Kelly Lawson is GREAT! Human Growth & Development isn't exactly the most exciting material but the way Ms. Lawson teaches it and interacted with the class made it more than tolerable. Heck, I'd say... See more
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Dr. Wolff has been a tremendous help to me. He showed me how to use the resources I had and went above and beyond with additional resources to get me though my US History 1 CLEP exam. He is thorough... See more
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I had the best online class experience with Laura Vianello, my instructor for Humanities. She focused on the materials with no extra personal stories that take up class time, explained everything in... See more
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Dr. Daniel Wolff was a very detailed instructor in my HGD class. He took the time to explained the course material in a way that was easily understood and was wrapped around activities of daily livin... See more
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Achieve offers a faster and more flexible way to pass college courses with less stress. With time-saving college prep services, we help you pass courses confidently. We offer Programs for Nursing, Programs for Dental, Business Majors, and many more! Let Achieve help you earn your degree, faster.
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very good i like when they help me out
very good i like when they help me out
30 August 2025
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Reply from Achieve
Thank you for your kind words!
We’re so pleased to know that our team was able to provide the support you needed. At Achieve, it’s our goal to ensure every student feels guided and encouraged throughout their journey.
We look forward to continuing to assist you as you work toward your goals.
Phenomenal instructor
My instructor truly deserves a five star rating. Kelly is a true instructor, a teacher. She will breakdown the material and make the work very interesting. She will keep your attention because she is knowledgeable of her material.
11 August 2025
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Reply from Achieve
Thank you so much for sharing your experience!
We’re thrilled to hear that Kelly made such a positive impact on your learning journey. Her ability to break down material and keep students engaged truly reflects her dedication and expertise as an instructor.
We’ll be sure to share your wonderful feedback with Kelly—she will be so pleased to know her efforts are appreciated. We’re excited to continue supporting you as you work toward your goals!
Makes studying very interesting
Easy to understand modules with a very good instructor that knows how to carry everyone along in class. Flashcards, during and after class activities are very helpful with the overall preparation. The comprehensive final test and timed pilot exam questions helped me to determine my level of preparedness for the overall and final exam.
Makes studying or going back to school very interesting.
4 August 2025
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Reply from Achieve
Thank you so much for sharing your detailed feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the easy-to-understand modules and found value in the flashcards, class activities, and exam preparation tools.
At Achieve, our goal is to make learning engaging and effective, and we’re glad to know your instructor made the experience both supportive and enjoyable. We’ll be sure to pass along your positive comments to the team.
We’re excited to continue supporting you on your educational journey—please reach out anytime you need assistance!
Kevin was an awesome person to work…
Kevin was an awesome person to work with and get the loan we needed very quickly done with lots of patients I would give him 10 stars if I could
7 August 2025
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Reply from Achieve
Thank you for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that Kevin was able to assist you so quickly and with such patience. Providing excellent service and support is always our priority, and we’re glad Kevin made the process smooth for you.
We’ll be sure to share your wonderful feedback with him—he will be so pleased to know his efforts are appreciated. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if we can assist you again in the future!
Expert instructor with good teaching skills at Achieve Test Prep
I had the best online class experience with Laura Vianello, my instructor for Humanities. She focused on the materials with no extra personal stories that take up class time, explained everything in context of the events in specific era, spoke clearly and repeated important topics. I didn’t mind being in her class for 3 hours because she made it interesting; feels like living in history of humanity. She is well versed and is beyond excellent in her craft. I will enroll again in whatever classmshe teaches! Thank you Achieve Test Prep for having expert instructors!
9 January 2025
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Reply from Achieve
Thank you for taking the time to share such thoughtful and detailed feedback. We’re thrilled to hear that your experience with Laura Vianello in the Humanities course was so impactful and engaging.
At Achieve, we’re proud to have expert instructors who are passionate about their subjects and dedicated to delivering meaningful and focused instruction. It’s wonderful to know that Laura’s teaching style brought the material to life and made the class truly enjoyable.
If you have any further questions or feedback as you continue your journey, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to support you every step of the way.
Thank you for sacrifice
I was able to comprehend your teachings which actually helped me with my exams. I passed using the details of your training.
Rasidat Fadehan
30 July 2025
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Reply from Achieve
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re so pleased to hear that the guidance you received made a meaningful difference and helped you succeed on your exams.
At Achieve, we’re committed to delivering clear, effective, and supportive teaching that empowers our students to reach their goals. It's wonderful to know that the training provided gave you the tools you needed to succeed.
If you have any further questions or thoughts to share, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to support you every step of the way.
I want to thank Kelly Lawson for her…
I want to thank Kelly Lawson for her great effort at teaching us Intro Sociology. Am an old student so it is not easy taking online class but Achieve seem to have found a way to make it possible for guys 50+.Thank you Achieve.
12 June 2025
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Reply from Achieve
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We’re so glad to hear that Kelly Lawson’s dedication and teaching made a positive impact during your Intro to Sociology course.
At Achieve, we believe that it’s never too late to pursue your educational goals, and we’re proud to offer a program that supports students of all ages and backgrounds. It’s inspiring to know that you’re finding success and confidence in your journey with us.
If you have any additional questions or feedback, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to support you every step of the way.
still recovering financially
I had an incredibly frustrating experience with Achieve Test Prep. I was led to believe I was signing up for tutoring or academic support—but what I actually got was a confusing enrollment process tied to an $11,000 loan with Climb Credit, all without clear explanation or transparency.
When I asked about the loan, I was constantly transferred between different reps and never got a straight answer. I wasn’t shown a full contract or loan terms up front, and I don’t even remember clicking anything to officially enroll—if I did, it was rushed and not explained properly.
One major red flag is that their classes are **not accredited**, and they seem to go out of their way to hide that information. You really have to dig to find out that what you're paying for may not count toward actual college credit. That is something that should be disclosed clearly, not buried.
I also never received any services or classes before trying to cancel, and despite reaching out immediately, I was denied a refund and forced to go through my bank to dispute the charge.
The entire process felt sketchy and misleading—**except for one rep, James, who was actually kind and helpful.** Unfortunately, the system he works in isn’t built to support people honestly.
I would strongly caution anyone considering Achieve Test Prep to **do deep research first** and ask very direct questions about costs, accreditation, and refunds.
1 July 2025
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Reply from Achieve
Isabella,
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. While we understand your frustration, we must respectfully correct several inaccuracies in your account.
At the time of your enrollment, all financial terms, including the Climb Credit loan, were clearly discussed. You completed the loan application process independently, electronically signed Climb’s Master Promissory Note, and were presented with the loan terms and cancellation period directly via your email. This process is handled solely through Climb's secure platform—Achieve does not have access to alter or hide any terms. You had a four-day cancellation window to decline the loan, and at no point during that period did you raise concerns or request clarification.
Additionally, you canceled your onboarding appointment and were unable to reschedule, which prevented you from receiving the full orientation and services. At no point during your initial communication with our team regarding withdrawal did you express concern over loan terms or accreditation. Instead, you cited a personal hardship as the reason for discontinuing.
It’s important to clarify that Achieve Test Prep provides academic support and test preparation services—we do not grant college credit or claim to be an accredited college. This is made clear during enrollment and is also disclosed on our website and promotional materials.
Despite the circumstances, our team acted in good faith:
We proactively worked with Climb to cancel your loan, sparing you any impact to your credit.
We offered a fair and flexible internal payment plan, even though services had been scheduled.
We upheld the contractual terms that were reviewed and accepted upon enrollment.
We value transparency, and we take both compliance and customer service seriously. If you choose to pursue a chargeback on a valid agreement, we will be required to move your account into collections and pursue the full balance of the program, as outlined in the contract.
We appreciate your kind words about James—he is indeed a valued member of our team. However, your experience, while unfortunate, is not reflective of deception but of a breakdown in follow-through and communication after enrollment was confirmed.
If you would like to resolve this matter directly, we remain open to working with you.
—Achieve Test Prep
Anne Wade is extremely talented at…
Anne Wade is extremely talented at explaining things and relating it with a real experience so you can not only understand it, but remember it too. Thank you! It was a pleasure being in your class.
2 February 2025
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Reply from Achieve
Thank you for taking the time to leave your comments.
Our instructors play a vital role in preparing you to pass each exam. We are excited to share your positive feedback with Anne Wade. We look forward to supporting you throughout your educational journey.
Your feedback is valuable to us as we work to improve our products and services to you. We're working hard to improve our services, we sincerely want to support our customers as they work to achieve their education and career goals, as your success is our success.
Kindly reach out to us for any assistance regarding the program. We are happy to serve you!
Mrs Thompson Nursing Entrance Prep
Mrs Thompson was a good teacher. Love the way she teaches explains things so nice and it's very easy to understand her. Communications with the students every helpful. Gives ideas and solutions to your problem.
14 May 2025
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Reply from Achieve
Thank you Ashmita for taking the time to leave your comments. We value our customers and instructors!
At Achieve, you will study with excellent instructors who will prepare you to pass your exams. We are excited to share your positive feedback with our Instructor Thompson. We look forward to supporting you throughout your educational journey.
Kindly reach out to us for any assistance regarding the program. We are happy to serve you!
My instructor for Human Growth and…
My instructor for Human Growth and Development was Kelly Lawson. She was very kind and patient. She was welcoming and willing to help if needed. The only concern i had with the course was that answers seemed to vary on the different tests. This was confusing and I didn't feel confident in the material.
20 June 2025
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Reply from Achieve
Thank you for taking the time to leave your comments.
Our instructors play a vital role in preparing you to pass each exam. We are excited to share your positive feedback with Kelly Lawson. We look forward to supporting you throughout your educational journey.
Kindly reach out to us for any assistance regarding the program. We are happy to serve you!
Instructor Rida Zainab is wonderful…
Instructor Rida Zainab is wonderful teacher ,I had introduction into psychology with her and she lectured as I will never forget psychology because she taught us with life lessons.Be sure That you will enjoy Psychology.
15 May 2025
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Reply from Achieve
Thank you Samira for taking the time to leave your comments. We value our customers and instructors!
At Achieve, you will study with excellent instructors who will prepare you to pass your exams. We are excited to share your positive feedback with our Instructor Rida Zainab. We look forward to supporting you throughout your educational journey.
Kindly reach out to us for any assistance regarding the program. We are happy to serve you!
I thank you very much Ms. Kelly Lawson for the amazing lectures and discussions in the sociology class. I learned a lots and benefited from the course and I am able to pass my exam. Again thank you.
I thank you very much Ms. Kelly Lawson for amazing lectures and discussions in sociology class. I learned a lots and benefited from the course and I am able to pass my exam. Again thank you for facilitating such a positive learning environment.
18 May 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from Achieve
Thank you for taking the time to leave your comments.
Our instructors play a vital role in preparing you to pass each exam. We are excited to share your positive feedback with Kelly Lawson. We look forward to supporting you throughout your educational journey.
Kindly reach out to us for any assistance regarding the program. We are happy to serve you!
Dr. Wolff Developmental psychology
Dr. Wolff was a fantastic educator on this course. I have taken two of his courses and he is very easy to follow along with and learn from. The team provided a lot of good resources to keep me engaged. I look forward to taking more of Dr. Wolff's classes in the future with achieve.
6 March 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from Achieve
Thank you Jamie, we appreciate you taking the time to provide us with feedback.
At Achieve, we highly value all our customers and continuously strive to offer exceptional customer service.
We are delighted to hear that Dr. Wolff is contributing to your successful educational journey. Your positive feedback will be much appreciated by him.
Please feel free to reach out to us if you need any assistance with the program. We are here to serve you!
Developmental psychology
The personnel was great and called me on time. Any questions I had they were answered. I especially like the tutoring and mentoring prior to the test which prepared me for the final. Danielle was great and the course had a lot of interactive assignments and knowledgeable instructor.
18 April 2025
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Reply from Achieve
Thank You. We appreciate you taking the time to provide us with your feedback. At Achieve, we value all our customers and continuously strive to offer exceptional service.
We are delighted to hear that our team is helping make your educational journey a success. Your positive feedback means a lot to us.
Please don't hesitate to reach out if you need any assistance with the program. We're here to support you!
Anne Wade Intro to Psych
Anne Wade Intro to Psych: Great course! She was engaging with a lot of explanations making it easier to understand and remember.
11 April 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from Achieve
Thank you Sandra for taking the time to leave your comments. We value our customers and instructors!
At Achieve, you will study with excellent instructors who will prepare you to pass your exams. We are excited to share your positive feedback with our Instructor Anne Wade. We look forward to supporting you throughout your educational journey.
Kindly reach out to us for any assistance regarding the program. We are happy to serve you!
Dr. Wolff is a fantastic instructor!
The sessions are easy to access and Dr. Wolff creates an engaging experience! He uses real life examples and often opens up conversations with learners to keep everyone interested and learning.
10 March 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from Achieve
Thank you Mary, we appreciate you taking the time to provide us with feedback.
At Achieve, we highly value all our customers and continuously strive to offer exceptional customer service.
We are delighted to hear that Dr. Wolff is contributing to your successful educational journey. Your positive feedback will be much appreciated by him.
Please feel free to reach out to us if you need any assistance with the program. We are here to serve you!
Quickly connecting with the knowledge…
Quickly connecting with the knowledge skills to learn new subjects to take CLEP exams thanks to the excellent support and instruction!
3 March 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from Achieve
Thank you Nicole for taking the time to leave your comments. Your feedback is valuable to us as we work to improve our products and services to you.
Our instructors play a vital role in preparing you to pass each exam. We look forward to supporting you throughout your educational journey.
Kindly reach out to us for any assistance regarding the program. We are happy to serve you!
It is horrible
It is horrible! I feel they misled me, lied to me, and scammed me. They have it all on their audio recording from the phone calls. I had to fight to get even a portion of my money back! I went through several phone calls and out of fully paid tuition they wanted to give me a $695 refund. This was after I paid thousands of dollars and only got 3 classes out of the classes I was promised. I had to appeal that and finally got a little bit more of a refund, but not what it should have been! Except I haven't got the money back. I keep getting the run around from Achieve and Climb Credit, Which is where my loan was through. Mind you, my loan is paid in full. But Achieve said they had to send my money to the loan holder, because that is the contract they have between the two institutions, and that is their process. Then the loan holder would refund my money to me. I have spoken with several people from both institutions, and no one can seem to tell me where the refund is. This is months later. Stay away from them. Don't take a loan from climb if you can avoid it. I think it's ridiculous! With the cost of college, students getting scammed is crazy! It's already expensive enough to go to school these days!
27 February 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from Achieve
Thank you, Rachael, for sharing your feedback. We appreciate you taking the time to voice your concerns.
We take your feedback seriously and are committed to ensuring all students feel supported throughout their journey.
As you know, we have received confirmation from both Climb Credit, your bank, and our own records that your refund was issued well over a month ago, and you have confirmed receiving it. While we understand that delays like this can be frustrating, this situation was beyond our control.
We are also aware that repetitive negative reviews, particularly those that contain false information, can unfairly impact our reputation. We remain dedicated to providing quality service and addressing concerns promptly.
If you have any further questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to call us at 888-600-3640. We’re here to help and are committed to ensuring your experience moving forward is a positive one.
Great instructor
Great instructor! Very easy to follow and open to asking any questions you may have.
25 February 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from Achieve
We appreciate you taking the time to provide us with feedback.
Our instructors play a vital role in preparing you to pass each exam. We look forward to supporting you throughout your educational journey.
Kindly reach out to us for any assistance regarding the program. We are happy to serve you!
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