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Raffle – Free MCAT LiveOnline Course: The Princeton Review will be giving away one free MCAT LiveOnline Course (Value $1899) to a lucky user. Anyone who posts a question or helpful comment in this thread will be eligible for the drawing. Winners will be required to disclose their home address and contact info to SDN but this information will not be shared with any third party.




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What advantages do you think the online format has versus a classroom? Is it easier for students to move at their own pace? What about one-on-one interaction with a tutor...is this still possible online?
 
Are the LiveOnline class sessions recorded so we can hear a given lecture again?
 
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What distinguishes The Princeton Review's course from other companies such as The Berkeley Review, Kaplan, and Examkrackers?

How much better do students fair usually after doing the Princeton Review material?

If I were to choose between The Princeton Review's and Kaplan's online course, why is The princeton Review better?

Do you offer more study materials, more practice questions, and most importantly a lot of practice exams?

Thanks,
Mister T
 
How do the online lectures work? Can we ask questions during the lecture? If so how many people are tuned in to a single lecture and how will that affect student tutor interactions?
 
How is the Princeton review course different from the other mcat test prep courses?
 
How is the online course different from your preperation books? Can students email or call the instructor for any questions?
 
I used to teach SAT prep for TPR (and not that it matters, but I LOVED that job).

We used to offer a guaranteed amount of improvement or you could take the class again (including access to tutoring) for free. Is there any sort of guarantee for any TPR MCAT classes?

Thanks!
 
When using the online course, if we're not prepared to take the MCAT, can we extend the subscription as in a classroom course?
 
Can we stream the class videos at any time? I am interested in the online course, but I am not going to be living in a U.S. time zone when/if I enroll.
 
DendWrite said:
What advantages do you think the online format has versus a classroom? Is it easier for students to move at their own pace? What about one-on-one interaction with a tutor...is this still possible online?
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The advantage would be convenience as you can be at home (or at your office or at the library) taking the lessons in our virtual classroom. I wouldn't say it is necessarily easier to move at your own pace because there are scheduled lectures to attend just as you would for a live classroom model. Yes there is still one-on-one interaction available online through office hours or extra help (sounds weird but this is possible and a great way to get more personalized attention - you can also get this in a live class too).
 
checklinebig said:
How do the online lectures work? Can we ask questions during the lecture? If so how many people are tuned in to a single lecture and how will that affect student tutor interactions?
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The online lectures are just like a classroom course where you can ask questions during the lecture. Typically there are about 10-20 students in a class so you will get plenty of personal attention and time to ask questions and get feedback.
 
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Spidey821 said:
Can we stream the class videos at any time? I am interested in the online course, but I am not going to be living in a U.S. time zone when/if I enroll.
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There is a set schedule for the lectures but you can access the recordings of the lectures afterwards so before you enroll, you can check which schedule may be more suitable to you (while hving the option to view lectures at a later time).
 
ratherberocking said:
When using the online course, if we're not prepared to take the MCAT, can we extend the subscription as in a classroom course?
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There is a Satisfaction Guarantee: If at the end of our program, you are not satisfied, regardless of how much your score improves, you may continue to work with us for up to a year. This would only apply to the online course as you would not be able to attend a live classroom course but can rejoin a liveonline class.
 
SalemK said:
I used to teach SAT prep for TPR (and not that it matters, but I LOVED that job).

We used to offer a guaranteed amount of improvement or you could take the class again (including access to tutoring) for free. Is there any sort of guarantee for any TPR MCAT classes?

Thanks!
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I still teach SAT prep and still love it - I am glad you enjoyed it.

We do offer a guarantee - Click Guarantee. Basically it is not about an amount of improvement - it is more based on your satisfaction which could mean any inprovement. So we have your back when you prep with us for MCAT (or any other program).
 
Chakavack said:
How is the online course different from your preperation books? Can students email or call the instructor for any questions?
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The Liveonline course is so much more detailed then the prep books. You have a live instructor you can email, contact or meet in virtual office hours 9on in classroom if you take a live course). If you just bought some books, you are self-prepping and the books in the bookstore are not like our in depth materials for the course. There is a big difference.
 
premed68 said:
How is the Princeton review course different from the other mcat test prep courses?
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We get that question a lot but let me answer it like this:
  • RESULTS: Our students boast an average 10 point score improvement on the MCAT. In fact, the top quarter of our students average 12 points improvement. Most companies do not have an indepently verified claim that shows how students across the nation do after thier programs - we do.
  • HOURS: We have the most live hours - we believe in the teach-student relationship where we guide you through the material teaching you strategy and content (and it is necessary to have so many hours - we have 105)
  • CLASSES: We have 42 class sessions so you can learn and implement what you learn while having time with your instructors to make sure you fully understand the concepts.
  • INSTRUCTORS: We have a team of 3-5 superior instructors, each an expert in his or her subject - unlike some other companies who may provide one instructor. We believe in the specialist approach.
  • MATERIALS: We hand out more materials in class - up to 4,300 pages of comprehensive, up-to-date materials
  • VERBAL: We have 22.5 hours of Verbal preparation, an area in which students are very fearful of ; no company offers more live instruction.
  • ESSAY GRADING: We use Livegrader technology for feedback, including 2 from AAMC; most companies do not offer this.
  • EXAMS: We have 17 CBT exams - 9 of ours + all 8 of the AAMC exams; Some companies cannot match that and some do not use all of AAMC exams.
  • GUARANTEE: We offer a satisfaction/moneyback guarantee: Some do not.
  • NATIONAL PRESENCE: We are a national company, with more resources and are everywhere in the nation. Some are smaller outfits.
  • ONLINE: We have additional MCATs' worth of subject-specific drills online plus all our exams and explanantions are online while some companies do not offer online resources.
I hope that gives you an idea of how we may compare.
 
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Mister T said:
What distinguishes The Princeton Review's course from other companies such as The Berkeley Review, Kaplan, and Examkrackers?

How much better do students fair usually after doing the Princeton Review material?

If I were to choose between The Princeton Review's and Kaplan's online course, why is The princeton Review better?

Do you offer more study materials, more practice questions, and most importantly a lot of practice exams?

Thanks,
Mister T
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I just answered a similar question so let me give you a similar response which answers your questions:
  • RESULTS: Our students boast an average 10 point score improvement on the MCAT. In fact, the top quarter of our students average 12 points improvement. Most companies do not have an indepently verified claim that shows how students across the nation do after their programs - we do.
  • HOURS: We have the most live hours - we believe in the teach-student relationship where we guide you through the material teaching you strategy and content (and it is necessary to have so many hours - we have over 100, nearly double that of Kaplan.
  • CLASSES: We have 42 class sessions so you can learn and implement what you learn while having time with your instructors to make sure you fully understand the concepts.
  • INSTRUCTORS: We have a team of 3-5 superior instructors, each an expert in his or her subject - unlike some other companies who may provide one instructor. We believe in the specialist approach.
  • MATERIALS: We hand out more materials - up to 4,300 pages of comprehensive, up-to-date materials
  • VERBAL: We have 22.5 hours of Verbal preparation, an area in which students are very fearful of ; no company offers more live instruction.
  • ESSAY GRADING: We use Livegrader technology for feedback, including 2 from AAMC; most companies do not offer this.
  • EXAMS: We have 17 CBT exams - 9 of ours + all 8 of the AAMC exams. Most students do not take them all but they are there for practice and full-length testing.
  • ONLINE: We have additional MCATs' worth of subject-specific drills online plus all our exams and expanantions are online while .
I hope that gives you an idea of how we may compare.
 
do you have any data on how much students improve their scores?
 
I know that with the web-based supplement to the Priceton Review's classroom-based review, you get lifetime access on the web. Does the same hold true for the LiveOnline course?
 
How long is the online course? Would you still have access to the lectures or any other resources after the course is over? I ask because I heard Princeton review had a lot of extra practice drills online.

Thanks :)
 
Can you specify on the materials being used for this online course (ie what books are being used for the course)? I have been using the TPR books lately and was just wondering if the online course offer different prep books for the students. Thank you.
 
Are any of the videos able to be downloaded to an iphone/ipod so I have something to watch when I am carpooling?
 
Does the online course include a forum where students can interact with each other and discuss problems?
 
In the online courses, where does the focus generally tend to be? Can students expect to only score "well enough" or does TPR's MCAT team place an emphasis on helping capable students become the absolute best they can be? (In other words, do you focus more on getting a student from a 20 to a 25 or a 30 to a 35?)
 
How exactly is the 10 point improvement documented? Is it based on a diagnostic test given before any prep is done?
 
If a student has already taken the Hyperlearning Course but needs a refresher, do you think the online course would be too much review?
 
A friend of mine took the Princeton Review MCAT course in GA this past year and said it was fantastic! Although he did a good bit of research between the Kaplan and PR classroom courses (sat in both classes), he noted the PR had better teachers and overall the material within the Hyperlearning books were excellent when compared to Kaplan. Although he also said Kaplan contained good online material... So I did have one question, what type of material does PR have online? Is it just practice tests or are there any topic related practice questions, etc..?
 
I was also curious as to the type of practice material TPR offers. Is there online review in addition to CBTs or is it separate workbooks?
 
About how long, on average, does it take students to complete the entire program?

Is there a limit on how long you have access to the material?
 
What are your instructors' qualifications?
 
Is the course time divided evenly between the sections of the MCAT, or are certain sections given greater attention? If the division is not equal, how is the time apportioned?
 
What supplemental material is available to complement the class(es) and can they be used in an offline setting? Are there any hardcopy books that are sent to the student to be used?
 
Is there a difference in the material given in the Hyperlearning course and the LiveOnline course?
 
What is the average MCAT score (and standard deviation) achieved by students who take the Live Online Course? Also, how does that performance compare to students who take the live classroom course?
 
Are the online classes rolling or do they have specific start and end dates you have to be registered by?
 
Do the LiveOnline classes represent a complete study package? In other words, besides practice tests, will they completely prepare you for the MCAT?
 
What are the minimum computer requirements/internet requirements to take the online course?
 
I am using TPR's MCAT-CBT book right now, and the MCAT workout books. The first includes four practice tests accessible on the website, and the second includes two. Does this mean six, total, practice tests, or do these overlap? I'd like to take as many as I can!
 
Can I access the online course from any computer I want or am I required to use only one computer?
 
1. what is the method and style of teaching of TPR? Does it follow the prep books closely?
2. Does the program include full length exams? If so, how many? Also, what type of feedback do we get from the mistakes we make?
3. Are we able and allowed to print notes or pdf version of questions/tests/summaries?
4. What do you think is the advantage of your program? And also, what benefits do you think you offer comparitively to Kaplan?
5. What is the average test score of TPR students?
6. How long is this class valid for?
7. Are any of the lectures video based?
8. What standards are used to track progress of students during the course?
 
equityrange said:
do you have any data on how much students improve their scores?
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We don't have a study on the LiveOnline course but it is modeled after our classroom and includes all the same elements and our classroom students boast an average 10 point score improvement on the MCAT. In fact, the top quarter of our students average 12 points improvement. It is an indepently verified claim by an outside company.
 
munchymanRX said:
I know that with the web-based supplement to the Priceton Review's classroom-based review, you get lifetime access on the web. Does the same hold true for the LiveOnline course?
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Actually you don't get lifetime access (I would be scared if someone wants to be prepping for that long) but you get about 9 months of access for both programs and if you needed more time we have our satisfaction guarantees which would extend could access time.
 
skyblue2000 said:
How long is the online course? Would you still have access to the lectures or any other resources after the course is over? I ask because I heard Princeton review had a lot of extra practice drills online.

Thanks :)
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The online course is 40+ classes over a 10-12 week period and yes you would have access after the course is over - you get about 9 months of access and if you needed more time we have our satisfaction guarantee which could extend your access time.
 
notafraid87 said:
Can you specify on the materials being used for this online course (ie what books are being used for the course)? I have been using the TPR books lately and was just wondering if the online course offer different prep books for the students. Thank you.
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The materials would be the same as the classroom course such as:
  • Physical Sciences Review - More than 500 pages of physics and general chemistry review
  • Biological Sciences Review - More than 600 pages of biology and organic chemistry review
  • Science Workbook - 700 pages with hundreds of MCAT-style practice passages and questions with complete explanations
  • Verbal Reasoning and Writing Reviews - More than 200 pages of review, including descriptions of passages, strategies, tips, and techniques
  • Verbal Workbook - Dozens of MCAT practice passages and 4 full-length Verbal Reasoning practice tests with complete explanations
  • In-Class Passage Compendium - The equivalent of 4 MCATs' worth of additional test questions
  • Science Review Q&S - A "Questions and Solutions" booklet with hundreds of practice questions reflecting material from the most recent MCAT
  • Access to LiveGraderSM (MCAT essay grader) to get feedback on your essay from an MCAT expert
 
tayl said:
Does the online course include a forum where students can interact with each other and discuss problems?
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Something like this can be done before, during or after classes so you would speak to your instructor about setting up office hours or breakout sessions for something like this.
 
apumic said:
In the online courses, where does the focus generally tend to be? Can students expect to only score "well enough" or does TPR's MCAT team place an emphasis on helping capable students become the absolute best they can be? (In other words, do you focus more on getting a student from a 20 to a 25 or a 30 to a 35?)
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We focus on getting a student from a 20 to a 35. 5 points isn't the goal, 15 is more like it. If you seen our results - our students boast an average 10 point score improvement on the MCAT. In fact, the top quarter of our students average 12 points improvement. It is an indepently verified claim by an outside company. No other company can make a verified point improvement claim like that.

With so much live class time, office hours and specialist instructors, this all speaks to helping capable students be the absolute best as we provide such personalized instruction.
 
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