TEST PREP
Do I pay a fee each year for the Complete Program?
No. A one-time fee includes all of the activities in our Complete Program until reach your test score goals or until you graduate from high school. That means you have access to each year’s lessons, workshops, practice tests and reviews… all for one price. The fee is slightly discounted if paid in full, but an installment plan is also available.
Our other test prep programs, such as Essentials, Basics, or On-Demand Core, are of a shorter duration, but some offer installment plans, too.
When is the “right” time for me to start?
In general, it’s never too early to start thinking about the future. Our test prep programs begin as early as 7th or 8th grade. However, every student has a different goal in mind, so it’s a great idea to contact us to discuss your individual needs. We’d be happy to schedule a free consultation to determine the best path for you.
How do I get started?
If you have all the information you need, here are your next steps:
Decide which test prep program you want to join: Complete Test Prep, Test Prep Essential, Test Prep Basics, Advanced Start, On-Demand Core, or one-on-one tutoring for test prep.
- For the Complete or Advanced Start Program, begin registration here. (During the registration process, you’ll be asked to select a class code, student/parent orientation time, and your preference for diagnostic testing. Not sure? Simply choose “undecided” or call us for assistance).
- For the Test Prep Essentials Program, begin registration here. (During the registration process, you’ll be asked to select a class code and your preference for diagnostic testing. Not sure? Choose “undecided” or call us for assistance. And remember, you’ll receive a link for the on-demand student and parent orientation in your “thank you for registering” email. Don’t skip this step!)
- For Test Prep Basics, register here. (During the registration process, you’ll be asked to select a class code and your preference for diagnostic testing. Not sure? Choose “undecided” or call us for assistance. And remember, you’ll receive a link for the on-demand student and parent orientation in your “thank you for registering” email. Don’t skip this step!)
- For the On-Demand Core Program, you can register here. (Remember, there is no live instruction or printed curriculum with this program).
- For One-on-One Tutoring, please send an email to tutoring@kdcollegeprep.com or sign up for a free consultation. A member of our 1-on-1 team will contact you with more details.
Once you’ve signed up for the appropriate program, our team will be in touch with the next steps!
Not sure which program is best? Call or set up a free consultation to talk with a member of our team.
How do you compare to your competitors?
Here’s how KD College Prep is different. We:
- Have been helping students with prep for the PSAT, SAT®, and ACT® tests since 1992
- Offer a variety of test prep programs that meet students and their families where they are
- Make a commitment to our Complete program students for the duration of their high school years for one price
- Provide ongoing instructor-led practice activities to work towards content mastery
- Offer direction and counseling for students to help maximize their potential
- Have new practice materials consistently so students never see the same material twice
- Hire degreed, experienced teachers
- Track student progress using our one-of-a-kind system
- Send activity reports home to students and parents on a regular basis
- Offer families the flexibility to choose in-person, live-online, or recorded instruction
- Have campuses that are open six days/week for even the busiest of students
- Feature more live instruction and more full-length practice tests than other test prep companies
- Offer free make-up lessons
- Offer both test prep and college counseling services to families so they can navigate the entire college admissions process from test scores to final college decision under one roof
- Have a full-time staff of real human advisors, not AI, that is always ready to help students and their families
How much improvement can I expect to see?
A student’s success is directly related to the effort he or she makes. Every student has different starting points in knowledge, learning styles, commitment levels, and extracurricular distractions. Students who commit to our Complete Program and follow our recommendations typically see a score increase of between 100 and 400 points.
Do you have a guarantee?
Yes, and our guarantee is the best in the industry. Students participating in our Complete Program stay with us until score goals are achieved or until high school graduation—for a one-time fee. It’s not a guarantee based on our standards—it’s all about a student’s goals.
Do you offer one-on-one tutoring?
We offer one-on-one tutoring services for test prep only—not for high school coursework. During these virtual or in-person sessions, students will work individually with a tutor to help strengthen their skills and work toward their testing goals. To create your test prep tutoring plan or for more information, please contact our team at tutoring@kdcollegeprep.com.
When should I take the national tests?
When families sign up for the Complete Program, students and parents will attend a live-online orientation session during which we cover best practices to help develop a student’s testing timeline based on grade level. Each student’s timeline will be affected by many factors, such as high school courses, exam schedule, college choices, and more. It’s always a good idea to speak with an advisor for more detailed information.
COLLEGE COUNSELING
Do you help students with college admission counseling?
As part of the Complete Test Prep program, we offer basic direction on the college admissions process in annual, grade specific guidance and planning seminars.
Additionally, we have an entire suite of college counseling programs , offering solutions for families wherever they are in the journey.
- APPLY NOW! Advantage Program: This program (starting in 9th, 10th or 11th grade) consists of small group lessons, interactive labs, and one-on-one support to guide families through the entire college application process step by step.
- One-on-One College Counseling Sessions: These are customized hourly sessions with our experts designed around your needs and questions. This is a popular choice for families looking for personalized guidance for specific areas of the admissions process, college application essay editing by the hour, and/or advice for earlier stages of the process (like middle school or 9th grade course selection.)
- APPLY NOW! Essay Boot Camp: Boot camps are three day (2 hours/day) small group sessions that help rising 12th graders develop a college essay/personal statement for college admissions.
- Aptitude Assessment: This offering helps identify a student’s strengths and interests, and is followed by a meeting to interpret results, which help guide decisions such as college selection, choosing a major, and more.
- Pinnacle Program: This solution is ideal for students who want to navigate their college admissions journey through one-on-one meetings with a senior college counselor.
Note: Two 1:1 College Counseling Sessions, the APPLY NOW! Essay Boot Camp, and the Aptitude Assessment are all included in the APPLY NOW! Advantage Program.
For more information, please call 469-484-6060 or email cc@kdcollegeprep.com, and speak to a member of the college counseling team.
Do you help students with college financial planning?
No. Several lessons in the APPLY NOW! Advantage Program cover topics such as completing the FAFSA form and comparing financial aid packages from colleges, but you should contact your own financial advisor for their professional recommendations.
MISCELLANEOUS
How long have you been in business?
KD College Prep was founded in 1992 by Karen Dillard. Since then, we have helped more than 87,000 students across the country improve their test scores and navigate the college admissions process. Read more about our story.

