The GMAT Tutoring Comparison
APEX | Wyzant | Kaplan/ Manhattan Prep | Princeton Review | GMAT Ninja | |
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Type of Service | Boutique | Tutor Matching Service | Big Box | Big Box | Boutique |
Curriculum | Personalized | None | Standard | Standard | Personalized |
Cost of GMAT tutoring | $360/hour (Online) $425/hour (In Person) | Varies | $290 | $180 | $420 |
Commitment | No commitment; pay for only what you need | Depends on the tutor | 10-hour minimum | 30-hour minimum | 10-hour minimum |
Online Tutoring | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
Tutors can travel anywhere in the world | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
Free Consultation | ✅ | Free first hour if student doesn’t like the lesson | ❌ | ✅ | ❌ |
Pre-program assessment | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
Personalized curriculum and study plan | ✅ | ❌ | only for their private tutoring package | ❌ | ❌ |
Tutor’s Minimum GMAT score 770 | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
Free access to GMAT platform with every enrollment. | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ❌ |
Scholarship options for underprivileged students | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
Test anxiety and performance professionals on the team. | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ |
Full refund for any unused hours. | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
Get Comprehensive Support Beyond Tutoring
At Apex we help you build a set of creative problem-solving and critical thinking skills that are not traditionally taught in academic environments. These skills align significantly with thought leadership in the workplace and in successfully navigating the world around us.
We help you become a more engaged problem solver and clearer thinker, all while mastering the GMAT to propel you further in your studies and career.
Personalized Learning: Tailored to Your Needs
APEX distinguishes itself by focusing on the quality, yield, and customization of each tutoring hour to fit your unique needs. The number of tutoring hours you’ll need is a function of the quality of instruction and your own self prep. By focusing our attention on these aspects, we reduce the number of tutoring hours you’ll need while maximizing the learning from each session
At Apex, we don’t believe in packages; they’re a sales technique and put you into a box. APEX charges $360 per hour, setting it apart from other services with fluctuating rates. Our clients only pay for the hours used. We find blocks of 10 hours upfront reduce administration, but you can receive a refund for any unused hours at any time, no questions asked.
Flexible Tutoring Structure
APEX works with students to determine how many hours they will require to achieve a score competitive for top-tier programs, adapting to the student’s pace, availability, timeline, and desired level of improvement.
This flexibility is especially valuable for busy professionals needing to balance GMAT preparation with demanding work schedules and full personal lives.
With instructors located around the globe, clients can arrange their tutoring sessions around their personal and professional commitments, ensuring they learn at their most receptive times.
Expert Tutors Committed to Your Success
All APEX tutors have scored 770 or better (the top half of the top 1%) on the GMAT, bringing not only their extensive knowledge of the exam but also effective strategies that lead to high scores.
This caliber of tutors ensures that students receive insights and tips from individuals who have excelled in the exam and understand what it takes to achieve a top score. At the same time, our instructors are not beholden to “their way”, but have a range of techniques suitable for clients of varied learning styles.
We’re all deeply experienced teachers, many of us with decades of experience in graduate test preparation and professional mentorship. Assisting clients with exam and admissions preparation is our vocation. Your senior instructor along with your tutor engage with you from the very first call until the time you take the exam and many of our clients continue to keep in touch many years after they’ve long left business school.
Every client is treated individually at Apex. You’ll receive one-on-one tutoring (and sometimes two-on-one), that is highly bespoke and highly customized — a premium service unavailable elsewhere.
Dr. Alexis, our PhD performance coach and anxiety specialist can help you combat test anxiety, and provides tailored guidance, ensuring comprehensive preparation for success.
At Apex, we have a dual instructor model. This means you benefit from pastoral support from your senior instructor who will assess your abilities, manage your learning process and study plan, guide your preparation, and check in with you weekly. Your practical tutor handles your day-to-day learning and sessions. Both have 770+, work exclusively with Apex, and the experience and expertise necessary to help you excel.
Competitive Pricing and Value
APEX offers its comprehensive tutoring service at competitive prices. They start at $3,600 for online tutoring and $4,250 for in-person sessions.
The GMAT tutoring service is all-inclusive, covering the personalized tutoring plan, all learning materials, the dual instructor model with out of session availability, and continuous support throughout the preparation period.
This pricing structure reflects Apex’s commitment to our clients, and your results and overall success rather than merely the hours spent tutoring.
APEX also ensures flexibility by offering refunds for any hours not used, making sure students pay only for the help they need. Every enrollment comes with free access to our proprietary learning platform, enhancing your educational experience.
We also offer scholarships for underprivileged clients to make education more accessible and equitable.
Why Choose APEX?
Choosing APEX for GMAT preparation means partnering with a group of people that understands your educational and career goals and works with you to exceed them.
The emphasis on customizing your learning plan, the flexibility in scheduling, and the focus on broader skill development make APEX an excellent choice for those who seek not just a high score but a solid foundation for future academic and professional achievements.
In a field packed with run-of-the-mill solutions, APEX’s personalized and flexible tutoring services offer a clear path to GMAT success and beyond. We’re personalized; like no other.