Huntington Learning Center
Huntington Learning Center is a family-owned tutoring franchise, founded in 1977, that starts every student with an academic evaluation and then builds an individualized tutoring program in reading, writing, math, study skills or test prep.
What is Huntington Learning Center?
Huntington Learning Center is one of the oldest tutoring companies in the country. Eileen and Dr. Raymond Huntington opened the first center in Oradell, New Jersey, in 1977 and began franchising in 1985. It is still family-owned, with roughly 300 centers across about 40 states, plus online tutoring.
The core idea is evaluation first. Before any tutoring, your child takes an academic evaluation, and the center designs a program around the gaps it finds.
How it works
- Academic evaluation. Your child is tested to pinpoint strengths and weaknesses. There's a separate fee.
- Program plan. The center recommends a total number of hours and a weekly schedule. Huntington typically recommends at least two sessions a week during the school year and three or more in summer.
- Tutoring. Sessions happen in a center or online. Huntington says its tutors hold degrees from four-year colleges plus state or Huntington certification.
- Conferences. The center meets with parents to review progress and adjust the plan.
Huntington markets individualized teaching, but employee reviews describe tutors working with up to four students at once. Ask your center how sessions are staffed.
What it covers
| Area | Examples |
|---|---|
| Reading | Phonics, vocabulary, comprehension |
| Writing | Sentence and essay skills |
| Math | Elementary skills through high school courses |
| Study skills | Organization, test-taking, executive skills |
| Subject tutoring | High school math and science courses |
| Test prep | SAT, PSAT, ACT, AP, state tests and more |
Who it's best for
Huntington suits kids who are a grade level or more behind and need a full picture of what's missing, especially struggling readers. It's also a good fit for teens who want structured SAT or ACT prep.
If you want flexible, pay-per-session help, a marketplace like Wyzant or a managed service like Varsity Tutors may cost less. For dyslexia-specific reading intervention, compare Lindamood-Bell. Browse reading help and test prep.
Pricing at a glance
Huntington prices each program after the evaluation. As of October 2026, third-party guides estimate about $45–$80 or more per hour, plus the evaluation fee. Programs are sold as blocks of hours, so get the total, the hourly rate and the policy on unused hours in writing.
Can a scholarship or ESA pay for it?
Sometimes. Arizona ESA and Florida's FES-UA allow tutoring when the provider meets credential rules, and each program decides on every purchase. Read what ESA funds can buy, then save Huntington to your wishlist and apply once to the scholarships that fit your family.
How it compares
- Sylvan Learning is the closest match: another evaluation-based franchise covering reading, math and test prep.
- Kumon and Mathnasium cost less per month but focus only on math, or math and reading, with less teaching of school subjects.
- Princeton Review is a dedicated test prep alternative.
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Who Huntington Learning Center is for (and who it isn’t)
Best for
- Students who are well behind in reading or math and need a full diagnostic
- Struggling readers who need phonics and comprehension work
- High schoolers preparing for the SAT, ACT or AP exams
- Families who want regular conferences and a written plan
Look elsewhere if
- Families who want pay-as-you-go tutoring without a package
- Kids who only need occasional homework help
- Tight budgets
Huntington Learning Center pros and cons
Pros
- Evaluation-first approach produces a clear, written plan
- Covers reading, writing, math, study skills and test prep in one place
- Tutors hold four-year degrees and state or Huntington certification
- In-center and online options
- Long track record; family-owned since 1977
Cons
- Prices aren't published and programs can total thousands of dollars
- Separate evaluation fee before tutoring starts
- Despite one-on-one marketing, tutors may work with small groups
- Some parents report pressure to buy large hour packages
What’s included
- Academic evaluation before any tutoring starts
- Individualized program with a set number of recommended hours
- Reading, phonics, writing, math, study skills and subject tutoring
- SAT, ACT, PSAT, AP, state and entrance exam prep
- In-center and online tutoring
- Regular parent conferences on progress
Huntington Learning Center levels
Every new student takes an academic evaluation. The center uses it to identify skill gaps and recommends a total number of tutoring hours and a weekly schedule. There is a separate fee for the evaluation.
Official Huntington Learning Center placement test ↗How much does Huntington Learning Center cost?
Huntington does not publish national prices. Each center prices a program after the academic evaluation, based on the number of hours recommended. As of October 2026, third-party cost guides put tutoring at roughly $45–$80 or more per hour, and parent reports in reviews mention $65–$85 per hour. The initial academic evaluation is a separate fee, reported in third-party guides between about $100 and $250. Because programs are sold as blocks of hours, the total can reach several thousand dollars.
Free trial: None advertised nationally.
Prices from the provider, checked 2026-10-13. Always confirm on the official site.
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Parents often credit Huntington teachers with real gains, especially in reading. The recurring criticism is cost and sales pressure: reviewers describe being steered toward large packages of hours at $70–$85 an hour.
Common praise
- Teachers are described as patient and skilled
- Parents report clear improvement after a full program
- The evaluation gives a detailed picture of a child's gaps
Common complaints
- High hourly rates add up quickly
- Pressure to sign up for large packages of sessions
- Group sessions when parents expected one-on-one
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Huntington Learning Center FAQs
How much does Huntington Learning Center cost?
Huntington doesn't publish prices, and each center sets its own after the academic evaluation. As of October 2026, third-party cost guides put tutoring at about $45–$80 or more per hour, plus an evaluation fee often reported at $100–$250. Programs are usually sold as blocks of hours.
How much does Huntington cost per month?
It depends on how many hours a week the center recommends. At two one-hour sessions a week and $45–$80 an hour, a month of tutoring would run roughly $360–$640 before the evaluation fee. Get the exact quote and package size in writing.
Is Huntington Learning Center worth it?
It can be for a child with significant gaps who needs a full diagnostic and a structured program. It's harder to justify for occasional homework help. Ask about teacher-to-student ratios and refund terms for unused hours before you commit.
Does Huntington tutor one-on-one?
Huntington markets individualized instruction. Employee reviews describe tutors working with up to four students at a time, so ask your center how sessions are staffed.
What does the Huntington academic evaluation include?
The evaluation tests your child's skills to find strengths and gaps, and the center uses it to recommend a total number of hours and a weekly schedule. There is a separate fee for the evaluation.
Does Huntington offer SAT and ACT prep?
Yes. Huntington offers prep for the SAT, PSAT, ACT, AP exams, state tests and other exams, both in centers and online. Test prep is priced as its own program.
Can an ESA or scholarship pay for Huntington?
Possibly. Some ESA programs allow tutoring from providers that meet their credential rules, and each program decides. Save Huntington to your Edulist wishlist and check scholarships for your state.
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- huntingtonhelps.com · about us
- huntingtonhelps.com · why huntington
- huntingtonhelps.com · faqs
- huntingtonfranchise.com · how huntington learning center got started
- en.wikipedia.org · Huntington Learning Center
- tutors.com · huntington learning center cost
- brighterly.com · huntington learning center cost
- bestcompany.com · huntington learning center
- indeed.com · reviews
- azed.gov · ESA 2025 2026 Handbook.pdf
- go.stepupforstudents.org · Part Time Tutoring.pdf