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- Custom programs for the SAT, ACT, PSAT, SSAT, ISEE & AP exams
- Flexible scheduling — in-home, online, or hybrid tutoring
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“My daughter loves Tutor Doctor for ACT prep. Her practice scores have already increased by 5 points and she’s only been working for a month!”
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Your journey begins with a free practice test that establishes your student’s baseline and reveals specific areas for improvement. From there, our Education Consultant works closely with your family to understand your goals and matches your student with the perfect tutor someone who not only has deep expertise in SAT or ACT content but also connects with your child’s personality and learning style. Our one-to-one tutoring approach combines targeted skill-building, proven test-taking strategies, and confidence coaching to help students master challenging concepts, improve their pacing, and reduce test-day anxiety. Whether your student needs help choosing between the SAT and ACT, understanding the new digital formats, or navigating test-optional policies, we provide clear guidance every step of the way. Throughout the process, we focus on building confidence and reducing stress, ensuring your student feels prepared, calm, and ready to perform their best when test day arrives.
With Tutor Doctor, your student will:
- Receive personalized one-to-one instruction tailored to their specific strengths, weaknesses, and target score goals
- Master proven strategies for each test section while building speed, accuracy, and confidence through targeted practice
- Learn stress-reduction techniques and time management skills that transform test anxiety into focused performance
- Gain clarity on which test best suits their abilities and how their scores fit into their overall college admissions strategy
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Meet Sandy Tutwiler, owner of Tutor Doctor of Frisco & McKinney
Sandy Tutwiler brings over 25 years of leadership experience and a lifelong passion for education to Tutor Doctor of Frisco & McKinney, where she transforms test prep anxiety into academic confidence. Her journey began in high school, tutoring fellow students through challenging subjects, and continued through college where she discovered the life-changing impact of personalized instruction hearing students excitedly share their exam success stories and witnessing their confidence soar. Sandy understands that when students struggle with standardized tests like the SAT and ACT, the stress can be overwhelming, affecting not just their scores but their entire college admissions journey.
As the owner serving families throughout Frisco, McKinney, Prosper, and surrounding communities, Sandy combines her corporate expertise in building successful teams with her dedication to educational mentoring to carefully match each student with the ideal test prep tutor. She partners directly with parents to create a strong support network, ensuring students receive personalized one-to-one instruction tailored to their unique learning style and college goals. Sandy and her team are committed to reducing test-day stress, building lasting confidence, and opening doors to college opportunities because she knows that with the right guidance, positive attitude, and individualized support, every student can achieve their dreams.
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Our Approach to Test Prep Tutoring
At Tutor Doctor, every test prep journey starts with a process that’s built around your student — not a one-size-fits-all program. We take the time to understand each student, match them with the right tutor, and provide personalized, one-to-one instruction that builds both skill and confidence.
Assess
We start with a free consultation and practice test to understand your student’s starting point and college goals, and create a personalized plan.
Match
Your student is paired with an expert test prep tutor who fits their learning style, personality, and college goals.
Tutor
Through one-to-one test prep sessions, students build the skills, strategy, and confidence they need to perform at their best.
Support
We stay connected through regular progress updates and communication, so families are always informed about milestones, focus areas, and next steps.
Test Prep Tailored to Every Student
Tutor Doctor helps students prepare for the exams that shape their college journey. From improving SAT or ACT scores to mastering AP exams, our one-to-one test prep programs strengthen content knowledge, build strategy, and boost confidence — so students can approach college admissions with clarity and calm.
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Benefits of One-to-One Test Prep Tutoring
Effective test preparation goes beyond memorizing formulas or test tricks — it’s about helping students build the mindset and skills that lead to lasting success.
With one-to-one test prep tutoring, your student will:
- Receive personalized instruction tailored to their goals, test, and learning style
- Strengthen academic skills that support classroom success and college readiness
- Learn strategies for pacing, focus, and stress management
- Build confidence and motivation through supportive, one-to-one instruction
- Develop study habits and resilience that make future exams — including college entrance tests — less stressful
When students feel supported, confident, and prepared, they don’t just test better — they thrive. Book a Free Consultation to learn how Tutor Doctor’s personalized test prep tutoring can help your student succeed in school and get into their dream college.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Test Prep Tutoring Services in Frisco & McKinney
How is Tutor Doctor's test prep different from the big test prep centers in Frisco and McKinney?
Unlike group classes at large test prep centers, Tutor Doctor provides personalized one-to-one tutoring that adapts to your student’s specific needs, learning style, and goals. We start with a free practice test to identify strengths and areas for improvement, then match your child with a tutor who creates a customized plan just for them. Our tutors come to your home or meet online, working around your family’s schedule no driving to crowded centers in Frisco or McKinney during rush hour.
When should my student start preparing for the SAT or ACT?
Most students in the Frisco and McKinney area begin test prep 3-4 months before their target test date, though some start earlier for a more gradual approach. We recommend beginning with our free practice test to establish a baseline score and determine how much preparation your student needs. Since many local students take the PSAT in October of junior year, starting SAT prep in the summer or early fall can help with both tests.
How does the free practice test work, and what happens next?
Your student takes a full-length practice SAT or ACT test in a relaxed environment either at home or online. We provide a detailed score report that goes beyond just numbers, explaining what the results mean and identifying specific areas for improvement. Based on these results and your child’s college goals, we create a personalized tutoring plan and match them with the right tutor from our network of experienced test prep specialists serving the Frisco and McKinney area.
Should my child take the SAT or ACT, and how do the new digital formats work?
Both tests are accepted by all colleges, but students often perform better on one format. The SAT is now fully digital and adaptive (questions get harder or easier based on performance), while the ACT is introducing a shorter digital version in 2025 alongside the traditional paper test. Our free consultation helps determine which test suits your student’s strengths, and our tutors are trained on all the latest formats to ensure your child is fully prepared for whichever test they choose.
Can you really help improve test scores, and do you serve students throughout the Frisco-McKinney area?
Yes, our personalized approach has helped thousands of students improve their scores many parents report increases of 200+ SAT points or 4+ ACT points with consistent effort and engagement. We serve families throughout Frisco, McKinney, Prosper, Allen, Plano, Richardson, The Colony, Little Elm, and surrounding communities. Our one-to-one model means your student gets focused attention on their specific challenges, whether that’s test anxiety, time management, or content gaps.
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