How Structured, High-Dosage Tutoring Transformed a 1120 into a 1550

The Problem

Lack of Structure and Time Management Held Liam’s Score Back

Liam was bright and motivated, but his SAT prep was chaotic. He bounced between practice exams, online videos, and prep books without a clear structure or time management system. His self-study approach left him feeling disorganized, discouraged, and unsure if his effort was paying off. He needed more than just content review—he needed accountability, executive functioning support, and an efficient system to turn scattered effort into consistent growth.

“It was incredibly frustrating. He was putting in the hours, but it just wasn’t working. His score wouldn’t budge. Within two months of working with his tutoring team, he jumped over 100 points. It was the first time we felt like his work was finally paying off.”

Rachel Chen, Parent of Liam Chen

The Solution

A Hyper-Structured Study Plan for Maximum Accountability

Educo designed a precise, day-by-day study schedule, down to the minute, for every week of Liam’s test prep. Every day, every tutoring session, and every practice exam had a clear purpose. Behind the scenes, we built a tightly organized system of key takeaways, strategy summaries, and progress logs to eliminate inefficiency and keep every ounce of effort focused on real results. We set an aggressive study timeline, and Liam responded with discipline. With the right systems and support, he built the skills to manage time, focus energy, and ultimately earn a 99th percentile score.

“Looking back, it was more than just teaching material. Formulas and little grammar rules were always something Liam could learn on his own. What made the difference was how much structure and support his tutoring team built around him. They helped us eliminate guesswork, and that kept him going. It was clear someone was thinking things through for him, paying attention to what worked and what didn't. That kind of care and consistency made all the difference."

Rachel Chen, Parent of Liam Chen

The Result

A Breakthrough Built on Structure and Discipline

Over 4.5 months, Liam’s score steadily climbed from the 1100s to a final 1550. His growth wasn’t random: it was consistent, earned, and tracked week to week. By the time he submitted his Early Decision application, he had more than a great score: he had built the habits, mindset, and story of a self-driven, skilled student. In December 2024, he was accepted to Columbia University. He plans to study Economics and pursue a career in finance.

“We were blown away by the 1550. It meant so much to us seeing Liam work so hard and finally see that effort pay off. What Educo did for him was so much bigger than a test score."

Rachel Chen, Parent of Liam Chen