Testimonials

I cannot overemphasize the positive impact Mr. Ambrose had on my college application process. With Mr. Ambrose’s help, I took a few extremely rough drafts and transformed them into strong college essays. I have never had a teacher/mentor who was able to so clearly communicate both my writing strengths and weaknesses. I would highly recommend Mr. Ambrose’s services to any high school student. 

Mike, St. Mary’s, The Wharton School, U-Penn 

Don was knowledgeable, punctual, and patient. As an ACT tutor, he honed in on my weaknesses and turned them into serious strengths. As an essay editor, he helped me select the appropriate topic and then worked with me to make sure the message I wanted to convey was clear, concise, and convincing. I am confident that working with Don opened doors for me at the upper echelon universities, and I know his lessons were useful long after I entered college.  

Adam, Cranbrook, Harvard Law School

Mr. Ambrose not only prepared me for the ACT and assisted with my college applications, but he also helped me develop skills that have allowed me to excel in my undergraduate studies. My performance on the verbal section of the MCAT, for example, has directly benefited from Mr. Ambrose’s ACT tutoring. I often joke that Mr. Ambrose is the reason I got into Georgetown, but I firmly believe that I would not have achieved this level of success if not for his guidance.  

Liz, Marian Student

Don tutored all three of our boys to prepare them for the ACT. He is so great with students and kind as well. He really brings out the best in each child while giving them confidence to relax and do their best. His strategies are a huge gift. Don took a lot of pressure off of me as all I had to do was pray!

Kathleen, Brother Rice Mom

Mr. Ambrose helped me identify key areas for improvement on the SAT verbal section. I was able to increase my score seventy points and gain admission to Yale. After I was admitted, I had infinite gratitude for his help. 

Mike, St. Mary’s Student

I’d like to say a few quick words about Don Ambrose and his tutoring style. It was excellent and we loved the results. Cole, my son and a junior at DCDS, went to Don’s class. He took his ACT and scored high enough to completely take the pressure off getting into college. Don’s strategies and study tips really helped. So much easier to succeed when you are confident and relaxed. Thank you, Don, for your expertise.

Megan, Detroit Country Day School Mother

Donald Ambrose was able to help me raise my English portion of the ACT from 21 to 29. I thank Don for all he has done because I am graduating from the United States Naval Academy with a Bachelor of Science in Naval Architecture and a commission in the United States Navy.

Bret, St. Mary’s Student

Don Ambrose’s tutoring and essay preparation were an integral part of my acceptance to Stanford. His positive energy and experience helped me raise my English and reading by three points. His college application essay expertise helped me to refine and target my essays to each specific school, vastly improving each of my applications.

Tatyanna, Marian Student

When I arrived on campus last August, my coach told me how much the admissions office enjoyed my essay about Dante’s Divine Comedy. Without my essay, and Mr. Ambrose’s fabulous help in the writing process, I don’t think I would be a Vassar student today.

Vincent, Brother Rice Student

I have seen tremendous growth in my score in such a short period of time with Don Ambrose. My score increased 6 points. He has not only helped me prepare; he has also consistently provided me with encouraging comments. 

Lydia, Seaholm Student

I worked with Mr. Ambrose this past winter and he taught me more than any other tutor had in the past. Not only did he go over the knowledge aspect of the ACT but also strategies to help me get through the test efficiently. After working with him I went up 8 points and would highly recommend to anyone looking to up their score. 

Max, Bloomfield Hills High School

Mr. Ambrose played a crucial role in my college application process, resulting in my early admittance to Notre Dame. He helped me raise my score from 29 to 32 then worked with me on my essays. Finally, Mr. Ambrose was an incredible mentor. He not only helped me get into Notre Dame, but, with thoughtful guidance, he also influenced my choice to attend. 

Mary Patricia, Marian Student

Don came highly recommended by many friends, so he was our first choice for our daughters. Don knows the ACT inside and out. He was able to keep track of their personal strengths and weaknesses and tailor the tutoring to their needs. Both gained 3-4 points after working with Don.

Amy, Notre Dame Prep Mother

“Don Ambrose has been a tremendous help in my ACT journey. My total score has increased 7 points. He has provided me with great advice and resources that have transformed my score. I sincerely recommend his service.

Madeline, Seaholm Student

I highly recommend Don Ambrose tutoring! His knowledge, expertise and experience will make a significant difference in your student’s test scores. He truly cares about each individual and will cater to specific strengths and weaknesses. He was instrumental in getting my son into Harvard.

I can’t thank him enough!

Maria, Brother Rice Mother

My husband and I cannot say enough great things about Don Ambrose. Our son worked with him on a regular basis, preparing for the ACT. Often our son would return home and relay the conversations that he and Mr. Ambrose shared about his academic future and compatible college choices.

Lisa, Brother Rice Mother

Anytime I hear someone preparing to take the ACT, I say, “You need Don Ambrose.” All of my children have tutored with Don, and each of them has had a four to six point jump in their score. He played a vital role in getting three of my children admitted to U of M. His charisma and passion make my children excited to go to tutoring, which should say enough as is. I can’t recommend him highly enough. 

Kathleen, Brother Rice and Detroit Country Day School Mother

Don Ambrose’s ACT prep course is the reason I am attending the United States Naval Academy. Mr. Ambrose has a passion for teaching, which I believe is a rare quality in ACT tutors. He genuinely cares about your performance on the ACT and thefuture success that an improved score brings. To me, Don Ambrose was not just a tutor. He was and continues to be my mentor. 

Pierce, St. Mary’s Student

Don Ambrose’s ACT tutoring was among the most influential pieces to my acceptance into Princeton. I was able to improve my overall score six points. The skills and confidence imparted by Mr. Ambrose were the difference between another mediocre test score and a score capable of gaining acceptance to Princeton. Given the opportunity to recommend any tutoring service, without hesitation, Mr. Ambrose would be my number one choice.
Ian, St. Mary’s Student