SAT preparation Course
SAYA! offers SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test) preparation courses in partnership with professional testing companies including Revolution Prep, New York Cares Kaplan and Advantage Testing at our Elmhurst-based center. Classes are offered during the summer, fall and spring semesters. In 2009-2010, participants achieved average score improvements of over 200 points. SAT scores are a major factor in determining college entrance and scholarship packages.

SHSAT Preparation Course
SAYA! offers Specialized High Schools Admissions Test (SHSAT) to prepare 8th and 9th grade students for the SHSAT exam. The SHSAT is the test used to determine admission to the following eight Specialized High Schools: Bronx High School of Science; Brooklyn Technical High School; The Brooklyn Latin School; High School for Mathematics, Science and Engineering at City College; High School of American Studies at Lehman College; Queens High School for the Sciences at York College; Staten Island Technical High School and Stuyvesant High School.

One-on-One Tutoring
Youth are paired up with volunteer tutors for weekly tutoring in any subject where they need extra support. Each tutoring session lasts for at least two hours. Tutoring is open to students from Grade 7 - 12.

College Access Program
Chalo College!, SAYA!'s college access program, guides participants on the college admissions process, from putting together their college applications, writing personal statements, applying for financial aid, and choosing a college that best fits their individual needs. Through group workshops and individual counseling sessions, youth meet with SAYA!'s Academic Coordinator to guide them through all aspects of the college application process to increase their likelihood and competitiveness towards attending a college of their choice.

Career Counseling
The "Hired!" Employment Readiness Program provides youth with an intensive experience on all aspects of the job search process. Youth attend workshops on career options, resume writing, and job interviewing during the spring semester. Upon completion, they are guaranteed placements at full-time internships in the summer. As part of this program, SAYA! organizes a Career Fair each April where youth meet with leaders in various fields ranging from entertainment, law, business, government, and social service.

Registration
If you are interested in registering for any of the academic programs, please email Sakshi Jain, Academic Coordinator at sakshi@saya.org.