Culturally competent test prep for Black and Brown scholars

We help Black, Brown, and any high school students gain admission to top colleges and universities by connecting them with tutors who share their backgrounds and experiences.

Black Students are at a Disadvantage

According to the Department of Education

84%

of Black students lack proficiency in math and reading

According to the Council of Education

5%

Of Black students hit ACT college readiness

Impact of Representation

Black educators provide culturally relevant guidance, creating environments where students feel seen and understood.

According to the National Bureau of Economic Research

Having just two Black teachers raises grad rates for Black students by

32%

How Top Tutors for Us Empowers Black Students to Succeed

1

Match students with culturally relevant tutors

Tutors who understand and relate to students' experiences foster engagement and growth

2

Provide adaptive, tailored test-prep curriculums

Customized content ensures students address specific learning needs effectively.

3

Build confidence and academic skills holistically

Focus on both knowledge and self-assurance for long-term success.

Students Must See Themselves

Both research and lived experience continue to show us that Black and Brown students learn better from teachers who look like them—and understand them. We take a culturally competent approach to test prep so that students reach their full potential.

Students in the Top Tutors for Us program discussing ACT prep with culturally competent tutors who understand their experiences

Our Trusted Partners in Education and Empowerment

Angelica, ACT prep expert and founder of Top Tutors for Us, helping students boost test scores and win scholarships

From Low Scores to Full-Rides

When our founder, Angelica, took the ACT for the first time, her Composite score was only a 16. Fast-forward to after she created her own test prep system, she received $1.5 million in college scholarships, and she enrolled at a top-25 university on a full-ride.

What families and alumni say about us

Tori A.

12th Grade

TTFU has helped me immensely in being able to navigate the ACT and overall become a better test taker, especially when it comes to times assessments. It has helped me understand my thought process better, thus yielding higher test results.

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Zanye’ L

12th Grade

It has helped me improve my scores and gain a better understanding of the four sections on the ACT.

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Kristena G.

College

My son used Top Tutors For Us to help with a summer school class. The company was attentive to his needs and identified a qualified tutor to assist him. They provided practical input and recommendations to help him grow as a student learner. He got past the class and he’s on to greater things! Thank you!

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Solutions for both school and home

A Turn-key Tutoring Solution For Schools

We work with school administrators to streamline the entire college test prep experience—from planning to tutoring to tracking progress. Our turn-key solution makes implementation easy.

Student learning through Top Tutors for Us college test prep program designed for schools and administrators
Top Tutors for Us instructor guiding students toward standardized test success and scholarship opportunities

Top-notch Tutoring On Auto-pilot For Families

You want a tutor who can guide your child to standardized test success—and big money scholarships wouldn't hurt! Our tutors attend top colleges and universities. We'll help your child get there, too.

300+ Tutors From Elite Colleges & Universities

Interested in becoming a tutor?

We are always looking for passionate and dedicated tutors to help guide students on their educational journey. Apply now to join our team!

In The Press

Angelica Harris, founder of Top Tutors for Us, reflecting on her high school experience and overcoming low test scores to achieve success

Raising scores and changing lives

In the following interview, she describes the origins of her tutoring business, WashU’s uniquely collaborative ethos, and the rippling impact of philanthropy in her life.

Angelica Harris, founder of Top Tutors for Us, reflecting on her high school experience and overcoming low test scores to achieve success

A Louisiana native is helping students ace the ACT. Here's how St. Helena is using the program.

St. Helena Parish, a rural parish with only three schools, joined forces with Top Tutors for Us, an equitable test preparation system that focuses on improving Black and Brown students' test scores, which helps them earn scholarships and access to more universities.

Angelica Harris, founder of Top Tutors for Us, reflecting on her high school experience and overcoming low test scores to achieve success

St. Helena Parish School District announces new partnership to provide free ACT preparation to students

BATON ROUGE — St. Helena Parish School District on Monday announced a new partnership with Top Tutors for Us to provide free ACT preparation to students in the district.