PSAT 2-Week Bootcamp
The PSAT 2-Week Bootcamp is an intensive, strategy-packed course designed for high school students who want to walk into test day with a concrete game plan — not just crossed fingers.
Starts Sun, Sep 27
11:00 PM UTC · 1h 30m
8 sessions
Lindsey
4.6
Outcomes, not lecture notes.
Apply the ICE method (Irrelevant, Contradictory, Extreme) to aggressively eliminate wrong answer choices on reading questions
Identify and approach specific reading question types — main point, function, evidence-based, and organization — with a targeted strategy for each
Recognize the difference between grammar and vocabulary questions and apply the correct technique to each
Correct errors in subject-verb agreement, verb tense, pronoun-antecedent agreement, apostrophe use, and sentence structure
Use backsolving and number-picking strategies to solve PSAT math problems faster and with fewer errors
Simplify complex algebraic expressions using distribution, factoring, and the "multiply by 1" technique for multi-denominator problems
Solve quadratic equations by factoring, completing the square, and applying the quadratic formula
Interpret statistics problems and apply geometry concepts including area, perimeter, volume, and theorems
Meet Lindsey.
Lindsey
Originally a biomedical engineer, Lindsey Wander discovered a love of teaching during educational internships and returned to school to pursue teaching full-time. Her love of learning and tutoring has led her to over 25 countries, and encouraged her to develop innovative strategies for high-stakes tests including the SAT, ACT, ISEE, and SSAT. Having helped thousands of students achieve their academic goals, she brings her extensive experience and learner insights to every Varsity Tutors livestream class
The PSAT 2-Week Bootcamp is an intensive, strategy-packed course designed for high school students who want to walk into test day with a concrete game plan — not just crossed fingers. Across 8 sessions, students tackle every section of the digital PSAT: reading comprehension, writing and grammar, and math. You'll learn field-tested techniques like the ICE elimination method for reading, grammar rules that appear again and again on the test, and math shortcuts like backsolving and picking numbers that cut through even the trickiest problems. Whether you're aiming to qualify for the National Merit Scholarship or simply want a strong foundation before the SAT, this bootcamp gives you the tools, practice, and confidence to perform at your best.
Live Q&A
Cameras / mics optional
Recordings
Available within 1 hour, kept 90 days
Materials
No special materials required
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PSAT 2-Week Bootcamp