Welcome to the April Edition of Our Newsletter!

Spring is in full swing, making it the ideal time to kick AP exam prep into high gear. This month, we’re sharing essential resources, a myth-busting AP webinar, and more to help students stay on track. Here’s what’s inside:

New Research on the Role of SAT/ACT in College Admissions

The role of standardized tests in college admissions has been a source of debate for decades. Now, new research from the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER), a nonpartisan organization, offers clear evidence of the value of standardized college admissions tests. According to the study authors, SAT and ACT scores are the number one predictor of success at an elite college, making these test scores extremely valuable in the college admissions process.

What does this mean for students?

  • High SAT or ACT scores show that you’re more likely to succeed in college.
  • Findings like these suggest that additional top schools will transition to test required policies.
  • Strong SAT or ACT scores serve to confirm a strong GPA—but weaker SAT or ACT scores can cast doubt on a strong GPA.

Free Webinar: AP Exam Prep Myths Debunked – What Really Works Last Minute

C2 Education will host a live webinar on Wednesday, April 16 at 8 PM ET / 5 PM PT. We’ll share proven strategies to help students maximize their study time so that they sit down on exam day ready to succeed. The presentation will be followed by a live Q&A, giving participants a chance to get their AP and college admissions questions answered.

Register here!

AP Exam Prep Resources

AP exams are less than one month away! By now, students should already be preparing for these exams. We’ve got some resources to help students get ready for the May exams:

The Enhanced ACT Premiered Last Week

The Enhanced ACT is a revamped version of the ACT we all know and love. It’s billed as shorter, slower-paced, and more flexible for students, and it just premiered in its digital format on April 5. The July 12 test date (or June 14 for those in New York) will be the last chance for students to reach their ACT score goals before the ACT transitions to its Enhanced version on paper as well as digitally.

The burning question for students: “Is the Enhanced ACT harder than the current ACT?” We’ve got the answer in our latest blog post here.

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