A curated list of free, high-quality websites to help NYC students study smarter — covering math, science, history, test prep, and more.
Every NY Regents math exam ever written, organized by topic. Includes answer keys, worksheets, and teacher resources for Algebra I, II, and Geometry.
jmap.org All LevelsFree video lessons and practice problems for every math topic from basic arithmetic through AP Calculus and Statistics. Also syncs with SAT prep.
khanacademy.org ToolA powerful free graphing calculator used on NY Regents and SAT exams. Practice using it now so it's familiar come test day.
desmos.com ToolStep-by-step math solver for algebra, calculus, statistics, and more. Great for checking your work and understanding how answers are reached.
wolframalpha.com ToolAn advance calculator that allows you to decide what type of operation you would like to do with a function. Provides step by step answers.
mathway.comFree textbooks, simulations, and practice for Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Earth Science. Fully aligned to NY state standards.
ck12.org SimulationsInteractive science and math simulations from the University of Colorado. Perfect for visualizing concepts like circuits, forces, waves, and chemical reactions.
phet.colorado.edu VideoHigh-quality science videos covering AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Physics, and AP Environmental Science. Clear, concise, and exam-focused.
bozemanscience.comFree reading passages with guided questions for grades 3–12. Includes fiction, nonfiction, and poetry — great for building comprehension and analysis skills.
commonlit.org WritingThe gold standard for writing guides. Covers essay structure, MLA and APA citation, grammar rules, and research paper formatting.
purdue.edu/owl RegentsFree English Regents practice tests with detailed answer explanations. Good for building familiarity with the text analysis and argument essay formats.
varsitytutors.com HistoryDetailed outlines and essay guides for AP US History and AP World History. Helpful for DBQ and LEQ practice.
historysage.comOfficial College Board partner for SAT prep. Personalized practice linked to your PSAT results. Completely free and proven to raise scores.
khanacademy.org/SAT RegentsThe official source for all NY Regents exams. Download past exams and scoring guides directly from the NY State Education Department.
nysedregents.org SAT / ACTA large library of real SAT and ACT practice tests available for free. One of the best places to find official past exams to practice with.
cracksat.netFree access to databases, e-books, tutoring, and study spaces across all five boroughs. Your library card unlocks a huge amount of free digital resources.
nypl.org NYC DOEThe official NYC Department of Education site. Access grades, attendance, school resources, and information about programs and opportunities.
schools.nyc.gov Free InternetNYC's program providing free or low-cost broadband to qualifying households. Don't let a lack of internet access get in the way of studying.
igetit.nycOur tutors work with these tools in sessions to make sure students are using them effectively.
