+100 points on the SAT Math!
“With all the tools the program gives you, improvement is almost unavoidable if you actually try.“
I started Peace of Pi knowing I was going to take the SAT seriously. My brother had done the program before me, so it was already understood that this would be part of my SAT prep. At first, I thought the SAT would be like any other test—that I could just take it and do well without much preparation. But once I started doing practice tests with Peace of Pi, I quickly realized how different the SAT really is. The questions are worded in a way that’s meant to confuse you, and I wasn’t scoring as well as I expected. That was frustrating and eye-opening.
Getting a strong SAT score was really important to me because I want to stay in Florida for college and qualify for programs like Bright Futures. No matter where you apply, the SAT matters, and I knew that a good score would open more opportunities for me.
Before starting, I had heard that Peace of Pi was very intensive, and since I did the program over the summer, I was worried I wouldn’t have time to work, see my friends, or enjoy my break. While it is intensive, it’s honestly not as bad as people make it seem if you pace yourself and follow the schedule. I balanced it by using time wisely—working on assignments during lunch breaks and finishing my work before going out with friends.
I was also nervous about the virtual group format, but it ended up helping me a lot. Being at home in a familiar environment made it easier to focus, and learning in a group was actually a huge advantage. Other students asked questions I hadn’t even thought of, which helped deepen my understanding. I also worried about the four-hour classes, but they never felt that long. You’re constantly working, and after the break, I felt refreshed and ready to continue.
All of my tutors were great, and I actually think having tutors closer to my age made the experience better. They had just gone through the same process, so they understood exactly what we were dealing with and explained things in a way that made sense.
What helped me the most was the structure of the program. For almost every homework question, there was a video explanation I could go back to. The mini practice tests after lessons and the ability to review mistakes made a huge difference. That constant review really helped everything stick.
The results completely exceeded my expectations. I scored a 1400 overall, with a 750 in SAT Math, improving by 100 points from my first math score. I was genuinely shocked—I never thought I’d score above a 1350. That score gave me the confidence to apply to better schools and consider options I never thought were realistic before, like UF.
Peace of Pi is absolutely worth the investment. It consistently proves that it works, but you still have to put in the effort. With all the tools the program gives you, improvement is almost unavoidable if you actually try. I recommend Peace of Pi to everyone—it’s a 10 out of 10.
My advice to other students is simple: don’t expect the SAT to be easy or think the score will magically come without work. Set a goal, stay focused, and really put in the effort. It’s only a couple of months of intense work, but it’s completely worth it in the end.
