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Your SAT and ACT Scores, and College Admissions
COLLEGE ADMISSIONSBack in October, we talked about the top three factors that college admissions officers look for: your grades, course rigor, and your SAT or ACT scores.
We've received a lot of questions about SAT and ACT scores this test season. To help…
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…
Are You Ready for the February ACT?
TEST PREPThe February ACT is a good test to take depending on the student's situation. Keep reading to find out who benefits from taking the February ACT and whether you’re ready for the test.
Who should take the February ACT?
Anyone can take the…
SAT and ACT Scores: What College Admissions Officers Look For
COLLEGE ADMISSIONSThis month, we’ve been talking about the top three factors that college admissions officers consider when making admissions decisions. So far, we’ve covered the first two: grades and course rigor. Today, we tackle the third most important…
What SAT and ACT Scores Do I Need?
COLLEGE ADMISSIONSAccording to surveys by the National Association of College Admission Counselors, admissions officers routinely cite SAT and ACT scores as one of the most important factors in admission decisions, so it’s no wonder that students stress about…
Top 10 SAT and ACT Prep Tips
TEST PREPSAT and ACT scores boost your chances for admission at your dream schools—so it's no wonder that many students find them particularly anxiety-inducing. Follow these SAT and ACT tips to boost your scores and lower your stress levels.
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Six Ways to Boost College Applications Over Summer
COLLEGE ADMISSIONSSummer break is just around the corner -- do you have plans yet?
Some students look forward to months of fun in the sun, and there's certainly nothing wrong with a little relaxation. But for students who want to improve their chances of getting…