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New York
1 review
26 helpful votes
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Just giving a quick update guys! Following my first semester at Cornell University, I am proud to say that I have achieved Dean's List for my performance in my first semester courses. I have maintained contact with Harvey throughout this entire experience: periodic check ins and discussions with regards to my course load, schedule building, and casual conversations about my current topics of study. I can say that I would not have achieved Dean's List without him. His continuing support and guidance extends far past SAT and ACT exams, and the college application process. Additionally, Harvey has assisted me with my resume which has been crucial in finding job opportunities and internships for the summer. Harvey is the man!

Date of experience: January 23, 2020

HARVEY IS THE CORNELL WIZARD
December 11, 2018
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Last night I was accepted Early Decision to Cornell, my dream school. For two years Harvey has always inspired me. I got 1520 on my first and only SAT because of Harvey. He helped me with my college application and my extracurricular work at the Columbia Neuroscience Lab and starting my own magazine. Harvey won't stop until you get into your school. He wants the best for you. Only thing he asks for is your hard work, if you're not going to put your heart into it, don't expect my results. My first PSAT was 1290 as a Sophomore and I achieved a 1520 with Harvey guiding me. I am a member of the Cornell Class of 2023. Thanks Harvey!

From A Grateful Student,
Rob G

Date of experience: December 11, 2018
Costa Rica
1 review
3 helpful votes
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Heartfelt Thanks
May 20, 2022

Thank you Harvey, for being an oasis of integrity and insanely good customer service in an industry where (at least in our experience) there are a lot of bad or – sadly – incompetent apples. After a horrendous experience with one of the "highest rated" admissions coaches in our area, we found you and you made everything right. You amazed us with your expertise, insight, creativity and humor. Just as you said, the admissions package you guided Hannah to put together, the essays you helped her write and the 1550 SAT score (up from 1380) she received courtesy of your College Wizard Rules made Hannah stand out even against this year's mind bogglingly stiff competition, ensuring her acceptance at Yale. Keep up your important work.

Date of experience: May 20, 2022
Minnesota
1 review
27 helpful votes
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My wife and I were a bit incredulous when Harvey suggested that with enough practice our daughter could bring up her 1270 SAT score to over 1500. (We would have been more than satisfied with 1400.) But Harvey's method is so unique, and he motivated Jessica to such an extent, that after three tries and over almost a year, she scored a perfect 1600. Harvey has made us believers!

Date of experience: March 2, 2019
Florida
1 review
2 helpful votes
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The College Acceptance Secret Sauce
December 17, 2021

HI Harvey,

I wanted to thank you again for all your tips and suggestions and help with Shannon's college applications! As you know, we did as many things as we could that you suggested, which I am certain helped strengthen her application and help her to stand out. Last night, Shannon got into Brown Early Decision with a nice scholarship to boot. She is so happy and excited for her next adventure. Cheers and happy holidays!

Thanks again!

Best regards,
Jeff and family

Date of experience: December 17, 2021
South Carolina
1 review
3 helpful votes
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My experience with Mr. Harvey
January 25, 2022

Hey Mr. Harvey, I just wanted to thank you for the tremendous amount of help that you have given me for over the past two years. With your help, I was able to get into the two top targets for college in Purdue university and George Mason university. I haven't decided on where I'll go yet, but I can't emphasize how much you have helped me grow as a person and as a writer.

Date of experience: January 25, 2022
Oklahoma
1 review
2 helpful votes
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My great experience with the College Wizard.
December 16, 2021

Working with Harvey was a delight. Without his help, I wouldn't have been able to increase my SAT score by more than 200 points, as well as receive an acceptance letter from my dream school. He is extremely patient, supportive, and always there to answer questions about the college admissions process. Paired with time and effort, his systems and strategies are remarkably effective. Harvey was an integral part of my acceptance into a top 20 school, and I can't thank him enough.

Date of experience: December 16, 2021
Costa Rica
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Brown Here We Come
May 17, 2022

In a year when all our friends have been mourning their losses, we are so proud of our daughter's admission to Dartmouth, Tufts, Amherst & Brown. She'll be joining the Brown Class of 2026. And we owe so much to Harvey. Harvey and his team really are miracle workers. In this difficult year, our results speak for themselves.

Date of experience: May 17, 2022
Minnesota
1 review
18 helpful votes
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Just wanted to congratulate my son Justin for achieving a 1600 SAT with Harvey's help. If your son or daughter has the ability, grit and determination, Harvey's system can definitely make perfect scores happen.

Date of experience: November 10, 2019
Minnesota
1 review
17 helpful votes
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Harvey knows exactly what it takes to get your child to the best possible SAT score. After going through the process, it became clear to us why his unlimited lesson program is so valuable. My daughter started with Harvey after getting back her 10th grade PSAT (1270) and being upset with such a low score compared to her 4.5 GPA. Harvey explained that it is typically a long process to achieve significant score gain, and now, over a year later, we have experienced the benefits of Harvey's long-term approach. After 3 attempts, my daughter is so proud of her 1540 score!

Date of experience: August 6, 2019
Florida
1 review
13 helpful votes
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SAT tutor-perfect score
August 12, 2019

Our daughter started lessons with Harvey during her sophomore year and after one year of consistent lessons, she was able to achieve not only a 1530 SAT score but a perfect 36 ACT. We are so proud of our daughter and so grateful to Harvey for his persistence and encouragement. He is unique-he really cares,

Date of experience: August 12, 2019

Overview

The College Wizard has a rating of 4.5 stars from 79 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally satisfied with their purchases. Reviewers satisfied with The College Wizard most frequently mention early decision, act score and dream school. The College Wizard ranks 18th among Tutor sites.

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