Laura Whitmore

Laura Heslin Whitmore, Founder and CEO of Strategic Test Prep, has 18 years of experience in test preparation. Laura studied psychology at the University of Notre Dame and then pursued an advanced degree in Mathematics and Adolescent Education from SUNY Cortland. This academic background has helped Laura to effectively merge the psychological aspects of taking a high-stakes tests (motivation, confidence, anxiety-reduction) with effective pedagogy and expert content knowledge. Her unique approach to standardized test prep is rooted in an emphasis on test-taking strategies and keeping it simple. Recently, Laura utilized her signature methods to score an impressive 1590 on the November 2024 Digital SAT (800 Math, 790 English).

Laura hosts a popular YouTube channel, Strategic Test Prep, where she shares free test prep information with students worldwide. Recognizing the need for accessible resources, Laura has also developed asynchronous online SAT courses and a Digital SAT prep app called Preptly​​, available on the App Store and Google Play. Laura actively recruits, trains, and mentors an exceptional team of tutors, equipping them with her proven techniques for mastering the test, enabling them to make a meaningful impact on students' success.