After taking the PSAT or PreACT, many students glance at their score report and move on. But those students miss out on a key benefit: the opportunity to critically assess one’s college preparedness and learn from past mistakes. Join expert test prep tutor Aidan Sigman to make sense of your scores and learn critical ACT- and SAT-related tips.

Join our webinar to learn four practical steps to turn a good essay into a great one. With early admissions deadlines just a few weeks away, we’ll show you how to strengthen your draft. Even if you’re applying for regular decision, you'll gain valuable tips to improve your personal statement and supplemental essays. Learn how students have transformed their essays, and get the tools to do the same.

Are you a high school sophomore or junior wondering which standardized test to take on your path to college? We've got you covered! Join us for an informative and interactive masterclass where we'll unpack recent news about colleges returning to test-required and help you make the right testing decision for you.

Webinar

Join us for an informative webinar exploring the weight of the personal statement in today's admissions process, and how college essays play into test-optional policies. Hosted by our Director Scott Clyburn, webinar participants will receive their very own digital copy of our proprietary workbook, The North Avenue Guide to College Essays.

As the end of the school year approaches, the pressure is building, with finals looming and extracurricular activities coming to a close. We’re inviting you to take a break from the books and visit our no-stress lounges from June 10-13.

On June 12, we’ll set finals aside for the afternoon and practice some stress-relieving animal therapy. Come pet a couple of furry friends and enjoy some local ice cream with tutors and other students!

Are you a high school sophomore or junior wondering which standardized test to take on your path to college? We've got you covered! Join us for an informative and interactive session where we'll unpack recent news about colleges returning to test-required and help you make the right testing decision for you.

Join us for a 16-hour journey through global test-taking strategies, content review, and lots of guided practice for the digital SAT, hosted onsite at our partner institution (and neighbor), the Multnomah Athletic Club. Saturdays (9am-11am) from April 6th to May 25th.

Enrollment restricted to MAC members and their guests.

In anticipation of the digital School Day SAT on March 20th, we've partnered with the PPS College and Career Readiness team to acquaint juniors with the new test format as well as proven resources, tools, and test-taking strategies.

Are you a high school sophomore or junior wondering which standardized test to take on your path to college? We've got you covered! Join us for an informative and interactive session where we'll help you make the right decision.

The presentation will begin promptly at 5:30pm. After the presentation, stick around for a 30-minute open house and meet-and-greet with our tutor team at our new Lake Oswego office.

Ever wondered how college admissions officers evaluate applications with and without test scores? The number of colleges and universities with test-optional and test-free admissions policies has skyrocketed since 2020. But students would be misguided if they heard this statistic and decided they could forget about even registering for an official exam. In reality, test scores are still an important (and often overlooked) component of admissions today.

Join our founder and director, Scott Clyburn to learn why test scores still matter, both for admissions and financial aid.

After taking the PreACT or PSAT, many students glance at their score report and move on. But those students miss out on a key benefit: the opportunity to critically assess one’s college preparedness and learn from past mistakes. Join expert test prep tutor Ben Dillon to learn the following, plus more ACT- and SAT-related tips:

• how to read your PSAT or PreACT score reports;

• the National Merit Scholarship process;

• key differences between the SAT, and ACT;

• how to prepare for the Digital SAT in 2024; and

• free resources to improve.

Come Celebrate Our New Location

We are thrilled to invite you to our exciting new tutoring location, just blocks from Lincoln HS and the Multnomah Athletic Club. Join us on Wednesday at 4pm to tour our tutoring spaces, meet our team of experts, and discover state-of-the-art resources and tech to empower your academic journey.

2140 SW Jefferson St, Suite 100
Portland, OR 97201 

Whether you're a student seeking support, a teacher looking to collaborate, or a college counselor interested in testing advice, this event is an excellent opportunity to connect live and explore the possibilities this school year.

We look forward to welcoming you at our new location!

Webinar

The SAT is on the verge of a major transformation as it embraces a digital format. This shift is set to shake up the way students approach the test, reinforcing the importance of using proven strategies and high-quality resources to prepare. In today's tech-savvy climate, we want to help students to leverage the right tools on the digital SAT and PSAT.

Join North Avenue’s Founder and Director, Scott Clyburn, to make sense of these changes and set your student on the path to college admissions success.

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As you may have heard, a new and shorter version of the GRE takes effect this fall. But how does this change affect your preparation and testing experience? Join test prep tutor Ben Dillon to learn more about what these changes mean for you as you navigate the ever-shifting contours of graduate admissions tests.

Ever wondered how college admissions officers compare students with similar GPAs but from completely different high schools? It has everything to do with the transcript. And course rigor has only grown in importance as more students apply without test sores, which have historically helped colleges contextualize grades.

Join our experts to learn what course rigor means and why it matters when applying to selective colleges and universities.

You've worked incredibly hard to get into your dream college – don't stop now. Making the most of your undergrad years is critical for skills development, grad admissions, and career potential. Join our experts to explore:

• How to nurture your network;

• How to gain relevant skills for future employment; and

• How to prepare for graduate entrance exams.

After taking the PSAT, many students glance at their score report and move on. But those students miss out on a key benefit: the opportunity to critically assess one’s college preparedness and learn from past mistakes. Join expert test prep tutor Ben Dillon to learn the following, plus more PSAT- and SAT-related tips:

• How to read your PSAT score report;

• Important performance trends to look for;

• The National Merit Scholarship process;

• Key differences between the PSAT, SAT, and ACT;

• How to prepare for the Digital PSAT in 2023 and;

• Free resources to improve weaker content areas.

Webinar

Join us for an informative webinar exploring the weight of the personal statement in today's admissions process, and how college essays play into test-optional policies. Hosted by Isaac Ducker, webinar participants will receive their very own copy of our proprietary workbook, The North Avenue Guide to College Essays.

Webinar

Before your April School Day SAT, join a free, interactive review session hosted by our expert test prep tutor. You’ll learn helpful strategies to prepare for the exam, including how SAT scores are used in college admissions, test-taking strategies, and example problems you can expect to encounter.

Webinar

Before your official or School Day ACT, join a free, interactive review session hosted by our expert test prep tutor. You’ll learn helpful strategies to prepare for the exam, including how ACT scores are used in college admissions, test-taking strategies, and example problems you can expect to encounter.

Webinar

Join us to discuss what to expect on your May exams, including test format, strategies for free-response questions, and how to prepare if your school doesn't offer an official AP curriculum.

Webinar

Join us to discuss what to expect on your spring exams, including exam format, strategies for short-answer questions, and how to effectively prepare if your school has reduced instructional time.

Webinar

After 2020’s test cancelations, this fall’s PSAT results are more valuable than ever. Join expert test prep tutor Isaac Ducker to learn how to read your PSAT score report and identify strategies to improve your score. We’ll discuss next steps after the PSAT, including the National Merit Scholarship process and key differences between the SAT and ACT.

Webinar

By understanding what executive functioning (EF) is and how it relates to schoolwork, you can set your student up for success. North Avenue’s Scott Clyburn will join Antonia Forster and Michael Fulop from Behavioral Diagnostics & Treatment to discuss how to help your teen cope with EF issues and practical habits for student success.

Webinar

Join our experts to explore the opportunities – and unique challenges – of applying to college in the 21st century. We’ll impart big-picture advice, such as recommended timelines for sophomores, juniors, and seniors, as well as important but lesser-known topics like demonstrated interest and how to determine if you should submit test scores to test-optional schools.

Webinar

Join our experts to explore the hidden opportunities – and unique challenges – of applying to college as a neurodivergent student. Independent Educational Consultant Jen Holguin and North Avenue Founder & Director Scott Clyburn will discuss what measures of academic achievement are most valuable for students with learning differences to pursue, as well as how to evaluate a college’s support services with your student’s learning needs in mind. 

ONLINE

Review Sessions are intensive small group classes two days prior to each official test. Open to prospective or past students for $125 and to current students at no charge.

Contact us to enroll.

info@northaveeducation.com
503/468-6905

ONLINE

Review Sessions are intensive small group classes two days prior to each official test. Open to prospective or past students for $125 and to current students at no charge.

Contact us to enroll.

info@northaveeducation.com
503/468-6905

ONLINE

Review Sessions are intensive small group classes two days prior to each official test. Open to prospective or past students for $125 and to current students at no charge.

Contact us to enroll.

info@northaveeducation.com
503/468-6905

Webinar

If your student is planning to pursue athletic goals in college, it’s smart to start planning early. Join North Avenue Director Scott Clyburn and Kathy Connor of Connor College Consulting to learn how to prepare your star athlete for a successful college career.