EJM-ADVANTAGE TESTING - SAT PREPARATION PROGRAMS - Frequently asked questions for students entering Seconde and Première classes

Sep 28, 2026

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Letter outlining EJM-ADVANTAGE TESTING SAT Preparation Programs for 2021-2022, addressing parents and students planning higher education in the U.S. It explains SAT/PSAT timing for Seconde and Première students, the rationale for starting SAT preparation in Seconde, and how the two-year structure helps students optimize scores. It details program composition (practice tests, classroom instruction, lesson format, keys, and access to Mr. Shapiro) and provides guidance on private tutoring and independent preparation.

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SAT Preparation Programs overview

Suggested enrollment timeline for Seconde and Première

Program schedule, format, and cost

Frequently Asked Questions for Students Entering Seconde and Première Classes

Why start SAT preparation in Seconde?

What are the Programs?

Should students get a private tutor?

What work can students do on their own?

EJM-ADVANTAGE TESTING 2021-2022 SAT PREPARATION PROGRAMS June 2021 Dear Parents and Students, The school’s SAT Preparation Programs will once more be available for all students wishing to pursue higher education in the U.S. Next year’s Première students take the official PSAT in October 2021 and prepare for the May 2022 session of the SAT Reasoning Test. Next year’s Seconde students will take the “practice” official PSAT in October 2021. Given the challenges and importance of the SAT, Seconde students who are sure they will apply to U.S. colleges are urged to enroll in the PSAT/SAT Program followed by the SAT Program in their Première year. This will give students two full years to prepare for the test and to optimize their scores. Even in the U.S., where students are very familiar with standardized tests, an overwhelming majority of students applying to highly selective colleges take classes in SAT preparation for 1-2 years, sometimes longer. That said, students may take just the Première Program. However, this option is prudent for only those students whose mother tongue is English and who have the ability to quickly read and comprehend complex texts in English. For a more detailed explanation of this recommendation, please read the first question and answer in “Frequently Asked Questions.” | Grade in
2021-22 | Program | Begins | Ends | Target
Test Date | Tuition * | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Première | SAT Program | September | May | May 2022 | 2 664€ | | Seconde | PSAT/SAT Program | November | June | May 2023 | 2 256€ | | * Additional TVA is applicable to students NOT enrolled at EJM | | | | | | Enrollment forms should be sent to: SAT, EJM, 70 rue du Théâtre, 75015 Paris, or sign, scan, and send it electronically to: [a.shapiro@ejm.net](a.shapiro@ejm.net) Program payments will be paid in the same manner as school tuition payments, according to each family’s financial agreement with EJM’s Accounting Department about such payments. Enrollment in the program is on a first come, first served basis, subject to availability. On the following pages, you will find “Frequently Asked Questions for Students Entering Seconde and Première Classes” along with responses. Please take a moment to read these topics, which will inform you about certain crucial aspects of the program and its requirements. Sincerely, Alex Shapiro Head of SAT Prep Programs EJM-ADVANTAGE TESTING 2021-2022 SAT PREPARATION PROGRAMS Frequently asked questions for students entering Seconde and Première classes Why should students start preparing SAT classes in Seconde? The SAT’s intense, multiple choice format is radically different from the formats of most European academic tests. American students encounter this format in school exams, but EJM students do not and need extra time to get used to it. In addition, most EJM students study math in French and will need to learn a new math vocabulary. Moreover, the math section of the SAT is unlike academic math in certain ways. It requires logical analysis and critical thinking skills that students may need time to develop. The SAT also requires students to have sophisticated English vocabularies, a command of English grammar, and the ability to read and comprehend English texts very rapidly. Given their European curriculum and bi-or even tri-lingualism, the vast majority of EJM students need a full two years of preparation in order to obtain SAT scores that will fully reflect their true potential and make them competitive applicants to top U.S. universities. What are the Programs? The Programs are a combination of practice tests and classroom instruction. Each course offers 20 lessons and five practice tests. The majority of the practice tests come with Keys that explain how to approach each problem. Each classroom lesson lasts 90 minutes. The lesson schedule is created after the rentree, using the students’ EJM schedules. All lessons occur at th

FAQs

Why should students start preparing for SAT classes in Seconde?

The SAT’s multiple-choice format differs significantly from most European academic tests. EJM students also need to learn new math vocabulary and adapt to the SAT’s logical analysis and critical thinking requirements, while building rapid English reading comprehension and grammar command. The two-year preparation helps students achieve SAT scores reflecting their full potential.

What are the Programs and how are they structured?

The Programs combine practice tests with classroom instruction. Each course includes 20 lessons and five practice tests, most with Keys explaining how to approach each problem. Classroom lessons last 90 minutes, and scheduling is created after the rentrée using students’ EJM timetables. Students can also meet Mr. Shapiro during regular school hours to discuss questions or individualized study plans, included in the program cost.

Should I get a private tutor instead of joining the EJM Programs?

EJM notes that most private tutors cannot replicate timed practice-test experience and detailed question-by-question explanations on missed items. The EJM Programs are designed for EJM students and align with how they were taught. If additional help is desired, EJM recommends using a private tutor to supplement the program rather than replace it, such as clarifying missed problems with the help of the Keys.

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