SHSAT Math prep
Word problems, ratios and percents, algebra, geometry, and fill-in-the-blank questions, practiced without a calculator, with answer-before-advancing strategies for the computer-adaptive SHSAT.
SHSAT Prep · Astoria, Queens
SHSAT Final Intensive 2026
Late Enrollment Open — Join Classes in Progress
- Program
- SHSAT Final Intensive 2026
- Enrollment status
- Late Enrollment Open — Join Classes in Progress
- Original program dates
- October 12–November 12, 2026
- Class days
- Monday through Thursday
- Class time
- 5:00 PM–8:00 PM EasternBeginning Thursday, October 22, 2026 (classes through October 21 met 6:00–9:00 PM)
- Original program
- 60 instructional hours for $1,000
- Format
- In person only
- Address
- 20-65 47th Street, Astoria, NY 11105
- Phone
- (347) 479-5020
If you enroll today
First available class: Wednesday, October 28 · 10 remaining classes · 30 instructional hours · $500 tuition
Tuition is prorated for the remaining scheduled hours. The 10 classes already held are not included and are not charged.
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 (original program)
- 5
- Scheduled classes
- 20
- Instructional hours
- 60
- Original tuition, 60 hours
- $1,000
Schedule
October 12–November 12, 2026
Monday through Thursday
5:00 PM–8:00 PM Eastern from Oct. 22
In person only · 20-65 47th Street, Astoria, NY 11105
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
Schedule and tuition
What you receive when you enroll today
If you enroll today
First available class: Wednesday, October 28 · 10 remaining classes · 30 instructional hours · $500 tuition
Tuition is prorated for the remaining scheduled hours. The 10 classes already held are not included and are not charged.
Remaining class dates (5:00 PM–8:00 PM Eastern)
- Week of October 26Wed, Oct 28 · Thu, Oct 29
- Week of November 2Mon, Nov 2 · Tue, Nov 3 · Wed, Nov 4 · Thu, Nov 5
- Week of November 9Mon, Nov 9 · Tue, Nov 10 · Wed, Nov 11 · Thu, Nov 12
How tuition is calculated
The original program is 60 instructional hours for $1,000, which is $50 per 3-hour class. Late-enrollment tuition is prorated: you pay $50 for each scheduled class from your child’s first class through November 12. Classes held before your child joins are not included, are not made up, and are not charged.
Tuition Schedule
Monday–Thursday, 5:00–8:00 PM Eastern, beginning October 22, 2026. In-person only at 20-65 47th Street, Astoria, NY 11105.
| First class | Classes | Hours | Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Oct 28Next available | 10 | 30 | $500 |
| Thu, Oct 29 | 9 | 27 | $450 |
| Mon, Nov 2 | 8 | 24 | $400 |
| Tue, Nov 3 | 7 | 21 | $350 |
| Wed, Nov 4 | 6 | 18 | $300 |
| Thu, Nov 5 | 5 | 15 | $250 |
| Mon, Nov 9 | 4 | 12 | $200 |
| Tue, Nov 10 | 3 | 9 | $150 |
| Wed, Nov 11 | 2 | 6 | $100 |
| Thu, Nov 12 | 1 | 3 | $50 |
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
SHSAT Final Intensive 2026 FAQ
Who is the SHSAT Final Intensive 2026 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?
Beginning Thursday, October 22, 2026, classes meet Monday through Thursday, 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Eastern, in person only, through November 12, 2026. Classes from October 12 through October 21 met 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Every class is 3 hours: 20 classes and 60 hours of live instruction in total.
Can my child still join now that classes have started?
Yes. Late enrollment is open. If your child starts at the next class, Wednesday, October 28, they attend the 10 remaining classes (30 instructional hours) for $500.
How is late-enrollment tuition calculated?
The original program is 60 instructional hours for $1,000, which is $50 per 3-hour class. Late-enrollment tuition is $50 for each scheduled class from your child’s first class through November 12. Classes held before your child joins are not included and are not charged.
How do I enroll?
Use the Enroll in SHSAT Intensive form on this page, call 347-479-5020, or send us a text. We’ll follow up to confirm your child’s first class and prorated tuition.
Visit AhmedPrep
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.