Preparing for a major standardized test, whether it’s the SAT, ACT, or ISEE, isn’t just about studying equations, reading passages, or memorizing vocabulary. It is also important to train your mind and body to perform under pressure. Many students underestimate the physical and emotional stamina that testing demands–when it comes to achieving the best [...]
Standardized college admissions exams allow students to use a calculator on the math portion—read on for ACT calculator tips and Digital SAT calculator tips you can use on your upcoming test! ACT & Digital SAT Calculator Policies The ACT and Digital SAT both have strict calculator policies to ensure that every student has a [...]
Preparing for any test as an ESL (English as a Second Language) student can be nerve-wracking, but when it’s a college entrance exam like the SAT, the stakes are even higher. That’s why it’s so important to know how to approach SAT prep for ESL students. It can be daunting to approach an academic [...]
We’re in the heart of college application season, which means that ACT cost and SAT cost are on the minds of many parents. With the rising cost of college applications, FAFSA changes, and an annual 4% increase in college tuition, many families want to carefully consider how they’re spending their money to optimize their [...]
If exam season is on your horizon, you may be wondering how to self-motivate for your study sessions—these test-taking motivation tips are sure to help! The Importance of Self-Motivation As described in a study comparing educational motivation between high schoolers and undergraduate students, “Meaningful learning is characterized by a student’s emotional involvement,” (Davidovitch & [...]
Your scores on the preliminary SAT aren’t sent to colleges, so you may wonder: does the PSAT matter? Developed as a preview of the SAT to come in Juniors’ spring semester, the PSAT (or “Pre-SAT”) is a standardized test created for high school students to familiarize themselves with the SAT ahead of the real [...]
We’ve put together the following PSAT tips to help you prepare for this unique exam that helps you prepare for the SAT—and potentially earn scholarship money! The PSAT, more formally referred to as the Pre-SAT or the PSAT/NMSQT (Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test), is a standardized test that students commonly take the first [...]
Parents and teachers who are struggling with how to motivate students for standardized tests feel the truth behind the old cliché: “you can lead a horse to water, but you can’t make it drink.” So how can you convince your students that it’s worth their time and energy to prepare fully and strategically for [...]
If you’re a junior starting to think about college applications, you may be wondering, “Should I take the ACT or SAT?” Especially since many universities are starting to retract test-optional policies, you’ll need one of these test scores for your college applications—but which do you take? Generally, it’s a good idea to take both [...]
Since the spring of 2024, the SAT has shifted to a digital format, forgoing the traditional pencil-and-paper format it's used since it was first administered as an army IQ test, nearly a century ago. This means some important changes are taking place in the Digital SAT Math Test! Although the Reading and Writing test [...]
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