April 16, 2025

 

Congratulations to our incredible B2A Class of 2025! This year’s college acceptance results are in—and they’re nothing short of outstanding.

 

Acceptances to Ivy League and Ivy-equivalent school like: Princeton, MIT, Duke, Cornell, Brown, and more!

 

More than 60 students accepted to Top 25 U.S. News-ranked universities

 

220+ students accepted to Top 50 U.S. News-ranked universities

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We are so proud of our students—their dedication, resilience, and hard work have paid off, and we’re honored to have supported them through the process.

 

Hoping to be part of next year’s success story?

 

Class of 2026 – There’s still time to join our Gateway Program and receive expert guidance through the college admissions process! Our counselors will help you craft a compelling application and maximize your chances of admission and scholarships.

 

Let B2A be the Gateway to your dream college—contact us today to start in May!.

 

Congratulations again to the Class of 2025! We look forward to hearing even more great news as final admissions continue to roll in.

 

[View past admissions results here.]​

February 19th, 2025​
 

B2A is back with our most popular programs -- Summer 2025 Registration is officially open!

 

Want a stress-free start to the 2025-2026 school year? Then join our Summer Intensive programs! With B2A's expert Test Prep, College Admissions Counseling, Academic Tutoring, and more, you can expect to make the most our of the long Summer break!

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Register by April 5th to get a 20% Early Registration Discount!

 

This is the best deal on Summer programs, so don't wait, prep with B2A now!

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Inquire about Summer programs here.

January  31, 2025​
 

In addition to our College Admissions 101 seminar series, we're excited to announce the return of our popular Secrets to Ivy League Admissions webinar!

This year, we welcome B2A guest speakers:

🔹 Cheyenne Davis – Assistant Director of College Admissions Counseling (UPenn Alumna)
🔹 Emily T. Lamonte – Assistant Director of Academics & Counseling (Yale Alumna)

Both experts bring years of experience in guiding students to top-tier universities and will share valuable strategies for navigating the competitive Ivy League admissions landscape.
 

This is a FREE webinar! Space is limited, so make sure to RSVP now to secure your spot!
 

Secrets to Ivy League Admissions (English)
📅 Date: Thursday, March 13
🕒 Time: 7:00 PM CST
📍Location: Online

Click here to RSVP now.

January  24, 2025​
 

We are thrilled to announce that our highly anticipated College Admissions Seminars are back this semester!
 

With 16 years of proven success, Berkeley² Academy has helped countless students secure admission to the nation’s most selective universities and programs.

This semester, Director James Seo will share his expert insights on how to stand out in the competitive college admissions process.
 

This is a FREE seminar series! Space is limited, so make sure to RSVP now to secure your spot!
 

College Admissions 101 (English)
📅 Date: Saturday, March 1
🕒 Time: 3:00 PM CDT
Location: Northwest Austin

College Admissions 101 (Korean)
📅 Date: Saturday, March 8
🕒 Time: 3:00 PM CDT
📍Location: Northwest Austin

College Admissions 101 (English)​
📅 Date: Saturday, April 19
🕒 Time: 3:00 PM CDT
📍Location: Plano

Click here to RSVP now.

January 16, 2025​

Spring Break Registration is now open! Make the most of your Spring Break with our 6-day intensive courses, perfect for tackling test prep—including the new digital SAT format!

 

This year, we’re also offering a Reading & Writing Camp for middle schoolers, designed to help students read and analyze advanced passages, build critical thinking skills, and develop strong grammar skills to excel in school and beyond.
 

Take advantage of our 10% Early Registration Discount on all group classes by signing up before February 15th! Check our schedules for more details and secure your spot today. Let us help you turn Spring Break into a productive and rewarding experience!

January 2, 2025​

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Class of 2025 Early Acceptances are here! Congratulations to all of our amazing B2A students on their early acceptances! This list is just the beginning of even more exciting news to come.
 

Your passion and commitment to presenting the best version of yourself to colleges inspire us every day, and we are honored to have been part of your college admissions journey. Our counseling team is thrilled to see your hard work pay off with acceptances to top colleges and programs across the nation. You’ve given us plenty of reasons to celebrate, and we can’t wait to hear more good news as additional decisions roll in!

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As we celebrate the Class of 2025’s accomplishments, we’re also gearing up to support the Class of 2026 in achieving their dreams. B2A’s Gateway Program provides premier college admissions guidance, giving rising seniors the tools they need to gain acceptance into their top-choice schools.

Don’t miss out—our Gateway Priority Deadline is February 22nd! Secure your spot now and join next year’s acceptance celebration!​

November 20, 2024

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With the winter break coming up, the Spring Semester will be upon us in no time! Spring is an exciting time, but it's also often a stressful one with important deadlines to meet, important exams to ace, and important decisions to make!

 

We here at B2A know that with so much to juggle, quality support is even more valuable during the spring semester. That's why we've crafted our Spring programs to offer support to all students in any area of academics! Whether you're studying for that important SAT, trying to get your GPA up, or preparing for those college applications, we've got exactly what you need. 

 

Join B2A this Spring and we'll make sure that you meet all of your academic goals! 

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Sign up before Dec. 18th to take advantage of our 10% Early Registration Discount! 

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Click Here to see the Spring Schedule!

November 1, 2024

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The holiday season is here, and so is our way of giving back to the B2A community! Until Dec. 31, 2024, past and current clients can purchase one of our exclusive Client Appreciation Holiday Gift Vouchers in the amounts below and receive additional funds for free:
 

Buy $5000, get $750
Buy $1000, get $120
Buy $500, get $50

For the first time ever, these vouchers can also be used on our popular Bridge and Master Strategy programs!

 

This is the ideal opportunity for anyone considering enrolling their student in a B2A program in the new year. There’s no limit to the number of vouchers you can purchase, so take advantage of our best deal of the year!

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*This gift voucher can be used towards future B2A registrations on January 1st, 2025 or after on any program and is not redeemable for cash.

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*B2A will be closed on Jan. 1.
 

Click Here to See the Winter Schedule!

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October 16, 2024

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B2A is excited to announce that our Winter Break Intensive Programs are back! Whether you're gearing up for the SAT/ACT next semester or need support with upcoming college application deadlines, we're here to help you make the most of your break!

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Join us from Dec. 26th - Jan. 4th* and start your Spring semester stress-free!
 

Register by Nov. 16th to receive a 10% Early Registration Discount on all group classes!
 

*B2A will be closed on Jan. 1.
 

Click Here to See the Winter Schedule!

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October 8, 2024

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Congratulations to Berkeley² Academy's Class of 2025 National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists!

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The results for this year's National Merit Semifinalists are in, and we are thrilled to announce that 52 B2A students have earned this prestigious honor!

We are so proud of this year's semi-finalists, and we look forward to
continuing to offer unparalleled academic support to all of our hard
working students! 

July 5, 2024

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Summer is passing in the blink of an eye -- it's time to gear up for the upcoming Fall Semester!

Enroll in Berkeley² Academy's Fall 2024 Programs now to kick off the new school year successfully.
 

From SAT/ACT Test Prep to Middle School Enrichment Classes, Berkeley² Academy is your ideal partner to achieve your academic goals this year!
 

Register by July 31st to enjoy a 10% Early Registration Discount!
 

Click Here to See the Fall Schedule!

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May 1, 2024

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Thank you to everyone who came out to our first three in-person seminars-- the first ones since 2020! We had a great turn out and it was wonderful to meet everyone!

 

But we also know that there are a lot of people who may not be able to make it out in person. So, in response to the demand for a virtual event, we will be holding our popular "Secrets to Ivy League Admissions" presentation as a webinar!

 

If your dream school is Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Dartmouth, Columbia, or any of the universities in the Ivy Leagues, then join us Saturday, May 11th at 3pm CT!

In this webinar, James Seo, Co-Founder and Director of Berkeley² Academy, will be sharing strategies learned from 15 years of successful admission experience, and give you inside info how to snag a coveted spot in one of the extremely competitive schools and programs.

This is a FREE webinar, but space is limited, so be sure to RSVP now!

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April  23, 2024

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Congratulations to our B2A Class of 2024! This year we've had a record breaking number of 35 students admitted to Ivy League and Ivy League Equivalent Schools, over 60 students admitted to top 35 US News Ranked colleges, and over 100 admissions secured with scholarships or honors programs!

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We are so proud of our Gateway and college admissions services students, and we are honored to have supported them through their college admissions journey. With so much of their hard work paying off, there is definitely reason to celebrate! ​

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Interested in receiving top quality college admissions support and possibly joining next year's celebratory list? Then good news-- there's still time to join our Gateway Program! With the expert guidance of our counselors you too can craft a top quality application and improve your chances of admissions and scholarship opportunities! Reach out today and let B2A be the Gateway to your dream college!

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Congratulations once again to all of our hard working and talented students! We look forward to continuing to hear good news from you all as admissions continue to roll in.

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You can view previous year's admissions results here.

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February 24, 2024

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B2A'S Most popular courses are back, and summer is officially open for registration!

 

Wanting to make sure you don't need to sweat the next school year? Then join our Summer Intensive programs! With our help, we'll make sure you get the most out of your Summer Break. 

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Register by March 30th to get a 20% Early Registration Discount!

February 2, 2024

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We are excited to announce that after four long years our popular College Admissions Seminars will once again be held in person this semester!

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Each year, Berkeley² Academy assists numerous students in gaining admission into selective universities and programs. Armed with 15 years of successful admissions experience, Director James Seo will be providing expert admissions advice on how to snag a coveted spot in some of the country's most competitive colleges.

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The seminars will be held in English and Korean at our Northwest Austin location and our Plano location!

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This is a FREE seminar series! Space is limited, so be sure to RSVP here!

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College Admissions 101 (English)

Time: Sat., Feb. 24, 4pm CT

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College Admissions 101 (Korean- Austin)

Time: Sat., March 23, 4pm CT

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College Admissions 101 (Korean- Plano)

Time: Sat., April 20, 4pm CT

January 25, 2024

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Spring Break Registration is now open! These intensive courses are designed to help our busy students tackle test prep in just 6-days-- including the new digital format of the SAT! Be sure to take advantage of our Early Registration Discount and sign up early! With our help you can make the most of your Spring Break and ensure that the rest of the Spring semester will be looking like a vacation!

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Sign up before Feb. 17th to take advantage of our 10% Early Registration Discount on all group classes! 

January 13, 2024

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Class of 2024 Early Acceptances are in, and we just want to give a big congratulations to all of our B2A students!

 

All of you are so talented and hard working, and we are thrilled to be a part of your journey towards successful college admissions! Our expert college admissions counselors love to see that their support has helped ensure your hard work pay off. With so many students accepted into top colleges and programs across the country, there's definitely reason to celebrate!

 

We're looking forward to hearing even more good news as admissions continue to roll out!

 

In the meantime, we are looking towards preparing to help the Class of 2025 achieve the same success! B2A's Gateway Program is one of the best ways for incoming seniors to find top quality support as they pursue acceptance into the college of their dreams. The Gateway Program's Priority Deadline, Feb. 24th, is approaching fast, so be sure to sign up now and ensure you're on next year's celebratory acceptance list!

January 11, 2024

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With the last SAT of 2023 behind us that means it's time to face the future-- from 2024 onwards the SAT will be entirely digital!

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This brings with it a lot of changes, and we know that parents and students may be feeling anxious about the new test format. But we're here to tell you that B2A's got your back! All of our courses have been tailored to fit the updates the SAT has made, and we will be offering digital practice tests to all of our students signed up for group classes!

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Students signed up for individual services may also request a digital practice exam if they would like-- just reach out to your branch's front desk.

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With B2A's help, you can be sure that you will be able to face these changes with complete and total confidence as your student tackles the SAT this semester or beyond!

November 21, 2023

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The Spring semester is just around the corner, and that means for many important deadlines are approaching-- be it your end of year grades, college entrance exams, or preparing for college applications next Fall. Don't face those deadlines alone! Join B2A this Spring and we'll make sure that you meet all of your academic goals! 

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Sign up before Dec. 22nd to take advantage of our 10% Early Registration Discount! 

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Click Here to see the Spring Schedule!

October 20, 2023

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B2A's popular Winter Break Intensive Test Prep Classes are now open for registration! Whether you're preparing for the SAT/ACT next semester or wanting to get ahead in your AP classes, we've got just what you need. So join us this Dec. 26th - Jan. 6th*** and give yourself the gift of an easy Spring semester!

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Sign up before Dec. 2nd and receive a 10% Early Registration Discount on any of our group classes!

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*Choose Schedule A or B

Schedule A: Dec 26-30, Jan 2-3 & Jan 6

Schedule B: Dec. 27-30 & Jan 3-6

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*Jan 6 is a test day

 

*We will be closed Dec. 31st - Jan 2nd

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November 7, 2023

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The Holiday Season is in full swing, meaning it's that time of year when we roll out our Holiday Gift Vouchers to show our past and current clients just how much we appreciate them! Until the end of the year (Dec. 30th), clients can buy one of our Holiday Vouchers in the amounts below and receive an additional amount for free!

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Buy $5000, get $750

Buy $1000, get $120

Buy $500, get $50

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This year, we're offering an additional voucher to all Westlake parents in celebration for our Westlake location's 10 year anniversary! Any Westlake parent that purchases a voucher of $1000 or more will receive an additional $100 friend voucher that they may gift to any friend or family member new to B2A!

 

This is our best offer of the year, and it only lasts until Dec. 30th, so be sure you don't miss out! 

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*This gift voucher can be used towards future B2A registrations for any program (except Master Strategy and Bridge Program) offered on or after January 1st, 2024 and is not redeemable for cash.

October 5, 2023

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Congratulations to Berkeley² Academy's Class of 2024 National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists!

 

The National Merit Semifinalists list is now out, and we are proud to announce that 47 of our very own hardworking test prep students made it onto this distinguished list!  

We are honored to have worked with this year's semifinalists, and we are looking forward to helping even more students make the list next year!

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July 3rd, 2023

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Summer is flying by, and the time to start preparing for the Fall Semester has arrived! Register for Berkeley² Academy's Fall 2023 Programs and ensure that you start the new school year on the right foot!

 

From SAT/ACT Test Prep to Middle School Enrichment Classes, B2A's the perfect place to help ensure you meet all of this school year's academic goals! 

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Sign up before July 28th to take advantage of our 10% Early Registration Discount! 

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Click Here to See the Fall Schedule! 

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April 21 2023

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Congratulations to our B2A Class of 2023!

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We are so happy to have helped support so many students through their college admissions journey with our college admissions services and Gateway Program! And with a record-breaking number of students accepted into top schools and programs, there’s definitely reason to celebrate!

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So congratulations once again to all of our hard working and talented students! We are so proud of all of you! 

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Want to be a part of next year’s celebratory list? Then good news— there's still time to join our Gateway Program! With the expert support of our counselors you can craft a top quality application and improve your admissions chances and scholarship opportunities! So join today, and let us be the Gateway to the college of your dreams! 

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February 22, 2023

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Summer is on the horizon!

 

Wanting to make sure you don't need to sweat the next school year? Then join B2A's popular Summer programs! With our help, we'll make sure you get the most out of your Summer Break. 

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Register by March 30th to get a 20% Early Registration Discount!

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July 12th, 2022

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Berkeley² Academy is excited to announce that we have been named as  Austin Family Magazine's 2022 Readers' Poll Favorite Educational Camp! It is such an honor to be recognized. Thank you to everyone who voted!

 

We are so proud of our incredible, hard working staff, and so grateful to all of our wonderful students and parents! We couldn't do it without you all. Thank you for helping to make B2A one of the best educational programs in Texas!  

April 7th, 2022

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We are excited to share the news that B2A has recently been recognized as one of the best college admissions consulting and academic tutoring firms in Austin!

We have been rated as one of the Best 3 Tutoring Centers in Austin by Three Best Rated, and one of the Top 9 by Expertise! Both of these organizations meticulously evaluate hundreds of businesses within a given field in order to curate a list of a community's best resources.  We are honored and humbled to be recognized, and we are so proud of our wonderful and hardworking staff.

And of course, we couldn’t achieve this honor without you! Thank you to all of our wonderful students and parents for making us one of the best test prep and college admissions firm in Texas!

September 22nd, 2021

Join us in celebrating the opening of our new Westlake office!

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We appreciate all your patience while we move and remodel our Westlake Office to better serve you and your student.

 

With its more convenient location at

3736 Bee Caves Rd. Suite 10, Austin, Tx 78746 (Walking distance to Westlake HS and in the same plaza as Texas Honey Ham), we hope to help even more students and parents in their educational journey towards college!

 

As a token of our appreciation, we are offering you a special promotion!

 

Call (512-347-7575) or email (westlake@b2aprep.com) us at the Westlake office to make a purchase in one of the amounts below to receive a gift card*! This is a perfect opportunity to register for our popular programs and receive a gift card to use for future test prep, tutoring, or college admissions needs or to gift to friends!

 

Spend $3000, Get $500 Gift Card 

Spend $1000, Get $150 Gift Card

Spend $500, Get $50 Gift Card

 

We are currently registering for all Fall Programs including: 

 

• Weekend SAT/ ACT Classes

• 6-Week Cram Sessions for SAT/ACT

• Gateway Program (12th Gr.): College Application Guidance

• Steps Program (9th-11th Gr.): College Admissions Planning

• Hourly College Admissions Services 

• Tutoring for ALL Subjects 

 

*This promotion will expire on Thursday, September 30th. The gift card will be provided upon registering for any current or future programs and can be used for any future purchases at Berkeley²Academy on or after October 1, 2021. Gift cards are not redeemable for cash. This promotion is only available to students in the Westlake area who register with the Westlake Office. Limit of 1 gift card per registered student. 

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April 4th, 2020

 

1.) Live classes that allow for real-time interaction

For online tutoring, we are currently using Google Hangouts, Skype, and Zoom (your preference). ​

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We will move to a physical class at any time once the COVID-19 situation is deemed safe.

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2.) Small classes for increased accountability and individual attention

In smaller classes, students receive individual attention directly from teachers.

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3.) Support from a physical office that allows for material pick up

In order to encourage social distancing for everyone’s safety and health, we have set up No-contact Drop-off / Pick-up Station at each of our branches.

 

Though all transactions can be arranged online, if you prefer to drop off a check or cash for payment, or would like to pick up physical materials for curriculum or tests, please call or email us so we can prepare ahead to make your visit as efficient as possible. 

 

4.) Quality service you can only get at B2A

Expect the same quality as on-site classes you expect from B2A with top instructors, top curriculum, and top student care. 

May 21st, 2019

 

Read the article by clicking on this link.

March 14th, 2019

 

We were approached by a major media, KXAN, to share our insight on the recent admission scam.

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Read the article by clicking on this link.

October 2nd, 2015

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We are excited to share with you about our recent feature on the Community Impact Newspaper! What started as a small business with hopes to offer resources to the next generation of immigrant families is now a two-branch business with greater resources and services to provide for a wider audience! We are so thankful for this growth and we promise that we will continue to strive for excellence and commitment to maximizing each student's potential. Thank you once again for choosing Berkeley2 Academy! We could not have done this without your trust! 

August 11th, 2015

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Thank you, everyone, again for the generous donation of $202 for World Vision from our Grand Opening. We have matched this amount 100% to donate a total of $404 to World Vision's "Where Most Needed" category! We are also excited to share with you that we will be sponsoring 3 children, giving them better access to clean water and food, healthcare and protection, and education. World Vision will also work with these children to provide tools and training so they can become self-sufficient. We hope to continue to participate in charity work and help children around the world gain access to top education as our students do with us here in Austin!