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4.9★ rating • 200+ families
What we do
Test prep. College advising. Academic tutoring.
Why us
We just took the test
Same test, same pressure. We know what works and what wastes time. No outdated tricks, only what actually moves scores.
We got in
Top percentiles. Top schools. Your student learns from people who did it, not from a textbook.
We get them
Same age, same stress. We talk their language and connect in a way that actually lands.
Ascend vs other tutors
Same goal. Different approach.
Ascend
- One person who knows your student, every week
- A plan that actually fits your kid, not a template
- You always know what we did and what’s next
- One path from tests to applications, we’re with you the whole way
Other tutoring
- Your kid gets passed between different people
- Same plan for everyone, whether it fits or not
- You’re left wondering what actually happened
- Test prep in one place, applications somewhere else, no one connects the dots
Start here
Three steps. No runaround.
Talk to us
A free 20-minute call. We listen, then we map out what actually makes sense for your student.
Meet your tutor
We match you with someone from a top school who gets your goals and your student.
Get going
Book hours, follow a clear roadmap, and see progress.
Our founders
Andrew and Simon started Ascend to give students the kind of support they wish they'd had: a clear roadmap, a steady mentor, and someone who's actually been through it.
Andrew
Co-Founder
Andrew co-founded Ascend because he knows students do best when they feel understood, not judged. His vision is simple: a focused roadmap, honest feedback, and support that builds confidence week after week.
Focus areas: SAT & ACT strategy and pacing; college essays, school list development, and application guidance.
Simon
Co-Founder
Simon co-founded Ascend with the same belief that students need mentors who truly understand what school pressure feels like. He keeps the team aligned around a clear vision: personal support, steady progress, and strong family communication.
Focus areas: Tutoring and college advising.
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