Extracurriculars: The New Superpower!

Yes, high school grades (GPA), SAT/ACT scores are all very important for applying to Colleges and Universities. But along with academics, a resume full of strong extracurricular activities is considered very necessary for any student applying to colleges. They can truly be the distinguishing factor among the many students applying, along with the duration and depth of the activity that the student had achieved.

EC’s (Extracurricular’s) will help admissions officers understand the students’ interests and what they care about the most. Not only so, but ECs ignite students’ own passions and deepen their interests. This makes EC’s almost like a super power, and should be impactful, passion-filled, and UNIQUE!

The Benefits of Athletics EC's

Though there are numerous reasons why athletics are important, the following reasons are the TOP benefits that our own students have pointed out:

– Fitness and Energy Release
– Positive Mentor-ship, Leadership skills, Teamwork & Cooperation
– Time Management, sharpened focus and improved academics

What Athletic Activities are out there?

Most High Schools will have the following activities available for enrollment or try-outs: Football, Basketball, Baseball, Soccer, Wrestling, Lacrosse, Swim, Tennis, Track & Field.

Unique Athletic Activities in New Jersey

We collaborate with facilities in Bergen County that offer unique athletic extracurricular activities. Durkan Fencing and Meadowlands Gymnastics are both known for their prestige, years of experience, and robust facility.

Durkan Fencing Academy – ask us for more information!
- Fencers have an excellent chance of getting college scholarships, and is a HIGHLY recruited talent for Ivy League Schools. Our friends who founded Durkan are experts and former Ivy League graduates who have years of experience admitting students into Ivy League Schools and understanding the admissions process.

Meadowlands Gymnastics – ask us for more information!

Our success stories

Xin

Our Remarks : When Xin first started with us, she was curious about the SAT and uncertain about the best path forward. However, she quickly made remarkable progress, setting her sights on NYU. In just a few months, she boosted her SAT score to over 1450. We worked together on her NYU application, assisting her with the essays, and soon after, she was accepted. We couldn’t be happier for her, and we’re absolutely thrilled to see Xin living out her dreams.

Hasan

Achievement : Acceptance of Bergen Technical High School

Our Remarks : We congratulate Hasan for getting acceptance on Bergen Technical High School Aerospace Engineering Major! He spent immersive effort at Ivy Test Prep and showed commitment. We are proud of his hard work and this wonderful job. He continued with us for college applications, and he got full ride from University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign about Mechanic engineering. He is also a member of US Junior National Gymnastics Team and he brought 2 gold medals to USA at 2024. We are proud of him!

Richin

Achievement : SAT Score 1550 out of 1600

Our Remarks : When Rchin joined us, he was eager to learn about the SAT but unsure of the best direction to take. Nonetheless, he made rapid and impressive strides, soon setting his sights on Brown University. In just a few months, he raised his SAT score to over 1500. We collaborated closely on his Brown application, guiding him through the essays, and before long, he was accepted. We are overjoyed for him and incredibly excited to see Rchin pursuing his dreams.

Iremgul

Achievement : 770 Reading & Writing

Our Remarks : Read more about Iremgul’s Success Story, and how she won the Gold Medal for the Creative Writing Challenge at the Owlypia competition.

Giovanni

Achievement : Acceptance to Georgetown University

Our Remarks : Congratulations to Giovanni for achieving Acceptance to Georgetown University. While at IVY Test Prep she studied very hard in order to reach her goal.

Lauren T

Achievement : Acceptance to New York University

Our Remarks : When she started here she was curious about the SAT test and she is not sure to what way to best fit for her. But she improved herself so fast and decided to work at NYU and she improved SAT score in a few months to over 1400. We applied together to NYU and helped her with application essays then she accepted to NYU. We are so happy, and We're thrilled for Lauren as she’s now living out her dreams.

Musab Y

Achievement : 300 point increase

Our Remarks : Congratulations to Musab for getting a 1300 on his SAT. When he began tutoring, he had an SAT score 990 and improved by 300 points! Our teachers were very impressed with his studying and time management skills.

Elif S

Achievement : Acceptance to NYU (School of Engineering)

Our Remarks : Congratulations to Elif S for achieving Acceptance to NYU (School of Engineering). While at IVY Test Prep she studied very hard in order to reach her goal.

Fatih O

Achievement : Acceptances to UMass Amherst and NJIT

Our Remarks : Congratulations to Fatih for getting accepted to UMass and NJIT. While at IVY Test Prep he studied very hard. Our teachers were impressed by his work ethic and studying skills.

Emir O

Achievement : Acceptance of Bergen Technical High School

Our Remarks : We’re happy to congratulate Emir on his acceptance to Bergen Technical High School! During his time at Ivy Test Prep, he put in great effort and showed commitment. We are proud of his hard work and this wonderful achievement.

Casey

Achievement : Got Accepted United States Military Academy West Point, NY

Our Remarks : Congratulations to Casey on her acceptance to West Point Army! She jumped about 300 points on her SAT score with Ivy’s SAT test prep program. We at Ivy Test Prep are incredibly proud of her hard work and dedication. We can’t wait to see all the amazing things she will accomplish in the future.