Welcome to General Academic

General Academic provides tutorial and academic consulting services in a broad range of subject matters ranging from study skills to calculus to Chinese to standardized test prep.
 
Our team of enthusiastic and brilliant Rice students and Top Tier recent alumni have helped more than 1000 students achieve their full potential since 2003, and developed unparalleled Insight into their issues; Insight that helps us help you better.
 
Our Clients host us at their homes or come to our Study Lounge in the Rice Village in Houston, Texas.
 
More in "About Us" .
 

  • Rice Students + Top Tier Alumni
    The majority of our tutor Analysts, about 75%, are current undergraduate or graduate students of Rice University.  The remaining 25% are recent alumni of comparable Top Tier universities and programs. 
  • Undegraduates + Graduates

    Our current team includes approximately 40 individuals and is continually growing.  About 60% of our team are current undergraduate students, 30% are recent alumni, and the remaining 10% are Masters or PhD candidates.

  • Multi-Talented

    All of our tutor Analysts are capable in multiple academic fields so that you don't have to manage multiple individuals to get help in Spanish and Calculus for example.  Furthermore, they are highly proficient English writers and speakers, and have completed a rigorous in-person application and interview process. 

  • Simply Smart
    In addition to having gained admissions to their respective prestigious universities, all tutor Analysts maintain (or had) a GPA of 3.0 (B average) or higher.  Finally, our tutor Analysts who teach the SAT and ACT standardized tests scored in the top 1 percent of their respective tests.
     
    More in "Team"

  • Final Exams Preparation Package
    Why stress out when you can leave it to the pros?  Our Study Lounge located near the Rice Village offers all of the services and amenities to get your children ready for finals.  Our brilliant, peer tutors facilitate step-by-step planning, organization, and material review.
  • Summer Courses - Get Ahead. Get Inspired.
    Our summer offerings for 2013 include test and application preparation (SAT, ACT, ISEE, HSPT, College Apps) and enrichment courses (Study Skills, Physics, Chinese, and more).  These one-week courses will begin June 15th and end August 9th.  Enrollment is limited.
     
  • Study Lounge - No Appointment Necessary Homework Help

    The Study Lounge is a cool place with brilliant tutors who actively engage students to help them tackle routine tasks more efficiently and effectively.  Open to walk-in students every day outside of Friday.  Pay just $79 per day or take advantage of significantly discounted monthly rates.

  • One-to-One, In-Home (or Office) Tutoring

    Our team of current Rice undergraduates, graduates, and recent Top Tier alumni provide subject tutoring in virtually all subjects and skill areas ranging from physics to Spanish to SAT prep.  We help improve grades and confidence in your own home or in our cool Study Lounge.

  • ISEE and HSPT Test Prep Classes
    Our Upper Level ISEE preparation classes will help ensure that middle school students will have the skills, strategies, and confidence they need to succeed on these private high school entrance exam tests.  We offer a range of classes and private tutoring options.
  • SAT and ACT Prep Small Classes
    Our SAT curriculum is a holistic and comprehensive solution designed to prepare your student for the SAT in seven weeks or less.  Our approach combines a top notch instructor, official preparation materials from the College Board, more class time, and unparalleled support.

Unparallaled Insight

Our research and analysis into the issues that affect you and your children separate us from would-be competitors.
 
The Book on Houston Schools
Our marquee publication, Houston Private and Select Public Schools, includes more than 200 pages of research, analysis, insight, & advice.  Click here for more information.
 
Houston Schools Survey
The only contemporary survey of its kind, our survey attempts to better understand some of the less quantifiable aspects of a school. 
 
The School Options Symposium
Scheduled for 9/21/13 at Rice University, the symposium will provide even more insight about identifying the right school for your child. 
 
Upper Level ISEE Book
We couldn't find a book that we thought adequately prepared students, so we're creating our own text that will include 10 practice tests.  Coming in fall of 2013.

At Home or in the Village

We are available to serve you in a one-to-one capacity in the comfort of your own home at any time that is convenient to you or you may visit us at our Study Lounge near the Rice Village.

 
Our Study Lounge is conveniently located just north of the Rice Village near the corner of Kirby and Bartlett.  We are located in a contemporary loft space in the quiet Southampton neighborhood.  Dedicated, complimentary parking is available in front of the building. 
 
No appointment or previous registration is required to access our Study Lounge during opening hours.  The Study Lounge is open Sunday through Thursday 4-9pm and Saturday 12 to 5pm.  It is closed on Friday.  It will have extended hours between Sunday 5/19 and Thursday 5/30.  During this time, the Study Lounge will be open Sunday - Thursday 1 to 9pm, Saturday 12 to 5pm, and closed on Fridays.
 
The address for this location is 2427 Bartlett St., Houston, TX 77098.