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Rated 4.9 · Serving Berkeley · Since 2011

Tutoring & SAT Prep in Berkeley & the East Bay

Whether your student is struggling in a class, preparing for a big test, or simply wants to go further, we'll help you find the right next step.

One-on-one math, science, and SAT/ACT support for middle school through college. Meet in person across Berkeley or online.

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  • Your first hour of academic tutoring is free, with no commitment

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3,700+Students helped since 2011
Top 5%We hire the top 5% of tutor applicants
4.9 ★Average from 63 Google reviews across our 4 locations
Since 2011Trusted by Berkeley families for over 15 years
Berkeley Tutoring

One-on-One Tutoring in Berkeley

High Performance Tutoring has helped Berkeley families since 2011, with one-on-one tutoring at home, at local libraries and study spots, or online. Choose academic tutoring or a test prep program below.

A High Performance tutor working one-on-one with a student in Berkeley

Academic Tutoring

One-on-one in every core subject, middle school through college, in person across Berkeley or online. In person $130/hour, online $90/hour, pay as you go. Pricing

MathChemistryPhysicsBiologyComputer ScienceBusiness & EconomicsAP courses
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MathIntegrated MathAlgebraGeometryTrigonometryPre-CalculusCalculusAdvanced MathStatisticsPhysicsChemistryBiologyComputer ScienceEconomicsAccountingFinance

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SAT & ACT Prep

Prep built around each student's target score and test date, in person or online. Our best students have gained 300+ SAT or 7+ ACT points; most who complete our program gain 150 to 300 (SAT) or 3 to 7 (ACT).

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4.9 average rating from 63 Google reviews across our 4 locations · 3,700+ students served since 2011

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Meet Our Tutors

Meet a Few of Our Berkeley Tutors

Tony, tutor at High Performance Tutoring

Tony W.

5.0session rating
Berkeley, CA
In-Person Online
MathPhysics

Tony has two years of tutoring experience and is a graduate student in Mechanical Engineering, teaching math and physics through AP and college levels.

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Arani, tutor at High Performance Tutoring

Arani A.

5.0session rating
San Jose, CA
In-Person Online
EconomicsMathPhysics

Arani has 8 years of tutoring experience and holds a BA in Physics and Applied Mathematics and an MS in Applied Physics.

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Skylar, tutor at High Performance Tutoring

Skylar L.

Pleasanton, CA
In-Person Online
BiologyChemistry

Shin Young has over six years of tutoring experience and holds a B.S. in Neurobiology, Physiology, and Behavior from UC Davis.

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Book Your Free SessionFirst hour of tutoring free. No commitment.
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In Person in Berkeley

Where In-Person Sessions Happen

A High Performance tutor explaining a concept one-on-one with a student in Berkeley
At homeAfter a first session at a public place, your tutor can come to you. A parent must be present for students under 18.
Library or coffee shopMeet near the entrance and work at an open table. We don't usually reserve rooms; if you book a study room, your tutor meets you there.
Chosen when you bookPick from the places your tutor meets, or, after the first session, your home. You can switch spots, or to online, any time.

Popular Berkeley spots include the Berkeley Public Library branches, Piedmont Library, and cafes near campus. We serve students at UC Berkeley, Cal State East Bay, and Laney College.

Our office is administrative only; sessions happen at the place you choose or online. Meeting places around Berkeley →

Real Reviews

Real Students. Real Results.

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Ingo is incredible, and we are so grateful for all the hard work he does with our son. We feel so lucky to have him.
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Kim T. East Bay Parent
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[My son] always felt that he had so Much accomplished when he finishes a tutoring session with Eugene.
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Rowena C. East Bay Parent
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My son went from a frustrated 9th grader getting D's on his math tests to straight A's for the next three years. He actually signed himself up for AP Calculus his senior year because he wanted to maintain his knowledge going into college.
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Julie High School Parent
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★★★★★
Jonathan helped [my son] so much and he is no longer in need of tutoring... You guys have been great
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Katie C. Bay Area Parent
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My daughter has nothing but wonderful things to say about Victor. He is patient and really helps her understand what she is learning in class. Worth every penny!
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Thea H. Bay Area Parent
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★★★★★
We've been very impressed with the methodical, detailed tutoring by Ingo. He's been working with our son on his SAT and ACT prep. Extremely pleased so far!
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Kim T. East Bay Parent
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★★★★★
My daughter Hannah raised her ACT score from a 26 to a 33 after completing an intensive twelve-week training program with High Performance Tutoring. This score will open up so many doors for her!
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Pamela High School Parent
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Thank you all so very much we can't tell you how much help this was.
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Simon B. East Bay Parent
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★★★★★
My children have loved every tutor we have used from High Performance. The tutors have helped them excel in their studies in the classroom and helped them succeed on the AP, IB, ACT, and SAT exams!
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Trish High School Parent
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★★★★★
You guys are absolutely the best. We literally think Ingo walks on water.
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Kim T. East Bay Parent
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★★★★★
Alex is an excellent tutor. My son was very enthusiastic about their session.
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Rosemary C. East Bay Parent
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★★★★★
[Our son]'s grades are improving on tests, and he really likes Ingo, which is an added benefit! Great work, Ingo!
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Pepper M. East Bay Parent
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Tutoring Across Berkeley

Meet online from anywhere, or in person throughout the Berkeley metro area.

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Contact HPT in Berkeley

Questions about tutoring in Berkeley? Call or email us.

Call(510) 619-1058
Emailbayarea@highperformancetutoring.com
Local Office2001 Addison Street Suite 300, Berkeley, CA 94704Administrative office only; no tutoring at this address.View on Google Maps ↗
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A one-hour digital SAT lesson on Zoom each week during the school year. No purchase or registration required.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Your first hour of tutoring is completely free, no commitment required. Browse our tutors, find the one who best fits your needs, and book your first session right here on the website. Prefer to have us handle it? Call us at (510) 619-1058 and we'll match you with a great tutor and book your first hour for you. Either way, you only continue if you're happy, it's how we let the quality of our tutors speak for itself.
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Tutoring starts at only $60/hour! Your exact rate depends on a few things: whether you meet online or in-person, whether it's an academic subject or SAT/ACT test prep, which tutor you work with (some cost more than others), and whether you pay as you go or buy a package, bulk hours come at a discount. After your free first hour we'll put together a plan that fits your goals and budget. The easiest way to start is to create an account and set up your free first session online in minutes, or just call or text us at (510) 619-1058.
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Your first session is free! After that, we keep a credit card on file and charge it as each session is completed, with no large upfront payment and no long-term contract. If you'd like to save, our academic tutoring offers a discounted 10-hour Honor Roll package, paid up front; its hours never expire and can be shared by any student in your family. Our SAT and ACT prep is sold in packages of 12, 24, or 48 hours, with a lower per-hour rate the more hours you buy. For SAT and ACT prep you can also spread the cost over 12 months with our financing option through Affirm.

You choose what's most convenient for in-person sessions, your home, a local library, or a coffee shop, at the same price either way. We tutor throughout the greater Berkeley area, and online anywhere in the U.S. Once you're matched, you and your tutor settle on a regular spot that works for you both.

We cover math from middle school through advanced college courses, the sciences (physics, chemistry, and biology), statistics, computer science, and SAT, ACT, and PSAT prep. Many of our tutors also help with the GRE, GMAT, and MCAT. Just ask about your specific subject or test, chances are we have a tutor for it.

Yes! It's our most popular option. We meet on Zoom or Google Meet in an interactive video classroom that's every bit as personalized as meeting in person, and it's typically more cost-effective. It also opens up our entire national network of tutors instead of limiting you to who's nearby, so you get the best possible match for your subject and goals, from anywhere in the U.S.

We hire only the top 5% of tutor applicants and train them to become High Performance Certified, vetted for subject mastery, teaching ability, and personality. And unlike companies that just hand you a name from a directory, our tutors work as a team: they share notes and coordinate behind the scenes, so switching tutors or getting help across multiple subjects stays seamless. You're not getting a random tutor, you're getting one of the best, backed by a whole team.

Tell us the subject, your goals, your schedule, and whether you'd prefer in-person or online sessions, and we'll match you with the tutor who fits best. If it's not the right fit, we'll find you another at no extra cost.

Just let us know and we'll match you with a different tutor at no extra cost, no awkward conversation needed. Because our tutors work as a team and share notes, a new tutor can pick up right where the last one left off. We care about the right fit, not just any fit.

After every session, your tutor writes feedback on what was covered and what's next. If you ever have a question about how things are going, call or message our office and we'll check in with your tutor.

For most students who complete our program, SAT scores typically improve 150–300 points and ACT scores 3–7 points, and those are typical ranges, not a ceiling: our best students have gained 300+ points on the SAT and 7+ on the ACT. Results aren't guaranteed; the single biggest factor is the effort you put in between sessions, and our personalized approach is built to maximize every point.

Absolutely! We understand that life happens. We only ask for 6 hours' notice to reschedule or cancel a session, which is far more generous than the 24-hour policy most tutoring companies require. Just contact us and we'll find a new time that works. You can also log in to your account and reschedule or cancel a session there. Sessions cancelled with less than 6 hours' notice are charged.

Last updated September 2026

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