Small Group Coaching

Small Group Coaching—Live Expert Instruction

Excel in the TJHSST admissions process with our live, small-group coaching. Taught by distinguished TJHSST Alumni, including a former TJ Endowment Fund Board Member, our program provides expert instruction and tailored weekly feedback to ensure your application stands out.

Everything You Need to Succeed

Immediate Access

Receive full access to our self-paced digital resources the moment you register—start preparing before day one.

Intimate Class Size

Benefit from personalized attention in classes capped at just 6 students—your questions always get answered.

12 Hours of Live Instruction

Engage in twelve hours of interactive instruction across eight sessions, led by elite TJHSST alumni.

5 Full-Group Workshops

Sharpen your skills and test-taking strategies in five comprehensive workshops designed to build confidence under pressure.

Master Every Component of TJ Admissions

Essay Component

Student Portrait Sheet (SPS)

  • 250+ practice prompts, including official prompts from 2020–2025 cycles
  • 24 admitted student essays to deconstruct and learn from
  • Story-arc development techniques for compelling narratives
  • Advanced frameworks & checklists that admissions officers notice
Technical Component

Problem-Solving Essay (PSE)

  • 47 practice prompts, including every official essay from 2015–2025
  • 200+ targeted review problems covering Math & Science concepts
  • Comprehensive video & written solutions for every prompt
  • Math (Algebra, Geometry) + Science (Bio, Chem, Physics) review

Unlimited Advising Support

Get help whenever you need it through our dedicated Q&A forum, WhatsApp, and email channels. We're your partners through the entire process.

Guarantee

Sophomore Admissions Advising Guarantee

If you aren't admitted the first time, we provide free editing support for your sophomore application. (Terms and conditions apply)

Not sure which program is right for you?

Compare Self-Paced and Small Group Coaching side-by-side to find the perfect fit for your student.

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Everything Included in One Program

Your Tuition Covers

  • 12 hours of live instruction with TJ Alumni
  • 10 proctored practice exams with analytics
  • 5 full-group strategy workshops
  • Unlimited comprehensive revisions—inline comments, general feedback & scoring
  • Full self-paced digital course access
  • 250+ practice prompts & 24 sample essays
  • WhatsApp, email & forum support
Sophomore Admissions Advising Guarantee Didn't get in? We provide free editing support for your sophomore application. Learn more →
Program Tuition
$3,195
Early Registration
Summer & Fall sessions Discounts available
2025–26 Status Fully Enrolled

Registration for 2026–27 opens February 2026

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Why this investment? With Small Group Coaching, you're getting world-class instruction from distinguished TJ Alumni—including a former TJ Endowment Fund Board Member—with unlimited personalized feedback every week. This is the ideal choice for students who thrive with hands-on guidance and intensive, interactive support.

Looking for a more affordable option? Our Self-Paced Course provides access to the exact same curriculum at one of the most affordable price points on the market—far less than nearly any other TJ prep center. It's perfect for self-motivated learners ready to work independently. Compare both programs →

Frequently Asked Questions

This course is administered via Google Classroom and Zoom. Google Classroom is a highly intuitive platform that students often use at school. The course includes pre-recorded videos and guides that teach students how to plan, structure, and write their responses, along with examples and templates. After working through the material each week, students come to class prepared to discuss the edits made to their work. The Zoom sessions are run similar to an in-person classroom, with cameras on and screen sharing.

We limit our group size to a maximum of 6 students for instructional sessions. This ensures that students receive enough individualized attention while benefiting from a variety of perspectives by seeing and editing each other's responses. Each student receives individualized line-by-line feedback on all of their assigned homework each week. For optional workshops, students from across all sections are invited to attend.

No worries! We record at least one session each week and post it in Google Classroom. If you miss a session, you can watch the recording to catch up. If you have any questions after watching the recording, you can contact your instructor for assistance at any time.

Each batch (Summer, Fall, and Winter) covers the same curriculum, so you only need to pick one. Choose the batch that aligns best with your schedule and where the student feels most engaged. While all batches provide high-quality instruction, the Summer and Fall batches often offer more individualized attention due to lower enrollment compared to the Winter batch, which tends to have the highest demand.

Yes. This course can be taken in 7th or 8th grade. However, students will benefit most in 8th grade when their extracurricular experiences are more developed, allowing them to write stronger essays. Until then, we strongly recommend students complete our self-paced course.

The self-paced online course has statistically similar admission rates to live coaching, as it follows a very similar curriculum. If the student is willing to commit to completing the course, the self-paced course is a great fit and a more affordable choice. However, if you prefer live coaching with more instructor support, small group coaching is the better option.

Upcoming Events

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Free Info Session Recording

Complete walkthrough of TJ admissions, SPS, and PSE strategies from our TJHSST alumni instructors.

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Grades 4-8 + Parents
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Proctored Practice Exams

Full-length timed SPS and Math/Science PSE exams with personalized score reports and feedback.

Saturdays, Aug - Jan
Grades 4-8
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