Top SSAT Tutor near back bay

At Bowie Strategies, we help motivated students in Back Bay and across Greater Boston supercharge their SSAT preparation through personalized, one-on-one instruction that turns ambition into achievement. Our expert tutors blend proven test-taking strategies with targeted skill development to strengthen every section of the exam—verbal, reading, and quantitative. With a data-driven yet supportive approach, we focus on measurable improvement and lasting confidence. Whether your child is applying to Boston’s most selective independent schools or prestigious boarding programs, Bowie Strategies offers the gold standard in SSAT tutoring near Back Bay, guiding students to perform at their absolute best when it matters most. Book your free 15 minute consultation to get more information today!

INTRODUCTORY PACKAGE

3 hours of tutoring

Designed for students who need just a little bit of help.

  • Two 90 minute sessions 1

  • Perfect for those who:

    • Want to review a practice test and get a little bit of guidance

    • Want a general overview of the test and big picture strategies

    • Want to try out tutoring before committing to a larger package

    • Want help planning a course of self-study

Targeted Package

12 hours of tutoring

Designed for students who are in a time crunch or only need help with some portions of the test

  • 12 hours of tutoring.2

  • Designed for students who have limited time before they plan to test or only need help with discrete aspects of the test

  • Perfect for those who have already studied on their own and need to target trouble spots

  • Materials included

Whole Test Package

30 hours of tutoring

Designed for students who WANT TO COVER ALL ASPECTS OF THE TEST

  • 30 hours of tutoring 3

  • Designed for students who need help with the entirety of the SSAT

  • Materials included

1 Students may apply the price of the Introductory package to a larger package if they enroll in the larger package within 7 days of the first tutoring session.

2 Students must enroll at least 4 weeks before the intended test date. Your tutor will recommend the appropriate materials to purchase.

3 Students must enroll at least 12 weeks before the intended test date.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Frequently Asked Questions *

  • Yes! We offer in-person SSAT test preparation tutoring in the Boston metro area and online tutoring regardless of where you’re located. Online students can also supplement their tutorials with in-person intensive options.

  • Yes — you can switch tutoring packages within 7 days of your first session. At Bowie Strategies, we understand that students’ needs sometimes evolve once tutoring begins. Whether you decide you’d like more tutoring sessions, a higher-intensity prep plan, or a different test focus, our team will help you upgrade or adjust your package smoothly.

  • Consider your target score, timeline, and learning style. Bowie Strategies helps students build customized prep plans to maximize results in the least amount of time.

  • Online SSAT prep courses can be just as effective as in-person SSAT tutoring when the online tutoring is personalized. Bowie Strategies offers 1:1 online tutoring that mirrors the intensity and customization of our in-person SSAT prep.

  • Generally, yes. While no outcome can ever be truly guaranteed as to any individual student, high-quality SSAT prep courses, like those offered at Bowie Strategies, provide proven strategies, practice under timed conditions, and expert feedback—all of which tend to contribute to measurable score increases for students who are willing to put in the work.