How to Study Vocabulary for the PSAT, SAT®, and ACT® Tests
Yes, the vast majority of this blog post is about vocabulary on the PSAT, SAT®, and ACT® tests. But bear with me for a few introductory paragraphs while I explain why I think a strong vocabulary is so important in general. Here’s the thing about vocabulary: The words we know shape our perceptions of the
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Should I Take Both the ACT® and SAT® Tests?
The college planning process can be stressful, and some families struggle with deciding which test to take. When it comes to college admissions testing in the U.S., there are two options: the ACT® test and the SAT® test. In most cases, students will submit scores from one of the tests alongside their college application. But
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Differences Between the ACT® and SAT® Tests
For someone new to the college admissions process, comparing the ACT® and SAT® tests can be like comparing apples to oranges. At a glance the two seem very similar, but once you break down the tests further, you’ll notice a few important differences. Both of these tests are widely accepted for scholarship consideration and college
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13 Ways to Improve Reading Scores on the SAT®, ACT®, & PSAT Tests
As I coach students for the college admissions exams, they will often ask how to improve reading comprehension performance on the SAT®, PSAT, and ACT® tests. These questions come as no surprise. The “Reading” section is one of the more daunting segments of the test for many students. These sections contain passages that consist of
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When Should I Take the ACT® or SAT® Test?
Choosing the right time to take the ACT® or SAT® test can have a positive impact on your performance. You will need time to prepare beforehand, and you’ll want to settle on a date when you won’t be overwhelmed with extracurriculars, school work, or other factors. Deciding on the best test date for you will
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ACT® Announces New Fall Test Dates and Changes to Testing Options
The ACT® test made an announcement recently that may be confusing to test-takers. We wanted to take a moment to clarify this information. Online Testing and Section Retakes Postponed Until 2021 Last year, ACT, Inc. announced that it would offer online and section retake options starting in the fall of 2020. With the workload that
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How Does Online Test Prep Work?
For high school students, life is often a juggling act. Many students have strict schedules consisting of schoolwork, extracurriculars, part-time jobs, and social events. Adding test prep into the mix is not always an easy task. Time management is key. For this reason, many of our families over the years have asked for test prep
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How to Interpret Your ACT® Score Report
You’ve taken the ACT® test, but now you’re anxious to find out how you did. Once your score report arrives, it’s important to understand the numbers used to evaluate your performance. Your official ACT score report shows how you performed on each component of the test. You will see your overall score, in addition to
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In-Person vs. Online Test Prep
Students have busy lives, so finding the best test prep option is vital. One of the first choices you need to make is whether to prep in person or online. Your plate is already full, so adding to it will be a delicate balance. A recent survey indicates that students spend, on average, ten hours
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New Changes to the ACT® Test: Section Retakes, Superscoring, and More
On October 8, 2019, the ACT ® announced changes that will give students more test options and quicker results. “Students come first at ACT, and these groundbreaking new options will directly benefit them, providing more choices, an improved testing experience, and a better opportunity to showcase their readiness and reach their maximum potential,” said Suzana
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