Kaplan vs Princeton Review for the DAT
The two big live-class options. Kaplan’s Live Online course is reported from about $1,699, with 15 sessions of 2.5 hours, 7 practice tests and a 900+ page book. Princeton Review’s DAT 430+ course is reported at about $1,999, with around 60 live hours, printed books, 4 full-length tests and a score guarantee with strict conditions.
Kaplan’s course contents from its own pages; prices and Princeton Review details as reported. Checked October 12, 2026. Not hands-on tested.
| Kaplan Live Online | Princeton Review DAT 430+ | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | About $1,699 (reported) | About $1,999 (reported) |
| Live teaching | 15 sessions of 2.5 hours (about 37 hours) | About 60 hours (reported) |
| Full-length tests | 7 | 4 (reported) |
| Books | 900+ page DAT book | Textbook, workbook and compendium (reported) |
| Guarantee | Higher Score Guarantee | Score guarantee, strict conditions |
Choose Kaplan if
- You want live classes for less, with more full-length practice tests.
Choose Princeton Review if
- You want the most live hours and printed course books.
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