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Peninsula

Academy

2026 Summer SAT Intensive Program

Fast-track your SAT score with expert instruction, full-length mock exams, and strategic training. 

Designed for students who want real results, our Summer SAT Intensive combines targeted instruction with consistent practice. Students take full-length mock exams and immediately review them with expert instructors, allowing them to understand mistakes and improve quickly. 

This program builds the strategy, timing, and confidence needed to perform at a high level on test day. Space is limited. 

Online | June 15-July 12 | 4-Week Intensive | Weekly Mock Exams ​

Select “SAT Intensive Course” when enrolling.

Program Details

  • Schedule: June 15 - July 12 (4-week intensive, online) 

  • Daily Structure: Vocabulary, practice sessions, and targeted instruction 

  • Subjects Covered: Reading, Grammar, Vocabulary, and Math 

  • Mock Exams: Weekly full-length SAT tests with in-depth review

  • Practice & Review: Daily quizzes, Q&A, and guided error analysis

  • Focus Areas: Test-taking strategies, timing, and accuracy 

Tuition Overview 

English (35 hours total): $4,230

Math (8 hours): $1,080

 

Included (No Additional Cost)

Mock Tests (10 hrs)

Practice Sessions: Quizzes & Q&A (22 hrs)

Total Program

75 hours total

$5,310 total tuition

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Weekly Schedule

Meet Our Instructors

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Luke

Born and raised in Palo Alto, California, Luke spent two years at Harvard College before transferring to Stanford University, where he earned his B.A. in English. Since 2003, he has helped hundreds of students achieve academic excellence, with a strong focus on SAT and ACT preparation. An expert in test strategy and score optimization, he has helped students increase their scores by an average of 200 points on the SAT and 4 points on the ACT, using clear, repeatable methods for mastering reading and writing. In addition to test prep, Luke is a seasoned college counselor who has guided students to admissions at top universities such as Stanford, UC Berkeley, Brown, and MIT, and he is committed to making the learning process both efficient and empowering while building lasting confidence and independence.

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Sergiej

Sergiej holds a PhD in History from the University of Edinburgh and is currently an Adjunct Professor at Torrey Honors College, Biola University. He has published with major academic presses, including Brill and Oxford University Press, and has extensive experience helping students from high school through graduate school prepare for admissions, interviews, and standardized testing, including the SAT. In working with students, Sergiej focuses on both the expression and substance of their work, strengthening the analytical reading and writing skills essential for strong SAT performance while guiding them to craft compelling college applications that clearly reflect their distinct strengths and genuine passions.

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Matthew

Matthew is a student at Stanford University studying Computer Science and Economics and is the co-founder of a defense startup focused on drone swarm technology, where he also conducts robotics research. His accomplishments include a first-place finish at DECA Internationals, experience in venture capital, directing a TEDx event, and winning TreeHacks. Matthew scored a 1580 on the SAT on his first attempt as a sophomore, and he leverages this experience to help students maximize their performance through effective strategies and targeted practice. He works closely with students to build both confidence and strategic thinking, guiding them to approach standardized tests and academic challenges with clarity and precision.

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