Throughout the years, I’ve noticed that many of the families I’ve worked with have focused exclusively on getting into college throughout high school. There’s a sense that you ought to know where you’re going and what it will cost before figuring out the financial side of the equation.Unfortunately, though, delaying thinking about paying for college […]
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Should I Go Test Optional?
Should I go Test Optional?
A break down of what is happening with the role of testing in admissions so far
What Is A Good ACT Score?
Whether you’re in ACT-prep mode or you just got your ACT score back, you’re probably wondering, what is a good ACT score?
The highest ACT score is 36.
But a “good ACT score”… that’s much more relative and flexible.
What to Expect On the PSAT
We’ll unpack the following to help you prepare for the PSAT: What to expect on the PSAT? When is it? How is it formatted? What does it cover? How do you prepare for it? Additional expert PSAT tips and the latest PSAT info (especially the upcoming switch to a digital test format).
Is the PSAT Important?
Is the PSAT important? Yes! A high score on the PSAT can earn you scholarships through the National Merit Scholarship Program and help you prepare for a great score on the SAT. Read on for questions answered: when do you take the PSAT? What’s on the PSAT? What’s the National Merit Scholars Program? Recommendations for juniors, and more.
17 Helpful PSAT Tips
The PSAT is only offered once a year and RIGHT NOW is the best time to start preparing for it. Use our PSAT tips and strategies to get the highest score possible and understand why the PSAT matters (especially to earn scholarships for college).
Do I Have To Take The ACT?
High school contains endless clamoring for your effort and attention: midterms, musicals, model UN, friends, football, finals, projects, papers, part-time jobs, championships, chores, community service… and, oh yeah, eating and sleeping sometimes. Much as a mountain climber ditches anything non-essential in order to summit the peak with a lighter load, you might be asking yourself: must […]
The New Digital SAT: Everything You Need to Know
Everyone hold onto your hats! College Board is switching things up again with the SAT. Big time. So we’re here to unravel the updates for you and continue to make sure you’ve got all the info you need to rock your testing day, regardless of any known or unforseen changes.Beginning spring of 2024 (and spring […]
3 Surprising Reasons Rising Juniors Should Prepare Over The Summer
When it comes to ACT & SAT testing, the biggest mistake rising juniors make is waiting too long to come up with a college admissions testing plan. Here are 3 reasons rising juniors should prepare over the summer for the SAT/ACT.
ACT and SAT Test Dates (2023-2024)
Every school year, there are 7 national ACT test dates and 7 national SAT test dates that students throughout the United States can sign up for and take. It’s important to note that the ACT and SAT test dates listed below are open registration exams which means that anyone can sign up to take them. While […]