About the School
Manhattan Prep is an American company specializing in standardized test preparation for admission to business schools, law schools, and graduate programs. Founded in 2000, headquartered in New York. The school is known for its proprietary methodologies, including the "Manhattan Prep Strategy Guides" and adaptive online learning.
Programs and Formats
Manhattan Prep offers courses in four main areas:
- GMAT Prep — preparation for the Graduate Management Admission Test.
- GRE Prep — preparation for the Graduate Record Examination.
- LSAT Prep — preparation for the Law School Admission Test.
- Executive Assessment Prep — preparation for the Executive Assessment for EMBA programs.
Learning formats:
- Hybrid Courses — a combination of live online classes with an instructor and self-paced study of materials.
- Private Tutoring — one-on-one sessions with a teacher.
- On-Demand Courses — fully self-paced learning with access to video lessons and tests.
All courses are available online; in-person classes are also available in some US cities (please check).
Cost and What's Included
Course prices range from $1,499 to $3,599 per course, depending on the format and duration. The cost includes:
- Access to the online platform with video lessons and practice tests.
- Live classes with an instructor (for hybrid courses).
- Study materials and strategy guides.
- Access to practice exams.
For exact prices and packages, please check the school's website or consult a Tutorly expert.
Why Choose Manhattan Prep
- Experienced Instructors — teachers with high exam scores (99th percentile).
- Proven Methodologies — strategies developed from years of exam analysis.
- Flexible Format — allows you to balance work and study.
- High Results — average score improvement for students is 100+ points on the GMAT.
- Trial Access — opportunity to test the course before purchasing.
What to Consider Before Choosing
- Price — Manhattan Prep courses are more expensive than average, but the quality matches.
- Language of Instruction — all classes are in English; a level of Upper-Intermediate or higher is required.
- US Focus — materials and strategies are tailored to US exams.
- Intensity — courses require a significant time commitment (10-20 hours per week).
- Geography — in-person classes are only available in the US; for others, only online.
