At Get Smarter Prep, we live for moments like this: when a student’s hard work, paired with targeted, personalized tutoring, turns big dreams into reality. We’re thrilled to share the inspiring story of Castiliya Asir, who not only crushed her ACT goals but also earned acceptance to one of the world’s most prestigious universities—MIT!

Castiliya began her journey with us at the start of her junior year, scoring a 29 on her pretest. In just a few months of one-on-one tutoring with our expert tutor Caleb, she made incredible strides. On her first official ACT, she earned a 33. Her second attempt? A 34—resulting in an impressive superscore of 35! This kind of rapid, meaningful progress is a testament to Castiliya’s dedication and the power of customized prep that focuses on each student’s unique strengths and areas for growth.

Her mom, Komal Hatti, shared this heartfelt reflection:

“Our daughter Castiliya started with a 29 on her pretest. After just a few months of personalized tutoring with Caleb as she began her junior year, she scored a 33 on her first ACT—and a 34 on her second, earning a superscore of 35! We fully expected to need more testing and tutoring, but she nailed her goal in just two tries. Caleb’s ability to connect and work with students is simply amazing!”

And from Castiliya herself, upon receiving her MIT acceptance:

“Thank you so much! Getting accepted feels like the perfect culmination of this chapter in my life—all the hard work and dedication truly paid off. I was more relieved and grateful than shocked, knowing the effort I put into preparing for the ACT and my essays. Get Smarter Prep is a part of my journey and that will always be true.”

Stories like Castiliya’s remind us why we do what we do. A top ACT score opens doors to elite schools and significant scholarships, but it’s the confidence and skills built along the way that truly prepare students for success. Congratulations, Castiliya—we can’t wait to see the amazing impact you’ll make at MIT!

If your student is aiming for their dream score (and dream school) in 2026, we’re here to help. Our ACT FLEX Course, private tutoring, and college essay guidance are designed for results just like this. Contact us today to schedule a free practice test or learn more about our programs or give us a call!