Michal Goldstein

Michal Goldstein moved to Austin, TX on August 1st, 2009 and taught his first SAT and GRE courses on August 2nd. Since then, Michal founded his own test preparation company, wrote his own curricula, and has continued to be one of the only full-time test preparation instructors in Texas. He has helped thousands of students meet and exceed their testing goals. He takes every test he teaches on an annual basis to maintain a high level of mastery of the material and to remind himself of what his students experience every time they test. Born and raised in Philadelphia, Michal received his B.A. from Brandeis University (English and Psychology), and his M.A. in Comparative Literature at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. Michal serves a member of the faculty at St. Edward's University and Austin Community College. As Director of Tutoring at Collegewise, he has a passion for helping students. In his words, "There are only good reasons to continue one's education or go back to school. I'm here to help students see that process through." Specializes in: SAT, ACT, GRE, GMAT, English, Mathematics (through early pre-calculus), Hebrew, Psychology, and foundational French

Choosing a College

Hot Spots in Chilly Times: 3 College Nooks to Keep You Warm in Winter

By Michal Goldstein
December 9, 2022 | 5 minute read

Are you a student who loves nothing more than curling up with a book, with a hot beverage in hand? Check out these schools across the U.S., perfect for students looking to study at a...

Choosing a College

So You Wanna Be a Rabbi (or Jewish Community Leader)?

By Michal Goldstein
October 9, 2022 | 5 minute read

Depending on the year, October always brings with it the onset or recent passing of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur and the many (many) holidays that mark the start of the Jewish calendar...

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Hidden College Gems: Texas Edition

By Michal Goldstein
September 9, 2022 | 6 minute read

Brainstorming the right colleges for you or your child? If you're interested in studying in Texas, consider these hidden gems when building a college list!

Testing/Test Prep

How to Get a Perfect Score on the SAT

By Michal Goldstein
November 15, 2021 | 6 minute read

What is a perfect score on the SAT? A perfect score on the SAT is a 1600. The test itself is scored on a scale from a minimum of 400 to a maximum of 1600, compiled from two primary...

Testing/Test Prep

How long does it take to send SAT scores?

By Michal Goldstein
November 8, 2021 | 4 minute read

How long does it take to receive SAT scores? How long does it take to send them? And how much does it cost to send the reports? On most national test dates (August, October, November,...

Testing/Test Prep

Who Can (and Should) Take the PSAT?

By Michal Goldstein
October 4, 2021 | 5 minute read

Who Can Take the PSAT? This is a surprisingly nuanced question, but depending on your school and your grade level, nearly everyone from the 8th grade through the 11th grade may take the...

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