. I loved the 8 week class so much that I already recommended prep expert to a friend!! He is actually the best teacher I've ever had. This might have been the most enjoyable class I've ever been in, not going to lie. GET THIS MAN A RAISE. Ilia is such an absolute wonderful person to spend 6 hours of my weekend with. I really enjoyed this. This 8 week class has been long but it was so enjoyable because of Ilia. My score improved around 300 points!!! I give all the credit to my teacher, Ilia Kolmagorov. He is very patient and understanding when students are confused and it is very reassuring. Prep Expert inspired me to be the best version of myself. I WILL DEFINITELY BE BACK FOR MORE!!!!!!!! This review is truly coming from my heart. Thank you.”

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Posted 4 months ago

“Llia Kolmagrov was a great instructor who balanced PrepExperts syllabus and the students question making sure all questions were answered while making the class an enjoyable experience. His peculiar sense of humor made the daunting prospect of the SAT a lighter burden to bear. Thank you so much!”

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Posted 4 months ago

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Average Delivery Time	Next Day
On-time Delivery	99%
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Queries Resolved In	Under An Hour
Customer Service	4.5 out of 5
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