ACI Institute

I have learned and grown so much from my time here at ACI. As a college counseling student, the guidance and help that Ms. Kimberly provided for me was amazing. I felt so comfortable talking to her and she never hesitated to answer any of my questions. I'm our meetings, she was able to give me insight into high school and the college admission process. The college essay teacher, Mr. Hayashi, was also extremely helpful and polished my college essays to best express who I am. The teachers here are so nice and really care about the students and their education. The office staff are also so friendly and encouraging. With ACI's help, I was accepted into many incredible schools such as UCLA, USC, Berkeley, Scripps, and UOP! I'm so grateful for all the help and support I got from ACI!!!
Aug 2nd, 2022

If you're looking for a great exam prep spot with great support all around, I recommend going to ACI! I've been at ACI since I was small and Ms. Kimberly and Ms. Polly have always looked over me and supported me throughout my high school career up until I left to college. It's very clear that they really want the best for you and are there for you whenever you need help or want some advice on what steps to take.All the teachers and TA's are extremely knowledgeable and supportive since they have all gone through similar experiences in a competitive academic environment. The support and resources given at ACI are unlike any other and I highly recommend giving ACI a try if you are looking for college application prep, exam prep, and 1:1 tutoring!
Aug 1st, 2022

I first enrolled in the summer of 2021. I was lost in the jumbled and confusing jungle of the college admissions cycle at the end of my junior year. I was nervous, disappointed, and regretful of my high school career up to that point. However, ACI prepped me to be the best version of myself I could be. I explored other college prep businesses in the area, but I found their counselors cold and unwelcoming it was Ms. Kimberly and the front office staff that welcomed my situation with optimism and assured me that I would succeed. I enrolled in the College Essay class, which was by far the best thing I could do. I polished my resume and worked diligently on my college essays. Under the guidance of Mr. Hayashi and the other teachers, my college essays and application were, to put it lightly, magnificent. I am grateful for what Ms. Kimberly and ACI have done for me, and I believe that my college acceptances were due in large part to their concerns, diligence, and commitment to their student's success.With that, I am proud to say that as a result of the combined efforts of ACI and myself, I was accepted into USC, Harvey Mudd, UCSD, UCSB, UCI, UCD, UIUC, and many more. And I am even more proud to say that I will be attending USC Viterbi this fall!!
Jul 31st, 2022

Jun 18th, 2022

My younger sibling and I both had academic counseling with Ms. Kim and it was excellent! She taught us everything we needed to know about high school/college and helped us stay organized and on track. I was able to attend college early at the age of 16 because of the help of Ms. Kim! One thing a lot of high school students are struggling with right now is finding the major that fits them the most, but through the help of Ms. Kim, I was able to find out what I truly wanted to pursue and explore!
May 2nd, 2022