Press Releases

  • IMMEDIATE RELEASE: AAA Expands Services with Integration of Ivy League Tutoring, Providence, RI

    January 1, 2026 — Academic Admissions Advisors (AAA), a Rhode Island–based college admissions planning and consulting firm, announced today that Ivy League Tutoring, a long- established provider of academic tutoring and standardized test preparation, has aligned with AAA. The alignment expands AAA’s academic support offerings while ensuring continuity of service for Ivy League Tutoring’s existing clients.

    As part of the transition, Susan Santucci, founder and principal of Ivy League Tutoring, will continue to serve as a consultant to AAA. Ivy League Tutoring’s instructors will remain in place and continue working directly with students under the AAA name, maintaining the same instructional standards, personalized approach, and one-on-one format families have relied on for more than two decades.

    The alignment is designed to provide families with greater value through an expanded, more coordinated set of services, while preserving the individualized attention and trusted educator relationships that have long defined both organizations.

    The transition reflects a shared commitment to academic excellence, individualized instruction, and student success. Existing Ivy League Tutoring clients will continue working with their current instructors, while new and existing AAA clients will benefit from an expanded range of coordinated academic and college planning services.

    “Continuity for students and families was our top priority,” said Eric Simonelli, Co-Founder of AAA.

    “This alignment allows us to build upon the strong foundation Ivy League Tutoring has established, while offering clients expanded access to college planning, writing support, and long-term admissions strategy — without disruption to the services they know and trust.”

    “Ivy League Tutoring has always been about individualized instruction and meaningful relationships with students,” said Susan Santucci, founder of Ivy League Tutoring. “AAA shares those values, and this transition ensures that families will continue to receive the same level of care, while allowing me to remain professionally involved and contribute to the organization moving forward.”

    Under the aligned organization, students will continue to receive individualized academic tutoring and test preparation while gaining access to AAA’s comprehensive college admissions consulting services, including application strategy, writing coaching, and financial aid guidance. Together, the firms provide a unified pathway supporting students from middle school through college enrollment.

    About Academic Admissions Advisors (AAA)

    Academic Admissions Advisors (AAA) provides personalized college planning and admissions consulting for students across Rhode Island, New England, and the United States. Drawing on extensive experience in secondary and higher education, AAA supports students through every stage of the college admissions process.

    Co-Founder Eric Simonelli brings more than 25 years of experience in education and college admissions.

    A member of the Higher Education Consultants Association (HECA), he previously served as an Admissions Advisor at the University of Rhode Island and later as Director of College Counseling at La Salle Academy. His background also includes expertise in athletic recruitment and collegiate athletics advising.

    Gabriella Caprio, Co-Founder and Head Writing Coach, works closely with students and families on application development, admissions strategy, and financial aid planning. In addition to her work at Academic Admissions Advisors, she serves as a lead World Languages teacher in Providence, Rhode Island, bringing over two decades of experience in secondary and higher education. Her students have gained admission to highly selective colleges and universities, including Brown University, Johns Hopkins University, Northwestern University, Tufts University, and Villanova.

    About Ivy League Tutoring

    Founded in Rhode Island, Ivy League Tutoring provides in-person tutoring services in Rhode Island and Florida, as well as online instruction nationwide. The company specializes in one-on-one SAT and ACT preparation and academic tutoring for students in grades six through college.

    Founder Susan Santucci is a nationally recognized SAT/ACT expert and author with over 30 years of experience guiding students through standardized testing and the college admissions process. She holds a Master’s degree from Harvard University, and Ivy League Tutoring has helped thousands of students gain admission to top-tier colleges, including Princeton, Stanford, Yale, and Boston College. Susan specializes in assisting students to strengthen their academic skills, build confidence, and achieve top scores that lead to admission at highly selective universities.

  • FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: AAA Ivy League Tutoring Expands Services to Include Academic Tutoring for Elementary Students

    New offering supports foundational learning and long-term academic success

    AAA Ivy Tutoring is proud to announce the expansion of its services to include academic tutoring for elementary school students in grades K-5, further strengthening its mission to support students at every stage of their educational journey.

    Known for its work with middle school, high school, and college-bound students, AAA Ivy Tutoring is now bringing its proven, individualized approach to younger learners. The new elementary in-person tutoring program focuses on building strong academic foundations in core subjects such as reading, writing, mathematics, and executive functioning skills, while fostering confidence, curiosity, and a love of learning.

    “Academic success begins long before high school,” said Eric Simonelli, Co-Founder of AAA Ivy League Tutoring. “By working with students earlier, we can reinforce essential skills, address learning gaps before they widen, and help students develop the habits that lead to long-term success.”

    The elementary tutoring program offers:

    • One-on-one, personalized instruction

    • Support aligned with school curricula and grade-level standards

    • Skill-building in literacy, math, study habits, and organization

    • Flexible in-person options in Rhode Island

    This expansion reflects AAA Ivy Tutoring’s commitment to a holistic, long-term approach to education—supporting students not just at critical milestones, but throughout their academic development. Elementary tutoring services are now available for families seeking early academic support and enrichment.

    For more information or to inquire about services, please email eric@academicadmissionsadvisors.com