HelloCollege provides tailored academic tutoring for diverse needs, from subject tutoring that can rescue failing grades, to test tutoring that fine-tunes academic performance before important exams, and even executive functioning tutoring that develops life skills that will serve students throughout their academic and professional careers. Whatever your needs, our team of expert private academic tutors is ready to help your high school student achieve their fullest potential.
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Our academic tutors genuinely care about your child and are invested in their success.
To truly understand and meet each student's needs, we first build a strong rapport before developing a personalized tutoring strategy. Our support extends beyond academics, to executive functioning life skills like time management and organization.
Concentrate on areas that need improvement, ensuring efficient use of time. We focus on your student's needs, tailoring our efforts to their specific class, teacher, school, and district.
Choose the time and length of your student's academic tutoring sessions, providing them with flexibility within their busy schedule. With our convenient online portal, scheduling is easy. Book anytime!
At HelloCollege, we provide personalized academic tutoring designed to meet the needs of each individual student. Our experienced private tutors offer expertise in a wide range of subjects, focusing on helping students boost low grades and assisting high-achieving learners tackle particularly challenging classes. Whether your child needs help mastering a specific subject, building long-lasting study skills, or preparing for a big exam, we create strategic and effective learning plans for all academic goals.
Is your student struggling to pass a class? We provide the focused tutoring necessary to overcome challenges and turn their grades around fast.
Is your normally excellent student struggling in a specific class and failing to achieve their usual A-grade performance? Our academic tutors target key curriculum areas to help your student get back to earning top grades.
We believe academic tutoring should be integral to a student's academic journey. Our tutors are more than just teachers: they are mentors, helping your child achieve their potential in the classroom — and beyond.
Whether your exam is right around the corner or you're planning ahead for a test out on the horizon, we provide targeted assistance to prepare students for the SAT and ACT, reducing stress and increasing scores.
AP test coming up? We provide targeted assistance to help students score well on the Advanced Placement (AP) exams with experienced, U.S.-based tutors.
Does your student maintain satisfactory grades but struggle with executive functioning skills like organization and task prioritization? Our executive functioning tutors help students develop lifelong skills such as focus, problem-solving, and concentration.
Through personalized consultation, we learn your student’s strengths, shortcomings, and learning preferences. This enables us to pair your student with an expert academic tutor from our experienced team who will perfectly match their needs.
Through consistent sessions, focused attention, and personalized care, we foster academic partnerships, creating a supportive environment that helps students master complex academic material.
Our program gets results. Regular sessions lead to improved grades, enhanced study skills, and heightened confidence. And our students' success doesn't end with tangible academic achievements: our tutors' holistic mentorship means students develop skills that extend beyond the classroom.
Our U.S.-based academic tutors excel in building strong connections with high school students, making learning both effective and enjoyable. Packages range from five to forty hours.
- Full year of academic tutoring. - Ideal for students looking to build a strong foundation in their subjects, receive consistent guidance, and develop effective study habits.
- Full semester of academic tutoring. - Best for students looking to improve their understanding of key concepts and boost their grades in specific subjects over a shorter period.
- Half semester of academic tutoring. - Recommended only for students who need last-minute help preparing for finals or a big test.
Director of Tutoring
Ian has dedicated his life to helping others achieve their full potential and learn about the world around them. After graduating from UIUC with a BS in Electrical Engineering, he owned and operated a private tutoring business, where his team specialized in individualized curriculum development and helping students achieve their academic goals.
College Application & Essay Coach, Academic Tutor
Meg has worked as a professional editor for more than 20 years. She has a BA in English and political science and is pursuing an MFA in creative nonfiction.
Academic Tutor, Test Prep Tutor
Paul is an experienced educator with a background in math and science, critical thinking, ELL education, standardized test prep, international education, and individualized learning. Paul holds bachelor’s degrees in biology and science education and a master’s degree in teaching and learning.
Academic Tutor, Test Prep Tutor
Rees is a mathematician, software engineer, and lawyer with degrees from Duke University and the University of Georgia. He loves sharing his enthusiasm for all things learning to connect people’s education to their interests.
Academic Tutor, Test Prep Tutor
Asma is currently a dental student at the University of Illinois at Chicago, where she also earned her bachelor’s degree in Biology. She has extensive experience tutoring students in grades K–12 across all subjects and has helped many prepare for standardized tests such as the ACT, SAT, and PSAT.
Academic Tutor, Test Prep Tutor
Tyler Pohlman is currently attending University of Colorado Boulder where he is double majoring in Physics and German. While attending University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, he was an undergraduate research assistant at the Center for Plasma-Material Interactions. He has a passion for math and teaching and has a year of tutoring experience under Ian Simon.
Academic Tutor, Test Prep Tutor
Daniel is a mathematical biologist. He holds a PhD in evolutionary biology from the University of Chicago, during which he studied tropical forests. Daniel loves teaching and simplifying concepts for students at all levels.
Academic Tutor, Test Prep Tutor
Amulya is a sophomore at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute as a biology major in the BS/MD program with acceptance into Albany Medical College. She has not only tutored students across a wide range of ages and subjects but has also built meaningful connections with each of them.
Academic Tutor and Test Prep Tutor
Shelley has an M.S. in mathematics with a concentration in statistics, as well as 27 years of teaching and tutoring experience. Her passion is helping students achieve those dreams which seem impossible to them.
Academic Tutor and Test Prep Tutor
Jose moved to America from the Philippines at the age of 2. Through his love of piano, salsa dancing, speaking, and writing, he found his way to Stanford University, where he studied computer science. From giving college tours to tutoring students of various ages, Jose now loves sharing knowledge to learners of all backgrounds.
Academic Tutor, Test Prep Tutor
Darryl has over 17 years of experience as a teacher of wide-ranging math content, teaching students from the middle school level all the way up through college. He has a B.S. in Mathematics from the University of Houston, in addition to a B.A. in Economics and M.S. in Accounting from the University of Virginia.
Academic Tutor, Essay & College Application Coach
Brian has a B.A. in International Studies along with a minor in French from Miami University and an M.Ed. with a focus on Social Studies and Global Education from the Ohio State University. He has taught, mentored, traveled with and coached students in a wide variety of settings including high school and outdoor education for over twenty years.
Academic Tutor and Test Prep Tutor
Lauren has always had a passion for education. Lauren has a PhD in Engineering with a concentration in Engineering Education. She has conducted research across many topics and is currently teaching Engineering subjects at the college level.
Academic Tutor and Test Prep Tutor
Automotive engineer and weekend mechanic with a passion for solving complex problems through mathematical precision. When not fine-tuning engines, I am exploring the art of exceptional coffee and various cuisines.
Academic and Test Prep Tutor
Divya Maheshwari is a civil engineer who is currently working towards her MS in Sustainable Infrastructure. She is known for her passion for all things sustainability, and her adventurous mindset. She loves spending time with children of all ages, and is excited to work at a place where she can help students reach their goals.
Academic and Test Prep Tutor
Lily studies at Chicago-Kent College of Law where she is a J.D. candidate. She has been tutoring a variety of subjects for the past 7 years and has helped many students through both school and the college application process.
Test Prep and Academic Tutor
Stone holds an MS in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Texas at Dallas and brings 3 years of private tutoring experience in high school STEM subjects. He draws on his passion for science, history, and philosophy to make complex concepts relatable by using real-world examples, and hopes to make education a fun and inspirational process for all of his students.
Academic and Test Prep Tutor
Elena is pursuing a Bachelor’s in Chemical Engineering at the University of Florida. She enjoys making math and science approachable, fostering engaging learning environments, and helping students build confidence with learning.
Academic Tutor
Gabriel has years of experience as a pianist and language coach for classical singers, in addition to teaching French and English in Spain. A graduate of Vanderbilt University, he loves finding unexpected connections between languages.
As a parent, I really appreciate Asma Wazir at hello college for the guidance provided to my daughter in doing better at ACTs and also clarifying doubts in her regular subjects. Asma is excellent at what she does and my daughter always tells me how well she explains 🙂 I’m glad we got connected to Asma!
Parent of Nandini
Verona Area High School
My daughter has loved working with Asma. She has helped her tremendously and has such a natural way of teaching and reaching the student where they are. Highly recommend her and HelloCollege!
Parent
Hinsdale Central High School
As a Junior in high school who has a lot on their plate, I am having an excellent experience with HelloCollege and their tutors. Asma Wazir is incredibly knowledgeable and patient, she is able to breakdown complex topics into easy-to-understand concepts that help me gain comprehension of things that I struggle with. Her teaching style is engaging and she has really helped me gain confidence in my learning abilities. I highly recommend HelloCollege to anyone look for academic support.
Student
Hinsdale Central High School
HelloCollege has been immensely helpful in navigating college apps and prep. My tutor, Asma, was particularly helpful in preparing for the SAT and ACT. She was very patient and helped me get the score I wanted on the SAT.
Student
Oak Park and River Forest High School
My SAT prep with Asma at HelloCollege tremendously helped me. She was patient, took her time, and knew so many tips about the test that I had not previously known, even after taking 2 previous SATS. She helped increase my reading section score by 80 points in only a month, and she’s given me more confidence in my test-taking skills!
Student
Neuqua Valley High School
Yale University
I had a really great experience with my ACT coach, Asma Wazir, from Hello College. Her guidance was extremely helpful and helped me gain a better understanding of how I could apply different strategies that would improve my score on the ACT. Overall, Hello College, specifically Asma, has been extremely helpful throughout my high school journey and I would definitely recommend them!
Student
Verona Area High School
We are here to cater all of your college admissions needs.
Our experienced college admissions counselors guide students through every step of the application process, ensuring they identify best-fit schools, meet all deadlines, and submit stand-out applications.
The SAT and ACT are key factors in college admissions, and they’ve both recently undergone changes. Our test prep tutors are prepared to help students navigate these changes and master all subjects.
Essays are the most time-intensive part of the college admissions process. Our Essay Coaches are here to help strategize and streamline the process, allowing students to focus on writing compelling, memorable stories.
Get that “A” by applying these executive functioning study skills. Executive functioning study skills are the secret to moving from struggling to succeeding. Come with us beyond the buzzwords to solid strategies for studying for lifelong success.
A 4.0 and a full résumé used to be enough to stand out. At today's highly selective schools, it's just the price of entry. This workshop breaks down the real admissions landscape, reveals what decisions are actually based on, and shows you how to build a strategy, including your standout factor, your school list, and your application timing, that gives your student the best possible odds.
HelloCollege is proud to present this workshop in partnership with NSHSS. We’ll walk families step-by-step through everything students should be doing from now until the end of senior year to prepare for college admissions.
Most students end up at a college that was already on their radar. But what about the ones they never found? In this workshop, we walk families through HelloCollege’s S.A.F.E. method, a proven system we’ve used for years to help students discover great-fit schools, build balanced lists, and avoid costly college selection mistakes.
Schedule a consultation with us to get all of your answers, otherwise here are some most asked questions and answers to them.
Yes. Qualified academic tutors can be worth it for students in all grades, at all levels. They offer targeted support to help students grasp challenging material, improve grades, and build foundational skills that will last well beyond high school. Additionally, great academic tutors will offer guidance and mentorship to alleviate stress and build confidence.
The price of academic tutoring varies based on individual need and the number of hours required to meet your goals. For more information about pricing, contact us today for a free quote.
Absolutely! In addition to subject tutoring, our team can advise on study habits, time management, and test-taking techniques to improve your performance. We also offer tutoring in executive functioning, which teaches students how to navigate daily life challenges.
If you’re struggling in a particular class, feeling overwhelmed by homework and assignments, preparing for standardized tests, needing motivation, or just wanting to improve in certain areas, an academic tutor can be a worthwhile investment.
Start by assessing your needs, then look at reviews and client testimonials for tutors who specialize in that subject. Don’t hesitate to ask for credentials and qualifications. Finally, consider the teaching and communication style that works best for your student, then look for tutors who are willing to adapt their approach to suit each individual.
While our tutors are experts in their subjects, what truly sets us apart is our commitment to student mentorship. Our tutors prioritize strong relationships with students and offer guidance that extends beyond the classroom. A holistic approach builds long-lasting skills and fosters long term growth,
