How much does an SAT tutor cost?
Updated October 5, 2026
It varies more than most parents expect. Hourly rates depend on the tutor's experience, where you live, and whether you hire one person or go through a company.
Source: Care.com: How much does a tutor cost? (viewed October 5, 2026)
Published rates
| Provider | What it is | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Care.com | Average posted starting rate for test prep tutors, as of September 22, 2025 | $100 an hour |
| The Princeton Review | SAT Targeted Tutoring, 10 hours | $2,000 |
| The Princeton Review | SAT Comprehensive Tutoring, 18 hours | $3,150 |
Prices as viewed on October 5, 2026. Retail prices change, so check the provider's own page before you buy.
Sources: Care.com: How much does a tutor cost? (viewed October 5, 2026); The Princeton Review: SAT tutoring (viewed October 5, 2026)
What to ask before you pay
- How many hours does the package include, and what happens to unused hours?
- Does the tutor work from official College Board practice tests?
- How will you see progress between sessions?
- Is there a refund policy, and what does it require?
Lower-cost options
The College Board's practice tests in Bluebook and Khan Academy's SAT course are free.
Sources: College Board: SAT practice and preparation; College Board: Official Digital SAT Prep on Khan Academy
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