+180 points on the SAT Math!
“Peace of Pi gives you the tools, you just have to use them.”
Before joining Peace of Pi, I had taken the PSAT in both 9th and 10th grade, and my scores weren’t where I wanted them to be. I hadn’t done any real SAT prep before. I didn’t self-study or work with a tutor, so I was basically going into the SAT process blind. I knew that if I wanted to get into a good college, I needed to take the SAT more seriously and start preparing the right way.
One of my biggest frustrations with the SAT was how much harder it felt compared to regular school math, especially after the test went digital. The questions felt more complicated, and the format made it harder for me to stay comfortable and confident. Since the tutoring was also online, I actually think that helped me adjust better to the digital test environment over time.
Going into Peace of Pi, I didn’t really have negative expectations about online learning. I was already used to Zoom classes from COVID, so I knew I could learn virtually. My main concern was the length of the four-hour sessions. Four hours of straight math is definitely a lot, and by the end, you do get tired. But overall, it was worth it. The long sessions helped build stamina, and that matters a lot when the real exam is just as long.
One of the best parts of the program was my tutor. I had Leah, and she was honestly amazing. She explained things clearly, kept the class organized, and made the sessions engaging. I also liked that there were extra review sessions and cram classes toward the end of the course. Those were especially helpful because they went over harder problems and really made sure you were prepared for what could show up on the test.
The workload was heavy, and there’s no way around that. Balancing SAT prep with schoolwork—especially while taking challenging classes—was difficult. You really have to manage your time and be intentional about when you get the work done. The WhatsApp group helped a lot with that, since there were reminders and check-ins that kept me accountable and on track.
Overall, I thought the Peace of Pi program was very well run. The classes were smooth, organized, and straightforward, and everything worked the way it was supposed to. The structure, the live screen-sharing lessons, and the extra reviews made the experience feel more like a real classroom rather than just online tutoring.
As a result of the program, I improved my SAT score by about 180 points, earning a 1310 overall with a 690 in math. Since I’m still in 10th grade, this result showed me that this is just the beginning. It gave me confidence that if I put in even more effort and make a few more sacrifices, I can continue improving in the future. It also opened my eyes to scholarship opportunities that I wouldn’t have qualified for before.
Looking back, I do think the investment was worth it. Peace of Pi gave me structure, discipline, and a strong foundation for SAT math. I would recommend the program to other students, especially those who are willing to take the process seriously and put in the work.
My advice to other students is to start preparing with enough time, take the process seriously, and be ready to sacrifice some weekends or free time. The more effort you put in, the more you’ll get out of it. Peace of Pi gives you the tools, you just have to use them.
