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AP
Edge.

1-on-1 AP and SAT tutoring from tutors who recently aced the exact exam your student is taking — now studying at Cornell, Harvard, and Stanford.

Talk directly with Krish, our founder
or call / text (929) 281-7855

91% of our AP students score a 5
Get an A or we work free

Our tutors study at

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Three programs. One goal: top results.

1

AP Exam Prep

1-on-1 prep with a tutor who earned a 5 on your exact AP exam in the last 18 months.

Private · Small group

  • ★Diagnostic Assessment
  • ★Targeted Content Mastery
  • ★Full-Length Practice Exams
  • ★Interactive Visual Learning
2

AP Summer Accelerator

Learn the course before it starts — then get supported through the first tests of the year.

Private · Small group

  • ★Course Orientation & Preview
  • ★Confidence Through Familiarity
  • ★Study Systems & Habits
  • ★Support Into the School Year
3

SAT Prep Class

An 8-week Digital SAT course led by top-1% scorers — as a small group class or fully private.

Group class · Private

  • ★Full Diagnostic
  • ★Strategy-First Lessons
  • ★Weekly Practice Tests
  • ★Progress Reports for Parents

Results that prove we deliver

91%
of our AP students score a 5 on the exam
86%
of students finish with an A or higher in the class
+1
letter grade average improvement in the class
+170
average SAT point increase
5+
students admitted to Ivy League schools

From first call to top scores

  1. 1

    Book a free strategy call

    20 minutes with Krish to understand your student's class, goals, and timeline.

  2. 2

    Diagnostic & game plan

    We find exactly where points are being lost and map a plan to the target score.

  3. 3

    Matched with a top tutor

    Your student works with a tutor who recently aced the exact same course or test.

  4. 4

    Weekly progress updates

    You see grades, scores, and next steps every week — and we adjust fast.

A

Get an A — or we work for free.

If your student doesn't earn an A in their AP class, we keep tutoring them for free until they do.

Details and eligibility are reviewed on your strategy call.

Krish Bhandari, founder of Ivystar

Meet Krish, our founder

Krish studies at Cornell University and was also admitted to Penn. He scored a perfect 1600 on the SAT and earned a 5 on every AP exam he took — and he competed for Team USA in chess. He started Ivystar to give every student the same strategy-first preparation that got him there.

  • ★Cornell University
  • ★Penn admit
  • ★1600 SAT
  • ★5 on every AP exam
  • ★Team USA Chess

Your tutor will be more than qualified

Every Ivystar tutor studies at a top university and has already aced the exact course or test they teach. We hand-match each student by subject, goals, and learning style — and if the fit isn't right, we re-match at no cost.

1

Aced the exact exam

A 5 on the AP exam they teach, or a top-1% SAT score.

2

Top universities

Tutors from schools like Harvard, Penn, Cornell, Stanford, and MIT.

3

Trained in our method

Diagnostic-first, strategy-driven lessons with weekly parent updates.

Families who've been there

★★★★★
SAT 1400s → 1550
“Krish was the best tutor I could have ever asked for for the SAT. Thanks to his hard work I went from scoring in the 1400 range to scoring a 1550 on my SAT and getting into the ivy league! I also scored a 5 on my AP Statistics exam and raised my GPA under his guidance.”
HHema V.Columbia University
★★★★★
SAT: 1520
“THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!!!! MY LIFE IS CHANGED I LITERALLY GOT MY SAT SCORE IN THE MAIL AND I SCORED A 1520!! I CANT BELEIVE IT I WOULDVE NEVER THOUGHT THIS WAS POSSIBLE JUST 2 MONTHS AGO! THANK YOU IVYSTAR!!!”
AAston R.Ivystar SAT student
★★★★★
AP Calculus: 5
“Krish has been a mentor and a coach to me in so many ways. He single handedly prepared me for my AP calculus exam and I scored a 5. Additionally his guidance helped me excel in my university calculus course as well. He is one of a kind.”
ZZaryab K.Cornell University
★★★★★
A+ in Biology
“My Ivystar tutor helped me learn college level biology and went beyond the AP course. I was able to get an A+ (4.3 gpa) in the class and turned my worst subject into a grade booster.”
AAlim O.Cornell University

Refer a family, get 2 lessons free

When a family you refer books their first paid session with Ivystar, your student gets two free lessons. There's no limit — refer three families, get six lessons.

  1. 1
    Share Ivystar

    Send a friend our site or Krish's number.

  2. 2
    They book

    They mention your name when they book their strategy call.

  3. 3
    You get 2 free lessons

    Added to your account as soon as they book their first paid session.

Questions about referrals? Call or text (929) 281-7855

Not just homework help

Most tutoring walks through tonight's assignment. We find and fix the gaps that actually cost points.

IvystarTypical
Tutor recently earned a 5 on your exact exam
Diagnostic before the first lesson
Fixes past gaps, not just tonight's homework
Weekly progress updates to parentsSometimes
Practice built for each student
A-or-free guarantee

Questions parents ask us

Still have questions? Call or text Krish directly.

(929) 281-7855krishbhandaribusiness@gmail.com
What happens on the free strategy call?+

A 20-minute conversation with Krish about your student's class, current grades, and goals. You'll leave with a clear plan and a recommended program — whether or not you work with us.

Who are the tutors?+

Students and recent graduates of top universities like Harvard, Penn, Cornell, Stanford, and MIT, who scored a 5 on the AP exam they teach or in the top 1% on the SAT. Every tutor is interviewed, trained in our method, and hand-matched to your student.

Are sessions online or in person?+

All programs run online over live video with an interactive whiteboard, so your student gets the best tutor for their subject regardless of location. In-person sessions may be available in New York City.

How much does tutoring cost?+

It depends on the program, private vs. group, and how many sessions your student needs. We'll recommend a plan and share pricing on your strategy call — no surprises.

How does the A guarantee work?+

If your student doesn't earn an A in their AP class, we keep tutoring them for free until they do. We'll walk through the details on your call.

Is it private or group tutoring?+

Your choice. Every program comes as private 1-on-1 or a small group (max 4 for AP, max 6 for the SAT class). We'll recommend the best fit on your call.

Do you have a referral program?+

Yes. When a family you refer books their first paid session, your student gets two lessons free. There's no limit on referrals.

How quickly can my student start?+

Most students have their first session within a week of the strategy call.

Your student's next report card starts today.

Book a free 20-minute strategy call. You'll leave with a clear plan — whether or not you work with us.

Rather talk now? Call or text (929) 281-7855

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