
How to Deal with Test Anxiety
TEST PREPIt’s normal to feel a little nervous when taking a test – in fact, some studies have suggested that a touch of nerves actually boosts performance. But for a large portion of American students, nervousness becomes outright fear. In fact,…

How are the SAT test sections laid out?
TEST PREPIf you’re looking for some basic information on the different SAT test sections, we’ve got you covered. Directly below is a table summarizing the sections and format of the SAT. Further down, you'll find more details about each section.
Section
Sub-Section
Total…

Understanding Your SAT Score Report
TEST PREPWhen someone asks what you got on the SAT, you probably know what your total score is. You probably know your score for each of the two sections. But what about all the other numbers on the SAT score report? Let’s go through an SAT score report…

The SAT – A Basic Introduction to the Test
TEST PREPThe SAT is one of two standardized college admissions tests used in the U.S. – the other being the ACT. It is intended to demonstrate college readiness based on key skills like reading comprehension and analysis, computational ability, clarity…

A Complete PSAT Guide: Everything You Need to Know
TEST PREPEvery October, schools offer the PSAT/ NMSQT to students nationwide. We get a lot of questions about this test, so to help, we’ve put together everything you need to know in this PSAT guide.
Who takes it?
The PSAT/NMSQT is typically offered…

4 Reasons to Take the ACT in September
TEST PREPWith the lazy days of summer drawing to a close, it’s time to look ahead to a new school year – new classes, a new college admissions season, and a new round of test dates. And what better way to mark the end of summer than to wake up early…

Why You Should Take the August SAT
SAT, TEST PREPThe August SAT offers a lot of benefits that other test dates don’t. If you’re considering taking the August SAT, be sure to stay mindful of the registration deadline. It can sneak up on you as summer break flies by.
Why take advantage…

Four Reasons to Take the Summer SAT or ACT
TEST PREPFor decades, the SAT and the ACT have only been offered during the school year. Starting in 2017, the College Board began offering an August SAT date. Now, starting in 2018, the ACT is offering a July testing date. These summer SAT or ACT test…

ACT Time Management: 7 Tips You Should Follow
ACT, TEST PREPThe ACT is both a marathon AND a sprint – it’s a long test (around 3 hours) that you have to move through very quickly. You have less than one minute per question on the ACT – and as little as 36 seconds per question on the English section…