Test Preparation

Course features:

Price: $400* - Includes the following: 

Practice tests: 4 (1 taken prior to class, one taken in-class, plus 2 additional online, proctored tests)

*Am OU alumni OR multiple student discount is available! 10% off tuition will be applied to your account if you are somehow affiliated with OU or when a second student is registered. Please contact Amy Olind at acolind@oakland.edu for information on discounts.

Study tools:

• Expert OU instructors provide Kaplan's high quality curriculum to students in an engaging, interactive format
• Kaplan’s curriculum provides a systematic approach to test readiness so that instructors easily promote and prioritize instruction on the most relevant content and question-types including math, evidenced-based reading, and writing and language.
• Students benefit from expertly scaffolded lessons that provide defined support as they master new problem solving and critical thinking skills. Two (2) full-length SAT practice exams are given in the course, and students will receive full score reports to diagnose performance and analyze progress.
• An online study tool for students extends learning beyond the classroom with hours of on-demand lessons led by expert Kaplan instructors.
• Access to updated online quizzes that provide extra, customized practice.
• In class review of strategies that will help your student with critically important aspects of the test, such as time management.

Kaplan SAT Self-Paced 

Students work on their own time at their own pace through the content. 

• 30 self-directed, online lessons
• Official College Board practice tests, including 4 full length practice tests
• 1000+ practice questions and quizzes throughout each lesson
• 6 months of unlimited access
• Over 50 instructional videos on test content, strategy, and more

Cost: $150

Contact Amy Olind at acolind@oakland.edu or 248-370-4699 to register.

Summer 2022 Program

Join us for an intensive SAT workshop before the students back to school! The workshop is also perfect for students looking to sit for the August 27th exam.

Taught by two experienced, certified teachers, students will learn SAT specific strategies and review core content they will encounter on the exam. Students will be expected to take one practice test in the week prior to the first class session. Students will also receive a 3-book course pack. Detailed instructions will be sent out in a Welcome Email a week prior to the first class. An additional practice test will be taken mid-way through the course.

Dates: August 1-5 and 8-12, 2022

Days: Monday - Friday

Times: 9am-12pm (8am-12pm on 8/8 for the second SAT Practice Test administration)

Cost: $400*

Location: Oakland University Main Campus; exact room TBD

Registration: Click here to register for the SAT Summer Camp

Spring 2023 Program

Join us for an intensive SAT workshop before Juniors take the SAT in April of 2023 in school! The workshop is also perfect for students looking to sit for the August 27th exam.

Taught by two experienced, certified teachers, students will learn SAT specific strategies and review core content they will encounter on the exam. Students will be expected to take one practice test in the week prior to the first class session. Students will also receive a 3-book course pack. Detailed instructions will be sent out in a Welcome Email a week prior to the first class. An additional practice test will be taken mid-way through the course.

Dates: February 18 - March 26, 2023

Days: Saturday and Sunday

Times: 9am-11:30am (9am-12pm on 3/11 for the second SAT Practice Test administration)

Cost: $400*

Location: Oakland University Main Campus; exact room TBD

Registration: Registration will open here on September 1st, 2022

*Oakland University reserves the right to cancel courses due to low enrollment. To allow maximum enrollment, you will be notified of course cancellation 24 hours before the course start date via your home email or phone on record.

Notice: By registering for this Professional and Continuing Education class, I agree that Oakland University can share my contact information (name, address, telephone number, and e-mail address) with Kaplan Test Prep for the purposes of administering the class.

OU PACE has begun partnering with schools in Oakland, Macomb, and Wayne counties to offer discounted SAT prep courses. Programs take place at the home school, which allows for students to prep in a familiar, convenient location. 

Program Overview

• Programs can be customized to meet individual school needs, but students will receive up to 21 hours of in-person instruction in addition to two fully-proctored practice tests.
• Oakland University staff lead instruction and will work closely with school personnel to ensure program success.
• Students receive a comprehensive course book and access to an online companion containing additional practice tests, quizzes and sample questions, and additional video instruction.

For more information on initiating a partnership, please contact Amy Olind at acolind@oakland.edu.

Note: Schools have been approved to use Section 31a funding to cover the costs of this program. A brief description is copied below, but for more information please visit the Michigan Department of Education website. 

Section 31a At-Risk Program Description: Section 31a of the State School Aid Act provides funding to eligible Local Educational Agencies (LEAs) and Public School Academies (PSAs) for the intent and purposes focused on the following student outcomes: attending school regularly, reading proficiently by the end of 3rd grade, being proficient in mathematics by the end of 8th grade, and being career and college ready by high school graduation.