SHSAT Math prep
Word problems, ratios and percents, algebra, geometry, and grid-ins, practiced without a calculator, with strategies for accuracy under time pressure.
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2026 SHSAT Final 5-Week Intensive
60 Hours of Live SHSAT Prep • 20 Classes • $1,000
- October 12–November 12, 2026
- Monday–Thursday • 6:00 PM–9:00 PM
- Astoria, Queens, New York
For NYC parents
A focused SHSAT intensive course for the final weeks
The SHSAT is in November, and the last five weeks matter. Our 2026 SHSAT prep program gives your child a clear schedule, live instruction four evenings a week, and steady feedback, so preparation is structured instead of scattered. Families come to us for SHSAT prep in Astoria from across Queens and the rest of New York City.
SHSAT ELA prep
Revising/Editing and reading comprehension, with elimination strategies, evidence-based answers, and the reading stamina the exam demands.
Timed practice and review
Timed SHSAT practice builds pacing for the 180-minute test. Every mistake is reviewed so your child knows what to fix before test day.
- Weeks
- 5
- Live Classes
- 20
- Hours of Instruction
- 60
- Complete Program
- $1,000
- 60 live hours approximately $16.67 per hour
- Payment options
$1,000 paid in full
or 2 payments of $500
Schedule
October 12 – November 12, 2026
Monday through Thursday
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
What Students Receive
Every part of the Intensive is designed to maximize preparation, strengthen weak areas, and build test-day confidence in the final weeks before the SHSAT.
- Intensive SHSAT Math instruction
- Intensive ELA and Reading Comprehension instruction
- Timed SHSAT practice
- Digital SHSAT preparation
- Math word-problem strategies
- Reading comprehension and elimination strategies
- Detailed review of mistakes and weak areas
- Pacing and time-management training
- Practice tests and targeted review
- Individual progress tracking
- Parent progress updates
- Final test-day strategy and preparation
For $1,000, students receive 60 hours of focused live SHSAT instruction over five weeks, including Math, ELA, timed practice, strategy, error review, and pacing preparation.
- About $16.67 per live instructional hour
- Payment option: $1,000 in full or 2 payments of $500
Why Ahmed Prep
NYC SHSAT preparation from a local educator
Classes are led by founder Tariq Ahmed, an NYC DOE educator with 12+ years of teaching and test-prep experience. Parents receive progress updates throughout the five weeks, so you always know where your child stands. If you are comparing options for SHSAT prep in Queens, call or text us. We're happy to answer questions.
Questions from parents
2026 SHSAT Final Intensive FAQ
Who is the 2026 SHSAT Final Intensive for?
NYC students taking the SHSAT in November 2026 who want structured, focused preparation in the final five weeks before test day. Students should already be registered for the SHSAT through their school counselor.
Where are classes held?
All 20 classes are held in person at Ahmed Prep, 20-65 47th Street, Astoria, NY 11105.
What is the schedule?
Classes meet Monday through Thursday, 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, from October 12 to November 12, 2026: 20 classes and 60 hours of live instruction in total.
How much does the Intensive cost?
The complete program is $1,000, about $16.67 per live instructional hour. Families can pay in full or in 2 payments of $500.
How do I reserve a seat?
Use the Reserve My Child’s Seat form on this page, call 347-479-5020, or send us a text. We’ll follow up to confirm enrollment and payment details.
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In-person classes in Astoria, Queens
AhmedPrep
20-65 47th Street
Astoria, NY 11105
Our Astoria classroom is easy to reach from across Queens, including Long Island City, Sunnyside, Woodside, Jackson Heights, and Ditmars, and from neighboring boroughs.
AhmedPrep is an independent test preparation provider and is not affiliated with the NYC Department of Education, the College Board, or any Specialized High School.