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One Mentor. One Platform.
Master the SAT.

Built by 1500+ scorers, Portal-6 SAT Prep is your all-in-one digital ecosystem built for real results.

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What we’ve achieved so far:

250+

Active Students

1450+

Average SAT score

+175

Average Point Increase

From SAT Mastery to Top-Tier Acceptances:
The Portal Process

It's a 3-step journey: starting with test-taking mastery, leading to a standout project, and culminating in a college application that reflects your authentic narrative and unique identity. It all begins with an SAT score that shines with Portal-6 Prep.

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What Portal Students Achieved

On test day and decision day

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Our Story

Too many amazing students study hard for the SAT but never see results that match their effort.After years of mentoring brilliant students who came from tutors and platforms that offered confusing materials, inconsistent instruction, and inaccessible pricing, we built something different.

Portal-6 Prep was created with 1500+ scorers we cultivated and expert mentors who love the process to turn proven strategies, data-driven analytics, and structured guidance into one complete system.

Our mission is simple: make SAT excellence clear, affordable, and achievable for every ambitious student.

Miguel S.

Founder, Portal-6 | SAT & College Strategy Mentor

Creator of the Portal Process

Miguel built Portal Pathways after a decade of mentoring high-achieving students, developing a proven SAT system and guiding them to translate high scores into college applications that reflect their true worth.

Eddie Huang

Head of Student Projects

B.A. NYU | Quantitative Researcher (New York)

Eddie oversees project development at Portal, helping students turn their ideas into high-impact research, startups, and internship-backed initiatives.

Alannah Zhou

Mentor: Debate & Student Profile Development

B.A. Harvard University | National Debate
Championship Coach (Top 0.03% U.S.)

Alannah trains our students in competitive debate and narrative-building, guiding them to sharpen their voice and develop standout profiles for selective admissions.

Portal-6 Power Prep

Our Comprehensive SAT Prep Platform

Create Custom Drills

Train Smarter, Not Harder.

Work with an expert SAT tutor 1-on-1 to build targeted practice sets from our 1,900+ question bank, filtered by topic, subskill, and difficulty — so every minute of study gets you closer to your dream score.

Study Schedule Generator + Advanced Analytics

Your Data. Your Roadmap.

Get a personalized study plan built around your test date, target score, and weak areas — then track progress across question type, timing, and difficulty with advanced analytics that visualize your growth and pinpoint what to master next.

Real Test Simulation (with Desmos Integration)

The Closest Thing to Test Day.

Practice in a full Desmos-powered environment that mirrors the official DSAT and ACT — same layout, same tools, same timing — so you can walk into test day feeling like you’ve already been there.

Grammar Guru

Master the Rules. Break the Curve.

Our Grammar Guru module turns English mechanics into a logic game, guiding you through 300+ DSAT grammar challenges with clever examples and insider tips from top SAT instructors who’ve helped students score 1500+.

Game-ified Vocabulary Flashcards

Learn Words. Level Up.

Boost your reading and writing scores with 450+ interactive vocab flashcards, powered by context-based examples, quizzes, and progress tracking that make memorization addictive and fun.

OUR CORE PROGRAM

Portal-6 SAT | Power Prep

$449

Full Year Access

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What's included in Power Prep?

1-Hour Expert Mentorship Session (EBRW or Math)
+ Full-Year Access to the Portal-6 Digital Learning Platform

Your complete SAT ecosystem — all tools, courses, and features in one place.

1900+ Questions & Explanations — Continuously Updating!

Create-Your-Own Drill Engine

Build targeted practice sets filtered by topic, subskill, and difficulty to sharpen your weak points.

Study Schedule Generator

Personalized to your diagnostic score, test date, and target score for a truly adaptive roadmap.

Full Test Simulation with DESMOS Integration

Practice in the exact environment you’ll face on test day.

Advanced Analytics Dashboard

Track timing, accuracy, and mastery by question type.

Grammar Guru™ Mastery Course

20+ modules and 300+ targeted grammar questions with elite-level explanations.

Portal-6 Reading Comprehension Lab

15 Interactive Reading Articles for Comprehension + Vocabulary Mastery

Game-ified Vocabulary Flashcards

500+ cards with roots, synonyms, and interactive quizzes.

Exclusive Discord Community

Unlimited Access for weekly score-share challenges, contests, and accountability threads.

Email Support Within 24 Hours

Coming Soon:

20+ EBRW Instructional Modules (150+ Questions)

20+ Math Modules (150+ Questions) & Full DESMOS Mastery Course

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Portal‑6 Premium Prep

$2,249

Engineered for 1450+ Scores and Elite Admissions

What's included?
Everything in Power Prep, plus:

What you'll build with us:

  • 10 1-Hour Expert Mentorship Sessions (Math & EBRW - Mix & Match) + Full-Year Access to the Portal-6 Digital Learning Platform

  • Monthly Live Seminars — topic-focused sessions with strategy breakdowns, timed drills, and open Q&A with top SAT tutors.

  • 24/7 Text Access with your personal mentor for on-demand feedback.

  • Exclusive Discord Community — Private Mentor Channels for direct access to tutors and high-scoring students.

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Portal‑6 Partner Prep

$329 / person

Power Prep — With a Friend!

What's included?
Everything in Power Prep, plus:

  • Shared 1-Hour Mentorship Session (You + a Friend) + Full-Year Access to the Portal-6 Digital Learning Platform

  • Coming Soon: Team-Based Drill Tracking

  • Coming Soon: Group Score Analytics

  • Coming Soon: Partner Study Challenges & Leaderboard

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THE NEXT STEPS

Portal Ventures

Passion Project Launch

Work 1:1 with your mentor to bring a project to life — whether it's a personal initiative, research paper, youth conference, or non-profit.

What's included:

  • A meaningful project aligned with your interests and college goals

  • A standout extracurricular profile through our 3-Pronged Framework (Initiation, Execution, Visibility)

  • Strategic positioning to elevate your project in the admissions process

Portal Summit

The T20 Application Blueprint

Get structured 1:1 , step-by-step guidance to complete your college application with a unique narrative that shines.

What’s included:

  • 4-Part Framework for Elite College Admissions Success

  • 1:1 Profile Development & Elite Essay Planning, Editing, and Finalizing

  • 100+ Color-Coded & Annotated Essay Excerpts

  • Templates, Spreadsheets, and Worksheets to cut your planning time in half

  • Strategy tools for activities, awards, and positioning your story

The Portal Process

From first draft to final admit.

Join our 200+ T20 Alumni with Portal

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Build Your Strongest Application With Expert Support

Join the 200+ students we’ve guided into T20 colleges — and build your strongest application with a clear, unforgettable narrative that gets you admitted.

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Frequently Asked Questions

About Portal‑6 SAT Prep

How is Portal‑6 different from other SAT prep platforms?

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Portal‑6 is built for students who want real progress — not recycled worksheets or automated lessons.What makes it different:• Custom Drill Sets
You and your tutor create targeted drills from 2,000+ SAT-style questions based on your diagnostic. Drills aren’t assigned randomly — they’re built specifically around what you need.• Portal‑6 Advanced Analytics
The platform tracks your timing, accuracy, and performance across every drill — by skill, difficulty, and question type. You’ll see exactly where you’re improving and what still needs work.• Skill-Based Practice
Every question you complete feeds back into your skill tracker, so you’re not just reviewing what you got wrong — you’re seeing trends and sharpening what matters.•True Progress Tracking
Drill by drill. Day by day. Your tutor and your dashboard help you visualize your improvement leading up to your exam.• Integrated Desmos™ Environment
Practice directly inside a Desmos-powered environment, just like on the real digital SAT. Your drills simulate the exact tools you'll use on test day.• Grammar Guru™ Course
Grammar makes up 30–40% of the EBRW section. Portal‑6 includes a full Grammar Guru course with 40+ grammar modules and 300+ practice questions, all tied into your analytics. You’ll learn the rules, apply them in context, and get better through review that actually sticks.• Expert Mentorship
From day one, you’re matched with an expert tutor who helps you understand your diagnostic, set your study plan, and adjust along the way. They use your timing and accuracy data to guide your drills, correct patterns, and keep your prep efficient. Mentors are a crucial aspect of the Portal-6 process.

What’s included in each package, and how much does it cost?

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Power Prep — $449
1-hour expert mentorship session
Full-year access to all drills, analytics, and resourcesPartner Prep — $329 per person
Same as Power Prep
Shared mentorship session
Shared drill tracker and group accountabilityPremium Prep — $2,249
All Power Prep features
10 private mentorship sessions
24/7 text message support
Monthly live seminars

How do I build a study plan?

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Practice Test #1 as a diagnostic. Once your results are in, your mentor will help you enter your data and create a custom study plan using Portal‑6’s tools. This plan adjusts as your performance changes — and your mentor will update it with you along the way.

Can I request a payment plan for Premium Prep?

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Yes. We offer flexible payment options for Premium Prep:
• $1,500 upfront for the first five sessions
• $749 for the remaining five sessionsJust check the payment plan box during your application and we’ll follow up to confirm.

Can I upgrade my plan later?

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Yes. If you start with Power Prep or Partner Prep and want to move to Premium, we’ll credit your original payment toward the upgrade. You’ll only pay the difference.

How do Portal‑6 Advanced Analytics work?

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Every question you complete — in every drill — is automatically logged and analyzed.Portal‑6 tracks:
• Timing
• Accuracy
• Performance by question type, difficulty, and skill tagAll your drills feed into a dashboard that gives you real-time insight into your strengths and weaknesses. You’ll see progress day-to-day as your plan updates and adjusts — all integrated into skill-based review.It’s not just tracking. It’s targeted, adaptive learning that moves with you.

What is Grammar Guru™?

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Grammar Guru is Portal‑6’s built-in SAT Grammar course — designed to teach you everything the SAT tests in writing, without overwhelming you.It breaks down tough concepts into easy-to-follow lessons, with:
• 300+ practice questions modeled after real SAT grammar items
• Detailed explanations
• Review drills that tie into your analyticsIt’s built for high scorers who need to sharpen grammar — and for students who want to learn it from scratch.

What’s included in the reading comprehension feature?

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Portal‑6 gives you access to 15 interactive reading comprehension articles through a dedicated platform designed to strengthen key SAT reading skills.Each article helps you improve:
• Reading speed and focus
• Memory retention
• Vocabulary in contextThe topics match the rigor and style of the SAT:
• U.S. and global history
• Social sciences
• Literature and humanities
• Science passagesYou’ll build comfort with SAT-style passages while expanding your reading ability in ways that actually transfer to test day.

What if I get stuck?

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We’ve built support into every tier so you’re never stuck without help.With Power Prep and Partner Prep, you get:
• A 1-hour mentorship session with an expert tutor
• 24-hour email support
• Access to the Portal‑6 Discord community for discussion and resourcesWith Premium Prep, you also get:
• 10 mentorship sessions
• 24/7 text message support
• Monthly live seminars

Do I have to follow a specific schedule?

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No. Your study plan is built around your timeline, availability, and target test date. Your tutor will help you find the right pace — and revise it when needed.

Will I still get support after I take the SAT?

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Yes. Portal‑6 gives you a full year of access — including all drills, analytics, Discord community, and support. If you’re retaking the test or continuing prep, everything is still available.

Is this refundable?

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No. Portal‑6 packages are non-refundable. Once you sign up, we onboard you, activate your full platform access, and assign your tutor. If you’re unsure which plan is right, feel free to reach out before purchasing.

Can I gift Portal‑6 to someone else?

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Yes. You can select the gift option during checkout or email us directly. We’ll onboard the student and handle everything from there.

Can I combine Portal‑6 with other Portal programs?

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Yes — and many students do.After Portal‑6, you can continue with:
• Portal Ventures: Launch a project, research, or nonprofit with expert support
• Portal Summit: Build your full college application strategy, from theme development to essays
• Alannah Debate Academy (official partner): Join one of the world’s top debate training programs, with 10% of the U.S. National Team and top placements at Harvard and BerkeleyPortal‑6 gives you the foundation. These programs help you scale your success.

Who are the tutors I’ll work with?

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Our tutors are experienced subject experts trained in the Portal‑6 system. They’re not generalists or freelancers — they’re focused instructors who know how to read your performance and improve it.You’ll be matched based on your student profile, subject focus, and goals.

Can I request a specific tutor?

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You’re welcome to mention preferences in your application. However, we match tutors through an internal process to ensure the best fit based on your learning style, schedule, and content needs.

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