Unlike any test prep company you’ve ever met…

Our Story

After ten years in the industry of private test prep and admissions consulting, we’ve never forgotten our roots. Our purpose has been and will always remain the same: the smile of self-satisfaction, and self-recognition that students experience when they get the news that they’ve been accepted into their dream college or awarded tens of thousands of dollars in academic and athletic scholarships.

Of course, nothing compares to the lesson proven true in that moment that yes, hard work does pay off.

We’ve supported students of many walks of life, races, languages, and aspirations—community leaders, varsity athletes, opera singers, environmental researchers, digital artists, computer scientists—but they’ve all had one thing in common: a dream to learn more and grow themselves in ways they could not imagine. And they had a family who backed them up.

We are pleased to continue our mission here in Los Angeles as we enter the next decade of our growing practice. We hope to see you soon!

Pay It Forward

The community outreach dimension of our practice is an intrinsic part of our mission. We partner with youth organizations, former prisoner rehabilitation programs, and religious groups to deliver our services to those most in need.

Our scholarship program for families with incomes falling below 1.5x the federal poverty guidelines awards one Los Angeles high school student per year a 90% discount on all tutoring rates and packages, including our comprehensive college admissions consulting services. Our past scholarship honorees have received full scholarships and acceptances to some of the most prestigious schools in the country.

Contact us to learn more about our programs and how you can help us benefit the youth in our community.

Invest in our youth: they are the future of our city, our country, and our planet…

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  • Margaret has been beyond instrumental with guiding me through my university-level calculus course. She is truly an expert, and her dedication to helping me excel in the class made all the difference in the world. She is extremely kind, patient, and explains difficult concepts in a way that makes them easy to understand. She took the time to understand my struggles and my learning style, and was truly passionate about helping me. Margaret went above and beyond to ensure that I was successful in the class, and I couldn’t have done it without her. She even provided me with additional resources and practice problems. Beyond calculus, Margaret is more than just a tutor, she is a genuine and supportive mentor who boosted my confidence in my overall math skills. She truly believed in my potential and motivated me to work hard. I am extremely grateful to her for her support.

    —Claudia K., University of Miami

  • Harvard Tutors of Los Angeles helped me tremendously in my time studying and preparing for the SAT in my junior and senior year of High School. Because of the help of amazing tutors like Margaret, I was able to have the right tools and resources to prepare and succeed in achieving my target score on the SAT. Margaret's guidance and expertise not only improved my understanding of the test material but also boosted my confidence in tackling challenging questions. The personalized approach to tutoring and the strategies she taught me were invaluable in navigating the exam with ease. Thanks to Harvard Tutors of Los Angeles and Margaret, I was able to reach my full potential and secure admission to my dream college.

    —Julien Z., Georgia Institute of Technology

  • I used Margaret for the past six months for SAT tutoring. She has helped me immensely. She raised my score over 250 points just after the first test I took with her help. I am now taking my second test and hoping to raise it over 400 points. I recommend her services to anyone looking to raise their scores.

    —Lauren W., University of Florida

  • I worked with Margaret for my SAT tutoring. I had a beyond amazing experience with her. She took her time getting to know me and my learning styles instead of just jumping right into the curriculum. She helped me curate a unique plan that worked best for me. Doing so allowed me to successfully study independently in order to solidify what I learned in her sessions. Margaret helped me increase my score and get into my dream school! I truly wouldn’t be where I am today without her help!

    —Eva C., Villanova University