I wanted to take a few minutes to thank you for offering your ACT Koontz Cram Course. My son Clayton really enjoyed your class. The tips, practice tests, and videos helped him raise his composite score by four points, including a seven point increase in science. The increase in score also made him eligible to receive the General Assembly Merit Scholarship (GAMS). You made yourself available anytime Clayton had a question, and you responded back in a very speedy manner. I highly recommend your course to anyone with a high school student about to take the ACT. Again, thank you for your class and the time you took to help our high school student to raise his score!

Melissa Webb - Maryville, TN

My husband and I are so pleased with the Koontz Cram Course. Our middle daughter has taken the course twice and her super score improved 5 points. Her English score improved 10 points, and she scored higher than her personal goal on the last ACT she took this summer. Our youngest daughter took the course this summer with her sister and her super score improved 7 points overall with a 12 point growth in English. The “cram” week of this course is intense, and your child will need to commit to the time it takes to attend each day AND spend time on the practice tests and videos provided outside of the class time. Both our daughters agree that the growth both of them achieved on their tests was well worth the time and effort spent taking the cram course this past summer. We would recommend this course to anyone. Investing in this course is going to open up scholarship opportunities for both of them that will pay off as they head to college soon. Thanks again!

Melissa Webb - Maryville, TN

I have three children who each maintain a unique learning style, yet the Koontz Cram Course was significantly beneficial to each of them. The course trains students in the ways of test taking, instructing them on efficient - but still effective - strategies for answering questions, encouraging them to be confident in their reasoning, and teaching them to be calm under pressure. In short, the course not only prepares students for the ACT, but also prepares them for aspects of high school, college, and the life that awaits them beyond their education. After participating in the Koontz Cram Course, my daughter improved in every single subject of the ACT, and she now has a composite score of 35! I am both satisfied and thrilled by the impact that this simple investment has made on my daughter's future.

Sonya Douglas - Maryville, TN

We are thrilled with the results of the Koontz Cram Course. My son’s scores improved significantly: by 6 points in English, 3 points in Math, and 2 points in Reading. These improvements mean he now qualifies for $20,000 in scholarship funds! The instructors of the Koontz Cram Course were exceptional, showing genuine dedication to my son’s success. I wholeheartedly endorse this course—it’s truly an excellent return on investment!

Brent Roberts - Maryville, TN

Mr. Koontz’s ACT class was wonderful for my son Jackson. After taking the class, my son obtained the test-taking skills needed to score a 26 his first time taking the ACT as a sophomore WITHOUT HAVING COMPLETED GEOMETRY OR BEGUN ALGEBRA II. His second time taking the ACT gained him a score of 28 with a super score of 29. I have no doubt that he will surpass 30 on his next attempt by continuing to use the skills taught by Mr. Koontz. I can’t recommend the class enough.

Sherri Wear - Knoxville, TN

I highly recommend Koontz Cram course for students looking to improve their ACT scores. My triplets all went through the course and all 3 earned scholarships as a result of ACT scores- $124,000 over 4 years. The instructors are great and give extra help when needed. We are super thankful for the Koontz cram course! This coirse is worth every penny. Don’t hesitate to send your child!

Sunny Snoeyenbos - Maryville, TN

We found the perfect prep course for our daughter with the Koontz Cram Course. It was a great deal for the expertise that we needed to help her to raise her scores by 7 points on the first official try! We will continue to test throughout her junior year to see if we can get the scores even higher from here, but she is already in the range for automatic scholarships, thanks to the help she received from this course. We really appreciated the positive support, tutoring, and advice that helped our daughter have the confidence and skills to achieve the scores she already has that will help us to avoid college debt via merit scholarships. Worth every penny!

Lisa Roberts - West High School

Koontz Cram Course is such a unique offering & sound investment! The highly skilled instructors obviously have a desire to equip kids with the knowledge and strategies to succeed, and they are willing to spend hours with them leading up to test day to make sure the kids are confident they can do well. My son took the cram course and saw an eight point increase in his ACT score. As parents, we are lucky to have this program available in our area. I highly recommend the cram course for any student seeking to increase his/her confidence, knowledge, strategies, and scores!

Julie Elder - Maryville, TN

"We were extremely pleased with the Koontz Cram Course. My daughter took the one week course in the summer so that she could devote the week to intensive preparation for the ACT. She had taken the ACT twice before but after completing the Koontz Cram Course, she raised her ACT score by five points! This placed her in a very competitive position for college scholarships! This course was developed by a high school teacher at Maryville High School. I am familiar with many students there who experienced similar success stories. The test taking skills that my daughter learned through this course also benefited her later when she took her PCAT exam for pharmacy admission. It was money WELL SPENT!" - Susan Webb-Curtis

Susan Webb-Curtis

"We are big fans of the Koontz Cram Course. Many students have far more ability and education than the ACT indicates. The ACT - like any standardized test - has biases based on the test developers, their view of knowledge and education, the way they ask questions and the subjects they feel are important. For this reason, many talented and well-educated students get shorted by the ACT. The Koontz Cram Course helps students reach their full potential on the ACT, unleashing their natural ability and what they already have learned. The nuanced skills imparted by the course are invaluable. I have had 4 children attend the course and their ACT scores went up by 3 to 6 points - yes 3 to 6 points. Help your children reach their full potential on the ACT. Put them in this course!" - Randy Sadler, Knoxville TN

Randy Sadler, Knoxville TN

I wanted to email you to let you know my ACT score. My score went up four points! I now have a composite 33. My math score went up seven points from July. Thank you so much for helping me over fall break. Here is a breakdown of my scores: Composite 33, Math 33, Science 31, English 34, Reading 35. Thanks again! - Tyler Self

Tyler Self - Maryville, TN (Maryville High School)

Hello! My name is Ana Depres, and I'm a senior at Farragut High school. I just wanted to say thank you, thank you, thank you from the bottom of my heart. Thanks to your program, I was able to increase my score from a 29 to a 31, and my Reading score from a 33 to a 36. My math score even increased by two points from a 23 to a 25! My Science went from a 25 to a 26, and my English went from a 34 to a 35. Thanks to you guys, I qualify for one of my dream school's honors college! Thank you so so so much, especially to Dr. Nate Lee- your math videos helped me so much. THANK YOU! God bless you! - Ana Depres

Ana Depres - Knoxville, TN (Farragut High School)

We are excited to share with you Ashley's ACT scores from her September ACT. These are the Scores from the first ACT test before using Koontz Cram Course. Composite Test Score = 20 (Math 19, Science 16, English 21, Reading 24) This is what she scored after her tutoring sessions with you. So very grateful for your help! Composite Test Score = 24 (Math 23, Science 23, English 25, Reading 23) She's planning to take the ACT one or two more times. I'm wanting her to take a little more math before the next test. We are all very grateful for the Koontz Program, and especially for your encouragement through the whole process. Blessings always, Missy & Ashley Millard

Missy & Ashley Millard - Knoxville, TN

My son David had taken the ACT three times and only had a one point difference between all of them. He was an honor student and a Dual Enrollment college student but he felt he could do better. And a three point increase would award him a $20,000 scholarship over four years. I am excited to say that after working with Dr Nate Lee He increased his score 3 points and got his scholarship! Nate was fantastic. He knows the ACT front and back and all the best techniques for improved test taking. I give my highest recommendation for you and your great company and for Dr. Lee.

Kevin M. Dansby - Knoxville, TN

Koontz Cram Course helped my son raise his ACT score from 24 to 32! I believe the techniques and strategies he learned were pivotal in increasing the score. Mr. Koontz in particular went above and beyond to guide us through this process. The increase in ACT score helped him to earn several academic scholarships to colleges in and out of Tennessee. Thank you!

Suzanne Brown - Knoxville, TN

Kate, a junior at Bearden High School, increased her ACT score by 6 points after working with Dr. Nate Lee for 5 weeks! Nate gave Kate several tips on strategy and managing her time during the test. He was very encouraging and seems to have a passion to help kids raise their ACT scores. We would definitely recommend Nate to anyone looking for an ACT tutor!

Kate - Bearden High

I recently received my results back from the June ACT test date and am happy to report that, thanks to your help, I was able to successfully meet my goal of a 33 composite and a 35 superscore. I cannot express how thankful I am to the dedication of all those involved with Koontz Cram Course. Coming into the cram week, I already had a high score, but I knew that just a few more points on my superscore would qualify me for thousands of dollars more in scholarships and open numerous doors. I had taken the test 4 times already and had begun to plateau (and in some cases even go down) in my scores. I was beginning to become desperate and worried that I would not meet my goal. I was ready to, as Dr Lee says, “believe the lie” and choose to accept that, while my score was good, I simply wasn’t as strong of a student as I thought and couldn’t meet my goal. However, through taking your class, I learned how to take the test and beat the ACT at their own game. I was so impressed with the authenticity each teacher shared in regard to helping students meet their ACT goals. It was so much more than a series of lectures, and I am astonished at the effectiveness in the program. At the bottom of this Email, I have included a breakdown of my scores by test. Maybe you can use them to inspire another student with high scores that is in a similar position. Once again, thank you for helping me obtain the score I could have only fathomed.

Will Stallions - Heritage High

Dear prospective Cram Course student, Prior to taking the Koontz ACT Cram Course, my son's highest score on the ACT was a 25. In April of 2008, I enrolled my son in the course with the hope of raising his score a couple of points, which might enhance his chances with some college scholarships. After taking the course, he took the ACT exam in April of 2008 and he scored a 32, an increase of 7 points. This course was WELL WORTH the tuition. In fact, this tuition amount is quite the bargain. In my son's case, the Koontz Cram Course instructors deserve a bonus. I cannot begin to express my sincere thanks enough. THANKS TO ALL OF YOU!”

Joey Winders

“After 24 hours of private one-on-one ACT tutoring at a national educational chain, our child's score did not change. But the Koontz ACT Cram Course gave our student amazing confidence through a combination of knowledge, practical skills and test taking secrets. A very different person left the morning of the third try. And an unbelievable increase of 7 points on the ACT test was the result. Thanks so much to the Koontz team of instructors.”

Lee Metelka

“Laura and I wanted to express our sincere appreciation to you regarding the positive impact you and your staff have had on our son. On the ACT test immediately following Koontz ACT Cram Course, he raised his score from a 29 to a 34 putting him into the top 1% of the nation. Without taking your Koontz ACT Cram Course, I do not believe he would have made the score to put him into serious contention for merit scholarships to the most prestigious universities in the country. Lastly, and one of the most important elements of the Koontz ACT Cram Course, we believe you and your staff instilled into our son, each day, for five days preceding the ACT test, the spirit of a winner. A group of these young adults were so pumped at the time of the test; they had a positive mental attitude, and the belief they were fully prepared to do a great job, and did!”

Philip and Laura Smith

“The Koontz's Cram Course was a tremendous benefit to our daughter as she learned testing strategies to improve the ACT score. From time-saving tips.... to strategies for deciphering scientific reading, she learned how to optimize her performance through time-management, thereby allowing sufficient time for test content analysis. Her score improved by a full four points! We deeply appreciate the opportunity for her to take this preparation course at home in Maryville.”

Dan and Amy Cochran

“Our son really needed at least one - preferably two - more points on the ACT, he was told, in order to compete for academic scholarships at the colleges to which he was applying. I saw the brochure about the Koontz Cram Course and signed him up. He was reluctant at first to give up an entire week of evenings to study (in addition to his regular homework), but he actually ended up enjoying the course. The instructors were excellent! They not only prepared him with review of each subject, they also gave him lots of strategies to help him work faster and smarter. And, maybe most importantly, he gained the confidence he needed to succeed. He actually scored THREE points higher on the ACT after taking the course! We were thrilled, as was he. We know the difference this will make in his being able to compete for academic scholarships that pay for the course probably 100 times over!”

Amy Large

“Our son, Mason Cantrell, had taken the ACT on 2 separate occasions during his junior and senior years and had scored a 23 on both occasions. After accepting a track scholarship at Milligan College, he learned that a score of 25 on the ACT would qualify him for an additional academic scholarship. We enrolled him in the June Koontz Cram Course and he took the course the following Saturday. He scored a 26 on the ACT with increases on each sub-test. His reading score went from a 21 to 30! The $350 tuition for the course was well worth the cost and helped him secure a $6000/year academic scholarship! Thank you very much.”

James and Amy Cantrell

“Dear Mr. Koontz, I want to let you know what a wonderful program you offer to students preparing to take or retake the ACT with your Koontz Cram Course. Each of my children flew from Pendleton, Oregon to Maryville, Tennessee (where they have relatives) to take your course; my son in June of 2015 and my daughter in June of 2018. In each case my child increased his/her ACT score to meet their goal for the college admissions process. The format of your course seems particularly helpful compared to other ACT review programs. The intensive study, multiple sets of practice materials, online video assistance, instruction from professional educators, and easy-to-use testing strategies make your course stand out from others I had investigated for my children. Please know how much my son and daughter benefited from your program. Best wishes as you expand the Koontz Cram Course beyond East Tennessee.”

Ann Vescio (Principal Weston Middle School Weston, Oregon)

“Dear Mr. Koontz, Hello, my name is Samuel Thomas and I took the Koontz Cram Course for September 2018, and Dr. Lee encouraged us at least a dozen times to contact the staff with our scores. So, I am very happy and excited to say I improved my composite from a 29 to a 34, giving me eligibility for the highest level of the Volunteer Scholarship at UTK, which was my goal for taking the course in the first place. I thank you and the staff immensely for the hard work and effort put in to making sure I do well on the test. Because of your course, I have greatly improved my chances of being accepted as well as being granted scholarships.”

Samuel Thomas

“Mr. Koontz, I wanted to thank you for the opportunity that you provide our kids when they take your class to succeed beyond their own expectations on the ACT. My oldest son jumped to a 31 immediately after taking your class and then went on to finish with a 34 on his next ACT test. My middle child had already taken it twice and scored a 27 and a 28. He jumped to a 31 immediately after taking your class and I truly believe he just needed someone to teach him how to manage his time on the test. I look forward to seeing his scores on his last attempt in February as I expect them to rise again. I wouldn’t hesitate to to recommend your class to anyone who is interested in making a significant change in their ACT scores. The school system has laid the groundwork for a strong score and your class allows them to take the test as a relaxed confident student. As a parent, I truly appreciate what your class offers our kids. You will be seeing my youngest child in a few years.”

Julie Smith (Maryville High School Parent)

“I am an absolute believer in the Koontz Cram Course. My son took the Act without any preparation and when we weren’t completely satisfied with his score, we decided to give this course a try!! I am so glad we did! My son was able to raise his overall composite score by 6 points!!! This far exceeded my expectations!! Six points is huge and has made a big difference in the amount of scholarship dollars he will be awarded when he begins his college career! A small investment in this course will end up saving us about 20 times of that investment with scholarship dollars. So if you ask me if it’s worth the money... absolutely!! I have 3 more children and they will all take this course! Thank you so much Koontz Cram Course and all of the instructors!”

Rebecca Lowe

“Our daughter took the June cram course and the June ACT. She got her scores last night and I'm thrilled to report her score jumped 3 points to a 31! The course is well worth the cost as the score increase will put her in a more competitive position for scholarships. She is heading into senior year with one less thing to stress about. Thank you. As a parent and as a college/career counselor at a public high school I know from personal experience the Koontz Cram Course can make an impact on your child's ACT score!”

Anna Graham (Hardin Valley Academy)

“Mr. Koontz, ...I wanted to thank you for providing Preston with an amazing prep course. Taking the ACT in December, I was a little concerned with him taking it again so soon (in April). I wanted him to be able to recall the geometry and algebra 2 and I was afraid if he waited to take it as a junior he might forget. I admit I was skeptical at the claim you could move him higher. However, we received his scores and he made perfect scores in English, Reading, and Science. Math was lower, but still high enough to give him a 34 composite as a sophomore. Your course was personalized enough to give him every advantage. The price is so reasonable for what is provided. Thanks for designing a great course and for helping Preston learn stats this year. He may never be a "math" kid but he enjoys the challenge!”

Anita Franklin (Maryville High School)

“Hi Mr. Koontz, My name is Galina Sorensen, and my daughter Angelina took your June course earlier this month. I just wanted to let you know how happy I was with the results! Her composite score jumped from a 29 to a 32, which is very good for her seeing as we're depending on scholarships to pay for most of her college education. Her English subtest score stayed at a 35, math went from a 27 to a 30, reading from a 27 to a 32, and science from a 23 to a 32! I was a little hesitant when she asked me to pay for the Cram Course at first, but I can now see how much it helped her (especially with that science section...). She may very well be back later in the year to see if she can raise her composite score a little more. Thank you and your staff so much!!! (Side note: I don't think she mentioned this in her email to you, but that ballet story you told really hit home with her. She was very nervous before the test and she is also a dancer in the Nutcracker and such, so hearing the success story of that girl who did a dance warmup before the ACT stuck with her, and she did a full warmup Saturday morning to calm her nerves. Needless to say, it worked). Thanks again.”

Galina Sorensen, (Maryville, TN)

“The Koontz Cram Course just catapulted my son into a whole different scholarship realm. My husband and I could not be more pleased with the strategies and tools that the program provided for my son to do well on the ACT. He went into the test with confidence and knowledge that helped him raise his score significantly after maintaining the same score the FOUR previous times he'd taken the test. I'm now a huge believer in the efficacy of this product! It's worth the investment!! Shout out to Cheryl Ann Lunsford Janzen and Carrie Ivester for their instruction in this amazing program!”

Sandy Akiona (Cleveland State)

“We wanted to tell you how pleased we are that our daughter participated in the Koontz ACT Cram Course. She had taken the ACT previously and had a score of 31. After taking the Koontz Cram Course, she improved her score by 4 points making a 35 on the ACT. We were concerned that this course would interfere with her already hectic junior academic schedule, but she enjoyed the course and was able to manage her time without problems. She learned test-taking strategies that she will continue to use throughout her educational career. We highly recommend this course!”

Bill and Elizabeth Pedersen

“Thank you so much for this fabulous act prep class! Our daughter retook the Koontz course in February and raised her math score 7 points and her science score 5 points. The course gave her strategies and confidence she needed to conquer test anxiety. We are very thankful!”

Julia and Matt Jinks (Maryville Christian School)

“Many thanks to the Koontz Cram Course instructors. My daughter's composite score increased by 5 points with a significant gain in every subject ranging from 3-7 points. She was very pleased with the time management strategies that she learned, which were very helpful in Reading and Science The gain in her scores will allow her wider range of college choices with scholarship opportunities and Honors program eligibility. We both feel very strongly that KCC was worth her time investment and certainly our financial investment.”

Kellie Calloway, (Parent of Senior at Webb School of Knoxville)

“Talk about a success story!!! I am so very thankful for the ACT prep class provided by Koontz Cram Course. My daughter took this class in October 2016. She raised her composite score 8 points, but it raised her score in individual focuses from 4-10 points. Yes, you read that right. She had 3 of them that raised by at least 7 points and one that raised 10 points. Again, we are forever grateful for this course and highly recommend it. This will open many opportunities for her future!”

Lori Bales (Gibbs High School)

“To Whom it may Concern, I would like to say Thank you for your ACT cram course. My daughter took your course and was able to raise her score by three points over all. She raised her English score six points and Reading came up four points. Ashlin struggles some with test taking and found your approach very helpful. As a parent it is my responsibility to make sure I have helped my children in all they do and you made this step very easy for me, with two locations it made it easy for Ashlin to get there each night for her class. I would recommend this course to anyone that would like to raise their ACT score, it has helped my daughter to raise her score and apply to the college of her choice. Sincerely.”

Sky Creasman, (Meigs County High School, TN)

“I just wanted to highly recommend the Koontz Cram Course. Our daughter had previously taken a 2 month review course and only raised her ACT score one point after that review course. She took the Koontz Cram Course and her ACT score went up 4 points !!!!! It helped tremendously with the ACT and test taking skills in general. Thank you for providing this course for our students.”

Jim and Wilma Proffitt (Maryville, TN)

“I wanted to write and thank you and your team for helping my son raise his ACT score. My son's first attempt at the test did not go well. It took quite a bit of convincing for him to attend your course, because he felt his plate was already full with school, homework and spring football practice. Tiring is the word he used to describe the week, but hopeful he was more prepared for the upcoming test. Two weeks after taking the ACT his test scores arrived and all the hours and hard work had paid off. His composite score increased by 5 points, his English by 11 and all other areas by 3 points. Fantastic results, we are extremely pleased with the scores he achieved after attending your course. I highly recommend the Koontz Cram Course. ”

Wendy Quigg, (Maryville, TN)

“A co-worker suggested the Koontz Cram Course to me one day when I was talking to her about my twin sons being very academically inclined, yet they were not the best at standardized testing. After her positive experience, my husband and I decided to enroll our sons in the course last June in Maryville. They were able to learn tips on test taking and the course resulted in their best ACT scores. Our sons raised their composite scores by 4 points and 2 points and one son raised his subscore in English by 7 points! This course was wonderful and I highly recommend it to any parent with a child currently in high school.”

Jana Pankey, (Cleveland, TN)

“We were extremely pleased with the Koontz Cram Course. My daughter took the one week course in the summer so that she could devote the week to intensive preparation for the ACT. She had taken the ACT twice before but after completing the Koontz Cram Course, she raised her ACT score by five points! This placed her in a very competitive position for college scholarships! This course was developed by a high school teacher at Maryville High School. I am familiar with many students there who experienced similar success stories. The test taking skills that my daughter learned through this course also benefited her later when she took her PCAT exam for pharmacy admission. It was money WELL SPENT!”

Susan Webb Curtis, (Cleveland, TN)

“As we all know, ACT scores can make a huge difference in what scholarships are given and what schools accept students. For this reason, we encouraged our daughter to take the Koontz cram course after she scored slightly above average the first attempt. We were thrilled when her scores came back a full three points higher than her first attempt! With this ETSU will allow her in the Scholars Dorms, and give thousands more in scholarships - things we as parents consider extremely valuable. Thanks to all the fine proven teachers at the Koontz Cram Course that helped us save a ton of money and helped our daughter believe she can be successful with hard work in college.”

Chase and Karen Vandervelde, (Maryville, TN)

“My daughter had taken the ACT once as a sophomore and scored a 31 which we knew was a great score. However, in order to be seriously considered by the more competitive universities for both acceptance and scholarship money, we know that each point of score improvement can really pay off in the long run. That being said, my daughter was not initially thrilled to spend five evenings of her summer attending the Koontz Cram Course, but after the first session of KCC, it was clear to her that the effort would pay off. We were so impressed by the simple yet effective test taking tips and strategies that she learned. These tips and strategies not only paid off with 2 additional points on her ACT score but I believe will pay off on every standardized test she takes throughout high school and college. My other two children will also take KCC when the time come!”

Vallie Collins

“Dear Steve, Thank you and your team for the time and effort you invest in students who attend your ACT Prep Course. You make a difference. Our daughter is smart, works hard, and does well in school. However, test-taking is not always the best way to see what an amazing person she is and what she is capable of as a student. Time with your instructors gave her a boost in ACT skills and self confidence to do well. Previously, she had taken the ACT a couple of times and raised her composite score 1 point each time. However, after your course, her composite increased 4 points above her previous top score. She is now eligible for the higher HOPE scholarship and the honors program at her college of choice. Test taking is a game - you need to know the rules, practice, and have a good coach to do well. You and the Koontz Cram Course team are amazing coaches offering insight and test-taking strategy. We appreciate you and will send our next high-schooler to your course.”

Mary Louise & Greg

“We are so thankful for all of the hard work the Koontz Cram Course teachers put in to helping our daughter, Elizabeth improve her ACT score by 6 points. She took the test as a young Junior, without much sleep or preparation and scored an average score. With all of the testing preparation done with the teachers, she was able to improve her score enough to qualify for a large scholarship which made it possible for her to attend a private Christian University. Without the big improvement in her scores, she would not have been able to attend her dream college. We felt like Mr. Koontz and the other teachers went above and beyond to make sure that Elizabeth was well prepared. Thank you so much for all of your help!”

Keith & Cathy Moore (Maryville HS)

“When my son took the ACT for the first time, he had an average score like most students. The problem was that to be competitive his score needed to be higher. We found out about Koontz Cram Course and signed-up for the class during the summer. The word that comes to mind is "WOW"!! He came out of the class with new skills in taking the ACT. He took the ACT test right after your class and felt new confidence in himself. When we got his test results — it showed! His ACT score rose 5 points, which we were very excited about! Thank you so much for making a difference and helping build confidence along the way. I plan to recommend this class to friends because of the impact it had on our life and what it could bring to them. I believe this class works to prepare high school seniors to succeed in whatever higher education they pursue.”

Elizabeth S., (Maryville, TN)

“Dear Mr. Koontz and Staff: We would like to thank you and your wonderful staff for the valuable tools my daughter learned taking the Koontz Cram Course. Taylor was able to raise her ACT scores by 4 points, which in turn, raised her academic scholarship by several thousand dollars. The reviews for the math section, especially the geometry and algebra II was especially helpful since it had been several years since she had taken these classes. Although the course is intense, and time consuming, the review of each subject as well as the test taking tips for each section was well worth her time. We would highly recommend this course for anyone wishing to raise their ACT scores.” — Thank you again

Jeff and Donna Hatmaker, (Oak Ridge High School)

“Dear Mr. Koontz and staff, I can't thank each of you enough for the prep course. We expected that our daughter would improve her score, but we were elated that she added FOUR POINTS, improving at least 2 points in each category. The specific tips about the testing process and how to make the most of her time made the difference for her. The content review gave her additional confidence because she realized that she knew the material and just needed to concentrate on her test-taking strategy. What a return on investment! We have a younger son and we will definitely enroll him in KCC also!”

Russell and Julie George

“Thank you so much for the program that you have developed to help students take the ACT test. Our son, Robby, has taken your course on two different occasions. He has taken the ACT three times - twice as a Junior and the last time as a Senior. The first time he took the test as a Junior, he had a score of 21. He felt that he could do much better. Your course was recommended to us as a great option for students to improve their scores. After taking your course, he took the ACT a second time as a Junior and did have an improvement in his score from a 21 to a 22. Once again, he felt that this was not his best and not the score that he wanted to have as he prepared college applications. As a Senior, he prepared to take the test one last time - hoping to bring his score up at least 2-3 more points. In preparation for this, he once again took the Koontz Cram Course. After following many of the tips and suggestions that are taught in the Cram course, Robby was amazed to find that he scored a 27 on this final ACT. Wow! Up 5 points! With a score of 27, this put Robby on a whole different level as he applied to colleges. He has been accepted to every college to which he applied and has had generous scholarship offers from all of them. We have been more than satisfied and happy with the help that he received with the Cram Course techniques taught. Thank you, once again, for designing a course that prepares students in such a great way for a difficult test. It certainly helped Robby!”

Ray and Carol Bellgrau

“A great investment! Our twin sons took the Koontz Cram Course as rising seniors just prior to a June ACT date. Although they weren't extremely thrilled with enrolling in an academic class just days after finishing the school year they understood the importance, gave a strong effort to what was being taught, and even said they enjoyed the instructors and the classes. Both came out of the test stating it was more difficult than the first test they took and they were concerned that they had scored less than their original score. We all were pleased when their scores came back 3 points higher than the original 27 score they earned. Reaching the 30 has qualified them for a number of merit scholarships they would have otherwise not been considered for. A great investment that returns not only in lower tuition but self confidence.”

Willie and Brenda Wallace, (Maryville, TN)

“Our son's first composite ACT score was 27. While we thought this was great we believed that he could do better. His weakness was in the Reading and English portions of the test. We decided to enroll him in the Koontz Cram Course after hearing good things about it. This turned out to be money very well spent as his composite ACT score jumped to a 32. He was able to raise his scores across the board in English, Math, Reading and Science, with his lowest score being a 29 in the Reading portion of the test. He learned valuable test taking strategies and felt more confident going into the test the second time around. We know this improvement will help with scholarship money and increase our son's college choices. We can highly recommend the Koontz Cram Course. We used the Koontz Cram Course before with our oldest child and had great success. We were eager to use the course again with our youngest child because we felt that he could perform better than his first attempt at the ACT. The results were pretty much the same as with our oldest child. We saw an increase of 4 points on the composite score with an increase in all categories. The students definitely learn valuable test taking skills after going through the course, and we are very pleased with the results our son achieved.”

Shelby and Chuck Rowan

“Dear Mr. Koontz: Thank you so much for ALL you taught our daughter through your ACT Cram Course. She learned many valuable tools that helped her increase her composite score from 26 to 30 and her scores in every sub-test from 2 to 7 points! We were very concerned about how her car accident the night before the ACT would affect her performance, but because of all of the valuable tips from you and the instructors, she still managed to perform very well, in our opinion! We had heard many great comments from former Halls students regarding your course, and it is well worth the money by far! Her new score of 30 has opened up many more possibilities for scholarships. We have you all to thank for that, so THANK YOU SO MUCH! She has also used many of your suggestions and tips to prepare for tests for her regular classes and has said that the course has been helpful even for that purpose. Thank you again for helping our daughter increase her composite score by 4 points. We are so grateful to you.”

Pam, Chelsea's mom (Halls High School)

“Our son, Nicholas Blair, took the Koontz Cram Course and ACT test in June 2011. We were already pleased with his previous score of 31, but he was very determined to take the course and then re-take the ACT to improve his score. His goal was to increase it by two points. When he received his results, he was shocked and extremely pleased that his score went up four points to a 35! The Koontz Cram Course is HIGHLY recommended. Our son learned valuable strategies to better study for the test and to prepare him for test day. If anyone asks us about KCC, we will enthusiastically recommend it. Thanks!”

Marty and Shelly Blair

“My daughter Angela took your crash course at Seymour in December before taking the ACT test. She had a good score before with a 28 but her goal was to get a score of 32 on the test. She felt the course gave her knowledgeable skills that she could take with her the day of the test to help improve her score. When we received her scores she had reached her goal score of 32! Four points better than her last test score, an increased score in every category and a high enough score to be eligible for academic scholarship money. We are so proud of her and all her hard work. For other parents, this is a must take course if you want your child to improve their score. According to Angela, the instructors knew what was needed to help the students improve and gave them the tools to do it. It was more than worth the cost of the class.”

Michele Karl

“I heard about the Koontz Cram Course from friends and received an informational letter which was quite persuasive. However I must admit, I was skeptical that this (or any) course could raise ACT scores so dramatically. Yet, my daughter was encouraged by the letter and was interested in signing up. So, being familiar with most of the instructors and knowing them to be exceptionally high caliber, my husband and I decided to register her for the course. The "cram" week was intense and the hours long, but we all agree that the results were well worth the effort. Our daughter, Mary Beth, raised her composite score by 4 points! Please extend our sincere appreciation to all the KCC instructors. We are happy to endorse this as a program that worked for us!”

Cynthia and Scott Spitler

“I just wanted to write a letter of appreciation and let you know that your program was a huge success for my son, Blake. We were a little apprehensive about the course and were concerned that we might be wasting our money, but we were so wrong!!! Blake loved the course and the instructors, and he learned so many techniques and so much information. He actually had fun and enjoyed the classes, but the best part was he was able to increase his score by 4 points, Wow!!! Not only was our money well spent, we gained about $1500 in scholarship money. Please tell your staff in Oak Ridge that they did a great job, and we will tell everyone we can about your program. May God continue to bless you and your staff!”

Barbara Houser

“Dear Steve, We wanted to let you know how pleased we are with our son's experience in your Cram Course. His first ACT score was 24. After taking your course (and even having to miss one night b/c of a school assignment), his second score was 30. All sub-scores were higher, Reading by 12 points. Thank you for the expertise, knowledge and care demonstrated by your staff. Blessings.”

Annie & Craig

I am an absolute believer in the Koontz Cram Course. My son took the Act without any preparation and when we weren’t completely satisfied with his score, we decided to give this course a try!! I am so glad we did! My son was able to raise his overall composite score by 6 points!

- Kathleen Palmer

Mr. Koontz, I wanted to thank you for the opportunity that you provide our kids when they take your class to succeed beyond their own expectations on the ACT. My oldest son jumped to a 31 immediately after taking your class and then went on to finish with a 34 on his next ACT test.

- Ronnie Montgomery