Why Cognos Tutoring

A Smarter, More Personalized Approach to Tutoring

We don't assign random tutors or follow one-size-fits-all plans. Every student is intentionally matched with the right tutor and program based on how they learn, what they need, and what they're working toward.

Personalized Matching

Every student is matched with the tutor and program that fits their goals, strengths, and learning style, not just availability.

Proven High-Achieving Tutors

Our tutors score in the 99th percentile on the SAT/ACT and earn 4s and 5s on AP exams. Each one is rigorously interviewed to confirm they have the patience and teaching ability to match their academics.

Clear Progress & Communication

Structured sessions, progress tracking, and consistent updates & Check-Ins ensure students and parents always know how things are improving.

Meet The Team

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Aryan Birajdar

Aryan Birajdar is a co-founder of Cognos Tutoring and an incoming Electrical Engineering student at Purdue University. With a 1550 SAT score, first-place recognition at DECA States, and years of leadership experience as an Eagle Scout and student leader, Aryan understands the dedication and strategies required to succeed both inside and outside the classroom.

Beyond academics, Aryan has conducted research alongside a University of Connecticut professor and has experience working directly with students as an instructor at Mathnasium. Through both mentorship and teaching, he has developed a passion for making challenging concepts approachable and helping students build lasting confidence. At Cognos Tutoring, Aryan is committed to helping students strengthen their skills, develop effective study habits, and achieve meaningful academic growth.

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Diego Aguilar

Diego Aguilar is a co-founder of Cognos Tutoring and an incoming Mechanical Engineering student at Northeastern University, Boston. With two years of professionally mentored engineering research, Diego's work has earned top honors at the Connecticut Science and Engineering Fair, along with recognition from the Connecticut Home Builders Association for his work in Mechanical, Civil, and Architectural engineering. Furthermore, he is a silver medalist at the Yale Science Olympiad competition, showing skills in collaborative and academic environments. His background and experiences allow him to help students master complex coursework, along with competitive research and presentation projects.

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Arnav Kamineni

Arnav Kamineni is a co-founder of Cognos Tutoring and an incoming EECS student at the University of California, Berkeley. With a 1570 SAT score, including a perfect 800 in Math, more than five years of experience teaching students across all K–12 grade levels at the North South Foundation, and a strong background in competitive STEM and research, he understands both what it takes to excel academically and how to help students reach that level themselves.

Drawing from experiences including serving as President of his school's Math Team and conducting computational biology research at UConn, Arnav focuses on helping students think more independently, build lasting confidence, and develop the skills needed for long-term academic success.

How Our System Works

  • Targeted Academic Support

    We focus on exactly what each student needs, whether that's improving grades, mastering concepts, or preparing for exams.

  • Test preparation

    Learn proven strategies used by top scorers to improve performance efficiently, not just more practice

  • Consistent Progress Tracking

    Every session builds on the last with tailored plans and clear next steps.

  • Flexible session format

    Virtual & In-Person Private sessions or small group programs tailored to different learning styles and goals.

  • Goal-based planning

    Each student follows a plan aligned with their academic and testing goals.

  • Parent Updates & Transparency

    Parents may receive clear updates and insight into progress through structured reporting.

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