STARPREP® - The Leading SAT/ACT Test-Prep Academy 

Welcome to STARPREP®, a prestigious language academy that has been nurturing top achievers in SAT/ACT exams for the past 23 years, from 2000 to 2023. 

We have gained immense credibility for delivering exceptional results and have continuously been ranked as the top-performing institute for SAT/ACT/GPA/AP/IB preparation. 

We proudly uphold our streak of producing maximum SAT/ACT high scorers and AP perfect scorers in 2022, 2021, 2020, and 2019, and for maintaining the highest matriculation records for top-tier universities like STANFORD and MIT.

STARPREP® is a registered trademark, established in 2005.

Matriculation Highlights:

Our students have consistently been admitted into MIT and Stanford, specifically for Computer Science, since 2018. We also have a remarkable record of successful placements in other top universities including Harvard, Princeton, Yale, and Caltech (known as the top six colleges - M-SH-PYC).

Exceptional Educational Leadership:

Our institution is led by an accomplished team of educators, including an owner-principal who has served as an MIT Interviewer for 6 years and has exclusively been selecting Korean students for MIT RSI for more than 10 years. The owner-principal holds a Doctorate in Engineering and has authored seven SCI papers. Our institution specializes in both domestic and international school curricula, with a particular focus on US and other overseas university admissions. 

Prime Location and Modern Facilities:

Our large academy, spanning 100 pyeong (approx 330 sqm), is conveniently located near Exit 4 of Gangnam Station. It boasts an innovative digital examination system and a rich repository of resources to aid students in their exam preparation. 

Cutting-Edge Digital Systems:

We pride ourselves on our advanced systems developed by distinguished alumni from MIT and KAIST, all possessing Master’s and Doctorate degrees in Engineering. Our proprietary digital system, 'Bluebook Digital,' ensures our students are well-acquainted with the digital format of SAT exams. 

Dedicated Research Team:

Our team, consisting of alumni from UC Berkeley, Harvard, MIT, and Seoul National University, meticulously crafts each question to align with the digital examination format. Every week, we provide extensive tests in Reading (10+ sessions, 20+ modules), Writing (8+ sessions, 16+ modules), and Mathematics (8+ sessions, 16+ modules). 

Instructor Line-up:

Our faculty comprises highly experienced instructors with substantial teaching experience and degrees from top universities: 

Reading Part 1: John Jeong, University of California at Berkeley (BA), American citizen, 6+ years of teaching experience

Reading Part 2: Aria Lee, Emory University (BA), Overseas Education 12 years, 6+ years of teaching experience

Writing Part: H. Choi, MIT (BS), Harvard (MA), 10+ years of teaching experience

Mathematics Part: Julia Lee, Seoul National University (B.ENG), Overseas Education 12 years, 5+ years of teaching experience

Class Schedule:

Our 2023 Summer SAT Digital Test program runs from June 5, 2023, to August 25, 2023. Classes take place from Monday to Friday, from 8 AM to 1 PM. We offer different study materials each week and assign Welcome to STARPREP® Academy, the vanguard of premier SAT/ACT preparation in the academic landscape since its inception in 2000. We are immensely proud of our 23-year long tradition of providing world-class education and nurturing students into top achievers, establishing our academy as a name synonymous with excellence in SAT/ACT preparation. Our track record of producing maximum SAT/ACT high scorers and AP perfect scorers four years in a row (2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022) speaks for itself.

Registered under trademark since 2005, STARPREP® Academy has upheld an unwavering commitment to the highest quality of education, which has helped us earn the prestigious accolade of being the leading institute in SAT/ACT/GPA/AP/IB test preparation.

A record of excellence:

Our matriculation success has been truly exceptional. Our students have consistently secured placements in world-renowned institutions, most notably at Stanford and MIT, particularly within their Computer Science programs, from 2018 onwards. The list of top-tier universities our students have been admitted to extends beyond Stanford and MIT, featuring illustrious names like Harvard, Princeton, Yale, and Caltech, recognized globally as the top six colleges (often referred to by the acronym M-SH-PYC).

Educational Leadership:

Our leadership is composed of highly experienced and educated professionals. The owner-principal of STARPREP® has made significant contributions to the education sector, serving as an MIT Interviewer for six years and exclusively selecting Korean students for the MIT Research Science Institute (RSI) for over a decade. Armed with a Doctorate in Engineering and authorship of seven SCI papers, the owner-principal brings academic rigor and a deep understanding of STEM education. Our specialty lies in domestic and international school curricula with an emphasis on US and other overseas university admissions.

State-of-the-art Facilities:

Located near Exit 4 of Gangnam Station, our expansive academy covers an area of 100 pyeong (approximately 330 sqm). Our advanced infrastructure, digital examination system, and a comprehensive array of educational resources are specifically designed to offer a conducive and technology-optimized learning environment for our students.

Pioneering Digital Systems:

STARPREP® Academy takes pride in its trailblazing digital systems developed by esteemed alumni from MIT and KAIST, who hold Master’s and Doctorate degrees in Engineering. We have revolutionized SAT preparation with our proprietary 'Bluebook Digital' system, designed to familiarize our students with the digital format of SAT exams.

Expertly Crafted Curriculum:

Our dedicated research team, made up of accomplished alumni from UC Berkeley, Harvard, MIT, and Seoul National University, meticulously develops every question to mirror the digital examination format. To ensure comprehensive coverage and thorough preparation, we provide extensive weekly tests in Reading (10+ sessions, 20+ modules), Writing (8+ sessions, 16+ modules), and Mathematics (8+ sessions, 16+ modules).

Highly Qualified Instructors:

Our faculty is composed of experienced educators holding degrees from top universities around the globe:

Reading Part 1: John Jeong, University of California at Berkeley (BA), an American citizen with over 6 years of teaching experience.

Reading Part 2: Aria Lee, Emory University (BA), with 12 years of overseas education and over 6 years of teaching experience.

Writing Part: H. Choi, an MIT (BS) and Harvard (MA) alum with over 10 years of teaching experience.

Mathematics Part: Julia Lee, a graduate from Seoul National University (B.ENG), with 12 years of overseas education and over 5 years of teaching experience.

Our Summer 2023 Program:

Our 2023 Summer SAT Digital Test program is set to begin on June 19th, 2023, and will run until August 11th, 2023. 

It spans 8 weeks, offering 6 days of instruction each week from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM (Korean Standard Time). In addition to rigorous preparation for the SAT, our program also includes:

Follow-up classes after SAT: These classes help students reinforce the concepts learned and solve any queries that may have arisen during self-study.

Timely feedback: Regular feedback and progress reports to ensure students are well aware of their strengths and areas needing improvement.

Personal counseling and coaching: Our educators not only impart knowledge but also provide guidance and mentorship to ensure the overall growth of our students.

One-on-one premium tutoring sessions: For students who require a little extra attention, we provide personalized tutoring sessions to help them overcome their individual challenges.

Access to our digital question bank: Our vast question bank is a valuable resource for students, allowing them to practice a diverse range of questions and improve their problem-solving skills.

Reach Out to Us:

Should you have any questions or wish to schedule a consultation, feel free to contact us via: 

Email: You can reach us anytime at starprep@starprep.co.kr 

KakaoTalk: Our ID is 'starprep,' anytime

WeChat: Reach out to us on 'starprepseoul' anytime 

Visit Reservation: To book a visit, use our dedicated site

Phone Consultation: Reach us at 02-2654-9837 or 02-554-9836 

Consultation Hours: We are open from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm from Monday to Friday, and from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm on Saturdays. 

On Sundays, consultations are available only via KakaoTalk and WeChat. 

◆ Please remember to make an appointment before visiting our academy. 

This will allow us to provide you with a comfortable, secure, and efficient consultation experience.

We also welcome walk-in inquiries, but we recommend scheduling an appointment for a comfortable and efficient consultation experience. 

Come, be a part of our successful legacy and pave your way to your dream university with STARPREP®.

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