SAT & ACT Programs
Saturday Boot Camps
Our Saturday boot camps equip students with the content knowledge, strategies, and confidence to score well on either the SAT or ACT (new enhanced version). Held one or two weeks ahead of each test date, these classes are designed for students with little experience, although those who have multiple tests under their belts will benefit, too. Time: Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost: $200. Location: Raleigh Tutoring, 3717 National Drive, Suite 104, Raleigh, NC 27612. Click here to register.
ACT Boot Camp Schedule 2026 (registration)
Saturday, April 4
Saturday, June 6
Saturday, June 27
SAT Boot Camp Schedule 2026 (registration)
Saturday, April 25
Saturday, May 16
SAT vs. ACT: Which Test Is the Best Fit?
This course helps students determine which college entrance exam—the SAT or ACT—best aligns with their strengths and provides a clear plan for success. Students will submit PSAT or Pre-ACT scores at the start of the course. On Monday, they will take a full-length practice version of the alternate test. Using both sets of results, instructors conduct a detailed comparison to identify each student’s best-fit exam.
From Tuesday through Thursday, students receive targeted instruction in all sections of their recommended test, focusing on strategy, content review, and skill-building. On Friday, students take a second full-length practice test to measure progress and identify areas for continued improvement. Each student receives an official prep book and expert guidance on test registration, timelines, and preparation strategies.
Location: Raleigh Tutoring Office
Cost: $450
Dates: June 29–July 3 or July 6–10
Time: 12:00–3:00 PM
Instructor: Jack Saha
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SAT Prep Class
This focused, results-driven course prepares students for success on the SAT. The class covers both sections—Reading & Writing and Math—while teaching effective strategies for time management, question analysis, and pacing.
Students will practice with official SAT questions, receive guided instruction, and build confidence through structured review. A practice test is included to assess progress and identify areas for improvement. Each student receives The Official SAT Study Guide for continued practice.
Location: Raleigh Tutoring Office
Cost: $450
Dates: July 20–24 or July 27–31
Time: 1:30–4:30 PM
Instructors: Steve Rutherford and Suzanne Wood
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ACT Prep Class
This intensive course prepares students for success on the enhanced ACT. The class covers English, Math, Reading, and the optional Science section, with an emphasis on pacing, strategy, and confidence.
Students will work with real ACT materials, receive individualized support, and take a practice test to measure progress and refine their approach. Each student receives The Official ACT Prep Guide for continued study.
Location: Raleigh Tutoring Office
Cost: $450
Dates: July 20–24 or July 27–31
Time: 1:30–4:30 PM
Instructors: Steve Rutherford and Suzanne Wood
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Additional Offerings
"Choose Your Own Date" Boot Camp or Class
Interested in a boot camp or class but don't see any dates that fit? Organize a group of at least three students who all want the same test and date, and we'll do the rest. Reach our for more details.
Proctored Practice Tests
Offered Saturdays and Sundays throughout the school year by appointment, these proctored practice tests enable students who haven't taken the SAT or ACT before a great opportunity to establish a "baseline" score that a study plan can be built around.
Common Application Essay Class
Get a head start on college applications by completing your personal statement this summer. This course guides students through the process of crafting a compelling Common App essay—from brainstorming to final draft.
Students will:
- Reflect on meaningful experiences to develop strong essay ideas
- Choose the most effective Common App prompt
- Draft, revise, and refine their essay into a polished final version
Before class, students complete a questionnaire to identify key experiences and accomplishments. Students should bring a laptop and have access to Google Docs for writing and feedback.
By the end of the course, students will have a polished essay and greater confidence heading into senior year.
Location: Raleigh Tutoring Office
Cost: $450
Dates: July 13–17
Time: 1:30–4:30 PM
Instructor: Suzanne Wood
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Common App Essay Class + Individual Coaching
This program combines a small-group Saturday workshop with four one-on-one virtual sessions for personalized guidance and feedback.
Students will brainstorm, draft, and refine their essays with both collaborative instruction and individualized support, ensuring their final essay reflects their unique voice and story.
Includes:
- One in-person Saturday session (9:00 AM–12:00 PM)
- Four individual virtual coaching sessions
Class Dates (choose one):
June 27
July 18
August 8
Instructor: Julia O’Daniel
Cost: $500
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👩🏫 One-on-One Tutoring Available
Looking for more personalized support? We offer one-on-one tutoring for SAT, ACT, and college essays tailored to each student’s needs and schedule.
- Customized lesson plans and pacing
- Flexible scheduling
- Available in person or virtually
- Ideal for targeted score improvement or essay refinement
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Summer Camps
Summer day camps can be educational as well as fun. They’re a great way for students to pick up a new skill, polish an existing one, or prepare for the upcoming school year.
Raleigh Tutoring offers dozens of fun, enriching and educational camps. We’re excited to partner with local schools to provide camps for grades K-5. Taught by our excellent Raleigh Tutoring instructors, our camps are sure to provide both summer fun and opportunities to grow and learn.
See below for complete descriptions of all our camps, organized by week and grade level. Spots fill quickly!
2025 Camps Are Open for Registration!
Camps will be held in June and July at Camp Francis on the campus of the Catholic Community of St. Francis, 11401 Leesville Rd. Raleigh, NC 27613
Get more info or register for Camp Francis camps here.
Week-by-week schedule
June 23-27
Messy Science - Grades K-3
Time: 9:00-12:00
Explore science with hands-on activities. In this camp, kids will use their 5 senses to observe, ask questions, form hypotheses, and perform experiments. The scientists will perform experiments on their own and record the results. They will be able to watch chemical reactions with volcanoes, lava lamps and bottle rockets. They will also explore the science behind slime, ooblek, and ice cream. Register here.
Messy Art - Grades K-3
Time: 1:00-4:00
All art worth keeping and sharing is messy! In this camp, kids will create works of art with glue, paint, watercolors, paper, glitter, yarn, and clay. Budding artists will complete projects each day as well as work on others that will be completed on the last day of camp. Examples of masterpieces include picture frames, clay pots, magnets, marble paintings, tissue paper art and works on canvas. Register here.
July 7-11
Learning with Art - Grades 1-3
Time: 9:00-12:00
A week full of activities inspired by some of the great artists of the 20th century, kids will explore shapes and colors like Yayoi Kusama! They’ll learn to action paint like Jackson Pollock! We’ll talk about influential artists like Pablo Picasso, Andy Warhol, Henri Matisse, and Georgia O’Keefe as we explore ways of expressing ourselves through abstract art projects. Register here.
Candy Chemistry - Grades 2-5
Time: 9:00-12:00
Sweet! Candy is fun AND smart. Campers will perform sweet science experiments and learn concepts such as why sugar crystallizes to make rock candy, the chemistry behind gummy bears, how molding chocolate candies demonstrates the phases of matter, and much more. On the last day of camp, children will present their unique candy creations, “market” them to fellow campers, and get to take home not only their own candy but a bag filled with treats made by others! Register here.
July 14-18
Building a Dream Home: Architecture Challenge - Grades 3-6
Time: 9:00-12:00
Design and build your idea of a perfect home from blueprint to designing the interior. Discover the skills and concepts important to architecture such as planning, problem solving, and thinking threedimensionally. Be inspired by a selection of homes on display as you design your house, build it using a variety of materials, and add the perfect finishing touches. At the end of the week, you get to bring home a brand-new addition to your room! Register here.
Exploring Art Materials - Grades 2-5
Time: 1:00-4:00
Have you ever been curious what makes watercolor paint different from acrylic? Why do markers look good on some kinds of paper but blurry on others? What makes some clay dry in air, but other clay needs to be baked to hold its shape? All these questions and more will be answered during this week-long trip through the world of art materials! Kids will have the opportunity to use what they learn and get creative with hands-on demonstrations and projects. Register here.
Messy Science - Grades K-3
Time: 1:00-4:00
Explore science with hands-on activities. In this camp, kids will use their 5 senses to observe, ask questions, form hypotheses, and perform experiments. The scientists will perform experiments on their own and record the results. They will be able to watch chemical reactions with volcanoes, lava lamps and bottle rockets. They will also explore the science behind slime, ooblek, and ice cream. Register here.
July 21-25
Messy Masterpieces - Grades K-3
Time: 9:00-12:00
All art worth keeping and sharing is messy! In this camp, kids will create works of art with glue, paint, watercolors, paper, glitter, yarn, and clay. Budding artists will complete projects each day as well as work on others that will be completed on the last day of camp. Examples of masterpieces include picture frames, clay pots, magnets, marble paintings, tissue paper art and works on canvas. Register
Trash to Trinkets - Grades 3-6
Time: 9:00-12:00
Campers will explore the art of upcycling through a series of projects transforming what would otherwise be trash into something worth preserving! We will transform old bottle caps, soda can tabs, unrecyclable plastic, and other materials into fun fidget toys, keychains, jewelry, and other treasures! Register here.
Under the Sea - Grades K-3
Time: 1:00-4:00
Join us as we dive into an underwater exploration of the animals that live under the sea. Be ready to read fun stories and create your own sea animals using a variety of art materials. We will learn about a new creature each day and use our artistic abilities to create masterpieces daily. From jellyfish to sharks to super cool fish -- come make a splash with us! Register here.
Chemistry of Slime - Grades K-3
Time: 1:00-4:00
Slime Science - make a different kind of slime every day and learn how it all comes together! Kids will learn about the scientific method and be introduced to concepts in chemistry while engaging in hands-on slime crafting. They’ll make notebooks of slime recipes and take home the slime that they make. We’ll talk about what ingredients alter what properties of the final slime, and let them get creative! Register here.