Congratulations to our THIRTEEN Class of 2026 National Merit Semifinalists!

Congratulations to our THIRTEEN Class of 2026 National Merit Semifinalists!

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Woodlands Test Prep congratulates all students who have achieved Semifinalist status in the 2026 National Merit Scholarship Program.  All of these students have worked hard to reach the top levels of the scholarship program.  The Company especially congratulates the THIRTEEN students with whom it has worked with as they prepared for this scholarship competition including Caden Albright, Ethan Brown, Morgan Cude, Miles Gall, Benjamin Heeter, Daniel Hoffmaster, Caden Kimmel, Siddarth Mannepalli, Hailey Mayo, Amos McDonald, Rayhan Papar, Sanjan Sarang, and Arushi Vatts.  FOUR of these students achieved PERFECT PSAT scores!  Semifinalists will go on to compete for Finalist standing, and from there, become National Merit Scholars.  Woodlands Test Prep wishes these students all the best as they continue on in the competition.

The National Merit Scholarship Program honors individual students who show exceptional academic ability and potential for success in rigorous college studies.

Woodlands Test Prep hosts a “Goal 1600” class each summer to help National Merit hopeful students to prepare for their junior year PSAT.

Woodlands Test Prep, a Texas-based company, was founded in 2011 to help students and their families reach their full potential on college admissions tests.  The Company has helped over 56 students over the last nine years achieve Semifinalist status.  The Company believes that taking these tests is a skill that can be learned and honed.  Woodlands Test Prep provides tutoring for academic subjects (all levels of math, science, and language arts) as well as the PSAT, SAT, and ACT in both a one-on-one setting and in a small class setting.  The Company’s philosophy can be summed up as “We teach. You Relax.”

Great News for Families: 529 Plans Now Cover Tutoring and Test Prep!

Great News for Families: 529 Plans Now Cover Tutoring and Test Prep!

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We’re excited to share an important update that can make a real difference for families planning their educational journeys. With the newly signed “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” 529 college savings plans now offer expanded benefits—including coverage for tutoring and test preparation services!

What’s Changed?

As of July 4, 2025, families can use their 529 plan funds tax-free for a wider range of K-12 educational expenses, such as:

  • Tutoring services (not just tuition)
  • Standardized test fees (SAT, ACT, AP exams)
  • Test prep classes and materials
  • Curriculum materials, books, and online educational resources
  • Educational therapies for students with disabilities

And there’s more good news: you can withdraw up to $20,000 per year for these expanded K-12 expenses!

When Can You Start?

These new benefits are available for distributions made after July 4, 2025, so you can use your 529 funds for tutoring and test prep starting with the 2025–2026 school year.

Expense TypeCovered Under New Law?Effective Date
K-12 TuitionYesAlready allowed
Tutoring (K-12)YesJuly 4, 2025 onward
Test Prep (SAT, ACT)YesJuly 4, 2025 onward
Homeschool MaterialsYesJuly 4, 2025 onward
Educational TherapiesYesJuly 4, 2025 onward

Please check with your accountant for advice on how these changes affect you personally. Also, check your state’s 529 plan administrator, as some states may need to update their rules to match the new federal law.

Helpful Tips

  • Check State Rules: While the federal law is now in effect, some states may take a little time to update their own regulations.
  • Save Your Receipts: Keep documentation for all tutoring and test prep expenses paid with 529 funds in case you need them for tax or state purposes.

We’re Here to Help!

If you have questions about how these changes can benefit your family, or if you’re ready to use your 529 funds for test prep, reach out to Woodlands Test Prep. We’re committed to helping students achieve their educational goals—and now, your 529 plan can help too!

Let’s make the most of these new opportunities together!