Manhattan Prep

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Manhattan Prep is a test prep company, now part of Kaplan, known for its high-quality video-based instruction and study materials, particularly for the GMAT and other graduate admissions exams.

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Editorial scorecard

Practice bank

55/100

Support

85/100

If you’d like a full study plan plus direct access to an expert, take a live prep course or work with a private tutor. Source

Budget fit

45/100

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SCORED OCTOBER 16, 2026

§·THE VERDICT

What works

+Strong reputation for GMAT/GRE prep
+High-quality instructors and rigorous curriculum
+Offers both live and self-paced options

Trade-offs

−Expensive relative to alternatives
−Time-intensive coursework
−Less flexibility for casual learners

§·OUR REVIEW

Manhattan Prep offers GMAT, GRE and EA prep. The provider says all of its instructors score in the 99th percentile on the exams they teach. You can start with a free practice test. Its FAQ estimates $50-$350 for books and self-study materials. Live GMAT courses start at $1,799, the GMAT Boot Camp costs $2,899 and private tutoring starts at $3,499 for 10 hours bundled with the Live Online course.

The provider notes that many people find its practice tests harder than the real exam.

Best for

GMAT or GRE students who want live courses or private tutoring.

Not for

Students who want live instruction on a small budget; live GMAT courses start at $1,799.

§·PRICING TIERS

Tier	Price	Verified
GMAT Live Online	$1,799 one-time (from)	October 16, 2026
GMAT Boot Camp	$2,899 one-time	October 16, 2026
Private Tutoring - 10 Hours + Live Online Course	$3,499 one-time	October 16, 2026