GRE prep in San Diego, near you, & online
You need to take the GRE, but you might be having trouble preparing effectively by yourself. Or maybe you've tried a GRE prep course or class that didn't really raise your scores. Good news! We can help. Whether you're applying to graduate, business, or law school, we'll demystify and de-stress the entire GRE prep process for you so you can get the test handled and get on with the rest of your life. We offer a 15% discount for active duty military - contact Vince for more details.
(Vince has also put together a bunch of free GRE prep resources if you're not sure you need our help.)
Below are the 3 options we have to help you get ready for the GRE.
OPTION 1: Directed Self-Studying. Sharpen your verbal skills with our verbal video course, or work directly with Vince to create a customized study plan unique to your situation and skill level - our #1 most popular service! You get new assignments each week based on your progress.
Works great for: People who mainly need to know what to study and how to study it, who like having some accountability, and who are happy to learn from videos.
OPTION 2: Live GRE classes.
Vince's live GRE classes are interactive and engaging to help you learn the strategies and skills you need to score high. Limited to 12 students per class. Includes live office hours for homework help.
Works great for: People who value the structure of a class, who like the camaraderie of a group learning environment, and who want the chance to ask Vince questions without spending a lot of money on tutoring.
OPTION 3: Private GRE tutoring.
High-level performers like professional athletes and CEOs usually have coaches. One-on-one GRE tutoring is a completely customized experience and is the most effective and efficient way to improve. To see our GRE tutors' bios, locations, and pricing, please click here.
Works great for: People who like learning through back-and-forth conversation and personalized explanations. Tutoring is also a great option for people with LD/ADHD or for non-traditional / older students.
P.S. Speaking of personalized help, we can also help your write your graduate school personal statement or statement of purpose!
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GRE Prep Courses
If you'd like to precisely understand the rules and logic that GRE verbal questions use, check out my GRE Verbal Precision video course.
If you'd like me to design a GRE study plan based on your unique situation, check out my Customized GRE Study Plan.
Reminder: we also offer live GRE classes and private GRE tutoring.
GRE Verbal Precision
$49 per month
Hone your verbal skills.
I've twice gotten a perfect 170 on the GRE's verbal section, and GRE Verbal Precision is my online verbal video course designed to quickly raise your verbal and essay scores, whether you're an international student or a native English speaker.
I call it "verbal precision" since it teaches you to be able to precisely tell whether answers are right or wrong. Unless you're already scoring near 170 for verbal, this course will improve your accuracy and confidence. Also covers the essay section of the test.
Includes:
- my GRE Vocabulary Cartoons course
- access to GRE Prep Squad - our private Discord group.
Course members also get a 20% discount on private tutoring with Vince in case you need more help.
Instructor: Vince Kotchian
Client testimonial: "Vince knows what he is doing. His experience shows. He has been responsive, respectful, and encouraging throughout my time working with him, and the online course was a convenient way to learn. My GRE verbal score went up 5 points to a 166 out of 170, making my dream schools seem attainable. I would highly recommend Vince to anyone who is willing to put in the work to improve."
- James T.
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GRE Customized Study Plan
$295
Coaching from Kotchian.
What people need for GRE prep varies tremendously, so one-size-fits-all courses don't work well for many people. To help make sure you prepare effectively on an ongoing basis, I offer a customized GRE study plan. This is my most popular service!
We'll create a complete schedule with daily and weekly to-dos for math, verbal, and essays that is based on your unique situation and goals, and we'll incorporate my favorite productivity, time management, and study strategies.
You'll use my GRE study tracker to record your progress and send me a weekly email so I can give you ongoing feedback on your progress. You'll be getting the best possible advice on what to do each week until you're 100% done with the GRE.
Includes my GRE Verbal Precision video course (described above) and everything that comes with it!
Customized study plan clients get 20% off private tutoring with Vince.
After you sign up, we’ll contact you to schedule a 45-minute Zoom meeting to create the plan.
Instructor: Vince Kotchian
Client Testimonial: "I highly recommend Vince for GRE prep! I signed up for his customized study plan after trying to get started on GRE studying on my own for a few weeks. Vince was super helpful. He helped me develop a study plan that worked with my schedule and provided a ton of material (including his GRE Verbal course). He was attentive and provided useful feedback and tips throughout my studies. After 2-3 months of studying with Vince, I took the GRE and was thrilled to see that my score went up significantly."
- Mariah B.
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GRE Customized Study Plan Lite
$95
The low-calorie version :)
This is a simplified version of the customized study plan: after you sign up, I'll send you a questionnaire to learn more about your GRE prep timeframe, goals, strengths, and weaknesses. Based on your answers, I'll email you back with my recommended materials for your situation. You'll also get a list of tasks for the 1st week of your prep, and a list of activities to accomplish by the time you actually take the GRE. Note: this plan does NOT include a Zoom meeting with me or any ongoing support.
If you're confused or overwhelmed, this is an easy way to kick off your GRE prep.
Includes my GRE Verbal Precision video course (described above) and everything that comes with it!
Instructor: Vince Kotchian
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