Simi Klein
GMAT, SAT and admissions consultant for college and MBA applicants
| Hourly rate range | $70 to $130 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students |
| Sessions | Online |
| Credentials | MBA, Columbia Business School; Graduate of NYU |
| Experience | 16 years coaching |
| Practice | Global Scholars |
Simi Klein is a test prep tutor and admissions consultant who helps students with the GMAT, the SAT, and applications to college and MBA programs. Simi started at Prep Zone in Singapore, then worked at top New York firms before founding Global Scholars. Simi has taught 3,000+ students across six continents over 16+ years. Simi holds an MBA from Columbia Business School and a degree from NYU.
What Simi helps with
Simi works on test scores and on the full admissions application. The focus is on putting scattered pieces into one clear story.
- Reaching a 1400+ SAT score
- Reaching a 700+ GMAT score
- Building a sharp application narrative
- Choosing a strategic school list
- Writing essays that sound like the student
- Applying to highly selective colleges
- Applying to MBA programs
Who Simi works with
Simi works with students aiming for top results, such as a 1400+ SAT, a 700+ GMAT, or admission to highly selective colleges and MBA programs. Many arrive with strong grades and activities but no clear story yet. Students come from across six continents.
How Simi works
On the testing side, Simi teaches pattern recognition, test strategy and disciplined execution instead of brute-force practice. The idea is that students need the right work, structured the right way. On the admissions side, Simi builds coherence. That means a clear narrative, a strategic school list, and essays in the student's own voice.
Background and qualifications
Simi began at Prep Zone in Singapore, a start-up test prep company, and helped expand it into Shanghai. Back in New York, Simi joined Veritas Prep, Bespoke Education and Advantage Testing. Simi then founded Global Scholars. Simi graduated from NYU and earned an MBA from Columbia Business School, which gives current, first-hand knowledge of college and MBA admissions. Simi has worked with 3,000+ students over 16+ years.
Simi Klein pricing
Programs and services
- GMAT tutoring
- SAT tutoring
- College admissions consulting
- MBA admissions consulting
Simi Klein reviews
Simi Klein has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 39 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
The CoachVouch take
Simi combines test prep tutoring with admissions consulting and holds a Columbia MBA.
Best for students aiming for a 700+ GMAT, a 1400+ SAT, or a spot at a highly selective school.
Common questions
How much does Simi Klein charge?
Coaching with Simi runs $70 to $130 an hour. Request an intro for an exact quote.
What does Simi Klein help with?
Simi Klein helps with reaching a 1400+ SAT score, reaching a 700+ GMAT score, building a sharp application narrative and choosing a strategic school list.
Does Simi Klein coach online?
Sessions are online.
Does Simi Klein have reviews?
Simi Klein has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 39 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
Is Simi Klein certified?
Simi Klein lists: MBA, Columbia Business School; Graduate of NYU.
Does Simi Klein work with students outside the United States?
Yes. Simi has worked with students across six continents through Global Scholars.
Does Simi help with both testing and applications?
Yes. Simi tutors for the SAT and GMAT and also guides college and MBA applications, including narrative, school list and essays.
How do I contact Simi Klein?
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