FALL 2026 · SHSAT CRASH COURSE
Get admitted with confidence — aim for the top 5%.
Each year, about 26,000 NYC students take the SHSAT competing for just ~4,000 Specialized HS seats. For 30 years, ABCMath has helped NYC families navigate this exam — our students consistently score 650+ every year, with top performers reaching 670, 680, and 690.
September 12 – December 19, 2026
Early Bird Pricing — Save up to $250
Limited seats. Lock in $1,400 (7-week) or $1,600 (14-week) before enrollment closes.
THE STAKES
NYC's most competitive high school exam
26,000
NYC students compete for ~4,000 seats
650+
High scorers each year, top reaching 690
All 8
Specialized HS placements every year
CAT ✓
2026 new exam fully ready
30 Years in NYC
5,000+ Students Trained
All 8 Specialized HS Every Year
CAT-Ready Curriculum
2026 SHSAT — A New Exam
The SHSAT is changing. We're ready
The 2026 SHSAT debuts a Computer-Adaptive Test (CAT) format. Old prep methods no longer work — at ABCMath, we have rebuilt our entire curriculum to match the new test. Every mock exam, every practice question, every strategy session is built for the CAT format.
No Skipping in
Math
Students must answer each question before moving on — strategy must change.
Adaptive Difficulty
The test gets harder or easier in real time based on responses.
Drag-and-Drop
Items
New interactive question types replace some multiple-choice.
Rebuilt Curriculum
Our entire SHSAT program has been redesigned for the CAT exam.
PROGRAMS & PRICING
Choose your path to Specialized HS
Both courses include the full ABCMath curriculum, 6 CAT mock exams, and weekday online tutoring. The 14-week course adds Townsend Harris essay coaching and post-test support — for just $200 more.
14-Week Course
SHSAT Crash Course + Post-Test Support
September 12 – December 19, 2026
Full 14 weeks (7 extra prep weeks)
6 CAT mock exams
Weekday online tutoring sessions
Townsend Harris application essay coaching
Post-test support: Algebra 1 Regents + Writing intensives
Continued mentorship through 12/19
$1,850
$1,600
SAVE $250
Early Bird Pricing
EVERY COURSE INCLUDES
A complete SHSAT preparation system
Built on 30 years of curriculum refinement and updated for the 2026 CAT format.
6 CAT Mock Exams
Full-length, computer-adaptive practice tests
Math + ELA Curriculum
Rebuilt for the 2026 CAT format
Weekday Online Tutoring
1 hr Math + 1 hr ELA every week
Weak-Area Drills
Targeted practice based on diagnostics
Townsend Harris
Essays
Application essay coaching (14-week)
Algebra 1 Regents
Post-test prep for state exam
TA Support
Help available during and after class
30 Years of Refinement
A proven curriculum, updated yearly
WEEKLY SCHEDULE
Fall 2026 program structure
A structured program covering the full SHSAT preparation arc — from foundation through test day and beyond
WEEKS 1–7
Core Intensive Phase
Sat AM
8:30–9:00 tutoring · 9:00–12:00 class · 12:00–12:30 tutoring
Sat PM
12:30–1:00 tutoring · 1:00–4:00 class · 4:00–4:30 tutoring
Sunday
9:00–12:00 CAT mock exam
WEEKS 8+
Final Sprint to Test Day
Saturday
Targeted weak-area drills through test day
WEEKDAYS
Weekday Online Tutoring Sessions
Weekly
Format
1 hr Math + 1 hr ELA, through test day
Live instructor
POST TEST
Continued Support to 12/19
14-Week
Townsend Harris essays · Algebra 1 Regents · Writing
Mentorship
Continued check-ins through high school placement
WHERE OUR STUDENTS GO
Real students. Real schools. Real results.
For 30 years, ABCMath students have placed into every Specialized High School and NYC's most selective public programs.
All 8 Specialized HS
Stuyvesant · Bronx Science · Tech · + 5 more
Townsend Harris
Elite public humanities HS
Bard High School
Early college program
LaGuardia HS
Arts-focused selective HS
Selective Programs
Across all 5 boroughs
30 Years in NYC·5,000+ Students Trained·All 8 Specialized HS · Every Year
WHAT FAMILIES SAY
Real reviews from real ABCMath families
Verified Google Reviews
My son started weekend classes in 4th grade and is now in 8th — he just received his Stuyvesant admission with a 650+ score. Weekly writing, strong vocabulary, and math 1–2 grade levels ahead were invaluable for SHSAT, Hunter HS, and many other gifted programs.
— Parent review · Stuyvesant admit
The SHSAT program was very effective — I got into one of NYC's top Specialized HS. Excellent teachers, engaging classes, and TAs always ready to help.
— Alison H. · Bronx Science → MIT
COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently asked questions
Common questions from NYC parents preparing for the 2026 SHSAT.