• The College Wizard

The College Wizard

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The College Wizard has a rating of 4.98 stars from 79 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally satisfied with their purchases. Reviewers satisfied with The College Wizard most frequently mention early decision, act score, and dream school. The College Wizard ranks 16th among Tutor sites.

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Positive highlights

  • It's hard to imagine any other SAT service as good as Harvey.
  • I must admit that when I first read Mr. Harveys website about the perfect SAT score, I was a bit skeptical.

Critical highlights

  • His Skype lessons are unreliable and he constantly disconnects.
How would you rate The College Wizard?
Top Positive Review

“Almost A Miracle”

Anika P.
10/27/23

Was really at my wits end with my daughter. She took both a Princeton Review class and had a local private tutor, but her score did not budge over 1100. We bought SAT Codebreaker 54, because the idea of a "times tables" for the SAT made sense to us. Very, very different approach from what we had before. Purchased the course in May, my daughter put in about an hour a day and she scored 1360 on her August SAT.

Top Critical Review

“Lackluster, waste of money”

Brandon N.
12/26/15

All Harvey does is force you into practicing SAT (which is why people have been seeing results) and give you gimmicky, cheesy tips such as "picking the shortest answer". His Skype lessons are unreliable and he constantly disconnects. The only thing he did was go over my wrong answers, and waited for me to fix the answer on my own. Under Harvey, I was advised to not guess and skip the questions I did not know. I ended up with an 1830. I decided to stop going to him for lessons and self-study. Please do this instead of wasting $2400. Self-studying is the same as his lessons, if not much more better--Harvey is utterly useless. I ended up with a 33 ACT and 2110 SAT in the end, without his help. Waste of money. UPDATE: After reading your response, Harvey, I have to admit that you're a class act--buttering up this negative review to somehow make it seem like a success story. Funny point there about my internet connection. I love it. I've had numerous Skype videos with others and they were flawless, unlike yours. But you can blame it on me, that's perfectly okay. I'm fine with that. I'm just glad I'm not suffering through your meaningless lessons anymore. Also, a tip for the future: you should provide some form of evidence for your ballsy claims-- I am appalled that from your "years of analysis', you have gone through every SAT question and analyzed every single response to conclude that when students guess, they get it wrong "over 90% of the time". I'm also appalled at your ability to mind-read. How else you would know if a student is completely guessing, or simply calculating an incorrect answer?! Amazing! Another tip: You should stop wearing a dirty white T-shirt during lessons. Try to be a little more professional. I wish you the best of luck in your excuse of a business. I hope more parents are eager to waste their money on you. Happy New Years.

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1 review
0 helpful votes
November 26th, 2023
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I was really nervous about the SAT and wasn't sure if this course was even worth the effort. I decided to test it out and try to aim for a better PSAT at school this year. The rules really helped, especially in the language section. I did well, a 1490 Digital PSAT which put me top ten percentile! I know I need to practice much more, but this was a good run. I also identified issues with some Geometry topics that I definitely need to review. Definitely recommended.

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Anika P.
1 review
1 helpful vote
October 27th, 2023
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Was really at my wits end with my daughter. She took both a Princeton Review class and had a local private tutor, but her score did not budge over 1100. We bought SAT Codebreaker 54, because the idea of a "times tables" for the SAT made sense to us. Very, very different approach from what we had before. Purchased the course in May, my daughter put in about an hour a day and she scored 1360 on her August SAT.

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1 review
0 helpful votes
November 17th, 2023
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As promised, my son scored 1550 on his October SAT with Harvey's system. My son had been practicing over an hour a day anyway, but could not break 1400 until he started using SAT Codebreaker. He put in at least an hour a day all through the summer, and now he agrees it's worth it. But I don't think he would have succeeded without Harvey's help.

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October 29th, 2023
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I wanted to try this program to study on my own for the digital SAT. The Digital SAT launched in England and there were NO study materials out there yet! The 54 code breaker was so easy to apply though that I got the 200 extra points I needed. I am now applying for the American schools I was only dreaming about before.

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June 27th, 2023
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I wanted to take a moment to express my sincere gratitude for everything you've done to help my daughter, Lindsey, achieve her academic goals.

Your guidance and expertise have been invaluable to us, and I truly believe that Lindsey wouldn't be where she is today without your help.

When we first came to you, Lindsey was struggling to achieve the SAT scores she needed to get into her dream schools. But after working with you for just a few short months, Lindsey's score increased by over 350 points, and she was ultimately accepted to both Vanderbilt and Georgetown!

Your personalized approach to test preparation and college counseling made all the difference for Lindsey. You took the time to get to know her as an individual and tailor your approach to her unique needs and strengths. Your unwavering support and encouragement also helped her stay motivated and confident throughout the entire process.

I cannot thank you enough for your dedication and commitment to helping students like Lindsey achieve their academic dreams. You truly are a wizard when it comes to college admissions, and we feel incredibly lucky to have had the opportunity to work with you.

Thank you again for everything you've done for our family.

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1 review
26 helpful votes
January 24th, 2020
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Just giving a quick update guys! Following my first semester at Cornell University, I am proud to say that I have achieved Dean's List for my performance in my first semester courses. I have maintained contact with Harvey throughout this entire experience: periodic check ins and discussions with regards to my course load, schedule building, and casual conversations about my current topics of study. I can say that I would not have achieved Dean's List without him. His continuing support and guidance extends far past SAT and ACT exams, and the college application process. Additionally, Harvey has assisted me with my resume which has been crucial in finding job opportunities and internships for the summer. Harvey is the man!

HARVEY IS THE CORNELL WIZARD
December 11th, 2018
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Last night I was accepted Early Decision to Cornell, my dream school. For two years Harvey has always inspired me. I got 1520 on my first and only SAT because of Harvey. He helped me with my college application and my extracurricular work at the Columbia Neuroscience Lab and starting my own magazine. Harvey won't stop until you get into your school. He wants the best for you. Only thing he asks for is your hard work, if you're not going to put your heart into it, don't expect my results. My first PSAT was 1290 as a Sophomore and I achieved a 1520 with Harvey guiding me. I am a member of the Cornell Class of 2023. Thanks Harvey!

From A Grateful Student,
Rob G

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Thumbnail of user ralpha235
1 review
3 helpful votes
May 20th, 2022
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Thank you Harvey, for being an oasis of integrity and insanely good customer service in an industry where (at least in our experience) there are a lot of bad or – sadly – incompetent apples. After a horrendous experience with one of the "highest rated" admissions coaches in our area, we found you and you made everything right. You amazed us with your expertise, insight, creativity and humor. Just as you said, the admissions package you guided Hannah to put together, the essays you helped her write and the 1550 SAT score (up from 1380) she received courtesy of your College Wizard Rules made Hannah stand out even against this year's mind bogglingly stiff competition, ensuring her acceptance at Yale. Keep up your important work.

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Thumbnail of user saipradhithg
1 review
3 helpful votes
January 25th, 2022
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Hey Mr. Harvey, I just wanted to thank you for the tremendous amount of help that you have given me for over the past two years. With your help, I was able to get into the two top targets for college in Purdue university and George Mason university. I haven't decided on where I'll go yet, but I can't emphasize how much you have helped me grow as a person and as a writer.

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2 helpful votes
December 16th, 2021
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Working with Harvey was a delight. Without his help, I wouldn't have been able to increase my SAT score by more than 200 points, as well as receive an acceptance letter from my dream school. He is extremely patient, supportive, and always there to answer questions about the college admissions process. Paired with time and effort, his systems and strategies are remarkably effective. Harvey was an integral part of my acceptance into a top 20 school, and I can't thank him enough.

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April 25th, 2023
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I began working with Harvey during my junior year of high school when I was struggling to raise my SAT score. The College Wizard SAT rules are unlike anything I had ever seen, and I was able to raise my score from 1270 to 1540, which was a game-changer in terms of my college prospects.

But Harvey's support went far beyond test prep. He helped me with my Common App essay, which I was able to complete in just three days thanks to his guidance and feedback. And during the summer before my senior year, Harvey challenged me to take my passions to the next level. In just one month, I was able to build two businesses, become a published author, and even host experts on my podcast.

Thanks to Harvey's guidance and support, I was accepted into some of the top universities in the country, including UPenn, Columbia, Dartmouth, and Duke. I truly believe that I would not have achieved this level of success without Harvey's expertise and mentorship.

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1 review
2 helpful votes
December 17th, 2021
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HI Harvey,

I wanted to thank you again for all your tips and suggestions and help with Shannon's college applications! As you know, we did as many things as we could that you suggested, which I am certain helped strengthen her application and help her to stand out. Last night, Shannon got into Brown Early Decision with a nice scholarship to boot. She is so happy and excited for her next adventure. Cheers and happy holidays!

Thanks again!

Best regards,
Jeff and family

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1 review
1 helpful vote
May 17th, 2022

In a year when all our friends have been mourning their losses, we are so proud of our daughter's admission to Dartmouth, Tufts, Amherst & Brown. She'll be joining the Brown Class of 2026. And we owe so much to Harvey. Harvey and his team really are miracle workers. In this difficult year, our results speak for themselves.

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24 helpful votes
April 21st, 2020
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I am quite excited to inform to be attending Carnegie Mellon University in the fall to study Business with a minor in Computer Science and Statistics thanks to Harvey's help. Thanks to his help, I have reached my full potential over the past 2 years. The SAT & ACT help was really helpful, and make a test that felt subjective, feel objective. Furthermore, I appreciate how he guided me through the college essay and the development of the business website process for my financial education platform. I really was able to understand how to sell myself to the colleges, and I think it helped me excel in my college interviews.

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1 review
26 helpful votes
March 4th, 2019

My wife and I were a bit incredulous when Harvey suggested that with enough practice our daughter could bring up her 1270 SAT score to over 1500. (We would have been more than satisfied with 1400.) But Harvey's method is so unique, and he motivated Jessica to such an extent, that after three tries and over almost a year, she scored a perfect 1600. Harvey has made us believers!

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19 helpful votes
April 11th, 2018
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After nearly 4 years of being Harvey's student, I can personally affirm that his absolute devotion to his work is unparalleled. He has accompanied me from a mere high school freshman all the way to a Stanford freshman. Harvey has assisted me not only dramatically increase my SAT score by 270 points, but also with revising college essays that directly helped me be admitted to the university of my dreams. Dreams do come true, especially with Harvey's help.

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1 review
18 helpful votes
November 11th, 2019

Just wanted to congratulate my son Justin for achieving a 1600 SAT with Harvey's help. If your son or daughter has the ability, grit and determination, Harvey's system can definitely make perfect scores happen.

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1 review
4 helpful votes
May 30th, 2021
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I called Harvey to tutor my twin girls on the SAT. Then I discovered he also helps with college application essays, and he offered to read them over to see if he thought they were strong. Keep in mind that Harvey never asked for nor did I ever pay him a dime. He called me a bit frantic about the essays, because he thought they were awful. When Harvey discovered I had paid a so-called "expert" $9000 for them, he was really appalled and spent hours on the phone with me, coaching me on what I should say to demand at least half my money back. And Harvey trained me well! Because I was able to tell the other consultant that, "someone important in your industry is appalled by the quality of the essays we paid you for," the consultant gave us a full refund. Then, when Harvey realized that even with a refund of the $9000 (which had been charged on our credit card in the first place) his own much more modest fee would stretch our budget, Harvey just gave us all his materials for free and wished us well. I'm sharing this with any parent who might think Harvey is "too good to be true." Based on my own experience with the other consultant, I know better than most that you need to be careful to whom you trust your child's future. But I can assure you that Harvey is the real deal.

Thumbnail of user davidr1427
1 review
17 helpful votes
August 6th, 2019

Harvey knows exactly what it takes to get your child to the best possible SAT score. After going through the process, it became clear to us why his unlimited lesson program is so valuable. My daughter started with Harvey after getting back her 10th grade PSAT (1270) and being upset with such a low score compared to her 4.5 GPA. Harvey explained that it is typically a long process to achieve significant score gain, and now, over a year later, we have experienced the benefits of Harvey's long-term approach. After 3 attempts, my daughter is so proud of her 1540 score!

Thumbnail of user paolab23
1 review
19 helpful votes
December 12th, 2019
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My son's PSAT score sophomore year was a 990. After working with Harvey for just a little over 2 months, his score improved to a 1220. I highly recommend this class because the method works. My son is motivated and has practiced taking multiple tests, which has increased his self confidence. Harvey is a wonderful teacher and mentor!

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1 review
13 helpful votes
August 12th, 2019
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Our daughter started lessons with Harvey during her sophomore year and after one year of consistent lessons, she was able to achieve not only a 1530 SAT score but a perfect 36 ACT. We are so proud of our daughter and so grateful to Harvey for his persistence and encouragement. He is unique-he really cares,

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1 review
18 helpful votes
March 27th, 2018

My son Robert took the SAT for the first time in March of 2018 and he scored a 1520. Yes Robert scored a 1520 on his first SAT exam. Without a doubt Harvey's system works. Harvey work's endless hours, responsive, supportive, and he truly wants the best for his students, preparing them to master the SAT. If your child follow's his insightful rules and studies hard, he or she will do amazing. My son is a Junior and we saved a lot of money working with Harvey and Robert will now be able to enjoy his summer. I give my highest recommendation to "THE COLLEGE WIZARD", Sincerely Roger Greenberg.

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Thumbnail of user kenj127
1 review
21 helpful votes
November 3rd, 2018
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Now that my daughter is safely admitted to her dream school (Brown), as I reflect back on our journey through the college admissions process, I really have to thank Harvey for telling us things that nobody else did. It took my daughter longer than other tutoring companies had suggested for her to hit her ultimate score (1560) and Harvey was right on about this, as well as the fact that the 5 SAT tries she took did not prevent her from getting accepted when nobody else from her school was. Clearly, the SAT is the most important component of admissions, despite what we were told on college tours. I highly recommend that you work with Harvey if you need a true and honest expert to help you navigate what can certainly be a very stressful process.

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1 review
19 helpful votes
November 2nd, 2018

It's hard to imagine any other SAT service as good as Harvey. His expertise, professionalism, enthusiasm and deep knowledge of both the SAT test and the college admissions process brought Taylor's SAT up 370 points to 1540 and also was instrumental in her submitting such a strong application that she was accepted to both U. Penn and Tufts, as well as 12 other schools.

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1 review
17 helpful votes
June 4th, 2019

In a world when services too often underwhelm, Harvey the College Wizard absolutely overwhelmed us with the quality of his work. Let's start with the results he helped our daughter Katy achieve: 1550 SAT (up from 1290 when we started working with Harvey) and, more important, admission to Duke, her first choice school. We found Harvey during an internet search for an SAT tutor, but what we got was not only IMHO probably the best SAT tutor in the country, but also a genius marketer with a keen and precise understanding of what college admissions officers are looking for, all at a fraction of the price we would have paid for an SAT tutor plus a college admissions counselor of Harvey's caliber. Any parent who really wants the best for his or her child would be a fool not to sign up with Harvey (assuming he has space available for you). Bravo!

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2 reviews
14 helpful votes
May 27th, 2018

I think it is common knowledge how insanely competitive getting accepted to an Ivy is these days. You really need someone like Harvey to help navigate the process. We were actually a little bit skeptical initially, because Harveys package price seemed to inexpensive for everything he is offering. But he is an exceptionally bright, compassionate and dedicated person. He first helped Liam go up from 1290 to 1520 on his SAT. Then Harvey helped him set up a unique charity. And finally, he spent a lot of time making sure all of Liams college application essays were as good as they could be. I recommend Harvey to any family with Ivy League dreams.

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Harvey "The College" Wizard is the Guy Who Beat The SAT & The College Admission Process. He's now put his entire $10,000 coaching program into two courses: SAT Codebreaker 54 (which money back guarantees a 1530+ SAT Score and the College Wizard® Guaranteed Admission Blueprint (which money back guarantees Full Ride Merit Scholarships & Top 25 School Admission.

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Harvey W.
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Since the death of my only daughter three years ago, I am on a mission in her name to reform the way parents seek SAT prep and college admission coaching for their teens. I vow that everybody else is DOING IT WRONG and I'm DOING IT RIGHT.

That's why I can money-back guarantee a 1530+ SAT score, full ride merits scholarships and Top 25 School Admission when nobody else in the entire college admission industry can. Become A Wizard! https://go.thecollegewizard.net

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