This blog is dedicated to helping students prepare for the major assessments and milestones in their academic lives. We provide tips and advice on how to best prepare for key tests, including SAT and ACT. We also cover subjects related to tutoring, studying and learning.
A perfect score on the new SAT is 1,600. Getting a perfect score would mean that you got an 800 on each the test’s two mandatory sections: evidence-based reading and writing section, and the math section. The essay is optional and would be scored separately.
Read MoreIt takes about 3 weeks to receive your SAT score after taking the test. But the long wait is just the first challenge–the next one is to understand what your score report means.
We know you have a lot of questions, including:
The new SAT, set to launch in 2016, went through many changes to be aligned with the Common Core standards and become more similar to the ACT. Students and parents who are not familiar with the Common Core standards may want to refresh their memories on the Common Core standards for each high school year, because these standards drove many of the SAT changes. By understanding the standards for math, essay writing, reading, and vocabulary, teens can get a better sense of what to expect on the SAT.
Read MoreWhen the new SAT rolls out in early 2016, students will sit down to a completely revised exam. This may be a stressful situation for teens, since SAT scores are so important for college admissions! In order to do well on the redesigned SAT, we recommend that students make sure that they are familiar with the content changes and change their studying plans accordingly.
Read MoreAny high school students who plan to take the SAT in March 2016 or later will sit down for a redesigned exam. College Board chose to switch up the SAT format and contents to better test the skills that are most useful for a college curriculum, but not every student has prepared for the new type of exam. There are some major differences in the new SAT that students should consider.
Read MoreBy now students probably know all about the new SAT for 2016, which features an optional essay and a lot of other content changes. The scoring will change, too: the test will switch to a 1600 point scale, with an additional essay score, instead of the current 2400 point system inclusive of the essay. Some students may not realize that SAT scores can automatically guarantee full ride scholarships at colleges, so read on for more information!
Read MoreNow that the new SAT is only a few months away from launching, high school students have a tough decision: should they study now and take the old SAT in January 2016, the last time this exam is offered, or go for the new exam in March?
Read MoreHigh school students have a big decision to make this year. Do they take the old SAT this fall and winter, or sit for the brand-new SAT in the spring of 2016? Because the new test has been redesigned, it’s tough to know what to expect. In order to make the most informed decision, we recommend students make sure they’re familiar with the major changes on the new exam.
Read MoreIf you plan to attend a college or university in the United States, you’ll need to show your academic strengths by taking an entrance exam. Most American schools accept the SAT (Standardized Aptitude Test) and the ACT (American College Testing), but there are more SAT test centers in the UK, making it the most convenient choice for many students. Because the SAT system is different from what you may be used to in the UK, we wrote this guide to help you prepare for the SAT before you apply to American schools.
Read MoreDebbie Stier, a full-time mother of two children, decided to try a novel experiment as her son Ethan prepared for the college process. Instead of simply encouraging her son to study and perform well on the SAT, Stier made it her mission to take the SAT as well, hoping to get a perfect score. Her adventures grew into an entertaining book, The Perfect Score Project.
Read MoreJunior year is halfway over, but there’s still a lot that students need to do as they prep for senior year and the college application process. There are decisions to be made about high school classes and AP (Advanced Placement) courses, as well as the AP exams themselves in May. Students might want to take the SAT and ACT during junior year or some SAT II subject exams, so they can see what areas they need to strengthen. Brainstorming ideas for college essays and asking teachers for recommendation letters are also essential. Finally, there are college visits to do and college lists that students need to make.
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As you may know, the College Board is redesigning the SAT! The new test will be available to take in early 2016. We know you are probably confused about the new system and worried that you will be underprepared for the new version of the test. To help remedy that and familiarize you with the new SAT, we have put together a “top 10 list” of the key expected changes to the SAT:
Read MoreAs you've probably heard, the College Board has decided to revamp the SAT, which many students take during their college application process. Even though the new test will not go live until early 2016, that's only a little more than a year away. Students who plan to take the SAT in 2016 should start keeping track of the test changes so they know what they'll need to study for the exam, since lots of practice early on will help keep kids from cramming later. We wrote this article to help answer some of the questions students might have so they can be as prepared as possible when the new exam rolls out.
Read MoreStandardized tests can be rough for students with learning disabilities, and the thought of rushing through reading comprehension questions based on long passages can be stressful for anyone with dyslexia. For teens who apply to colleges that require SAT scores, there are testing accommodations available for students who qualify, and these accommodations can make the test-taking process a little bit easier. Additionally, teens may want to apply to a few test-optional schools, such as the ones listed on Fairtest.org, so they don’t feel as pressured about their exam scores.
Read MoreStudents who apply to college in the USA need to perform well on the ACT or the SAT as part of the application process, which can be challenging for teens with learning disabilities. The three- to four-hour exams can be difficult for teens with ADHD who might need to work harder to stay focused, but there are some testing arrangements that can help every student perform at his or her best.
Read MoreMost NYC high school students will choose to take the SAT, the ACT, or both exams as they apply to college. For years, the ACT was standard for students to take in the Midwest, while students on the East and West Coasts preferred the SAT—some colleges would only accept scores from one test and not the other! Now that US colleges accept both exams, students should think carefully about which test they would like to take.
Read MoreBelow you will find some useful information on test dates and registration deadlines for the SAT and SAT Subject Test in 2014-2015. You can also find the addresses of testing centers located in NYC. Please note that there are no SAT Subject Tests scheduled in New York for the March test date.
Read MoreThere are so many options for families who need to pursue SAT test prep, and deciding which kind of test prep is right for a student can be a difficult process. There are hundreds of different opinions floating around about private tutors, group classes, doing practice problems individually, taking SAT prep courses online , and going to review sessions at high schools in order to get ready for the SAT, so it’s important to find the right test prep match for each type of student.
Read MoreIf you are an international student who plans to attend college or university in the USA, then you will need to take the SAT, ACT, or both exams in order to apply to schools. The SAT and the ACT are stressful tests for all students who plan to go to college, and for teens from countries outside of the USA, these tests can seem a little overwhelming. You may wonder:
Read MoreThe SAT and the ACT are stressful tests for all students who plan to go to college. For kids with learning disabilities or other needs, these tests can seem even more difficult to master. Both the SAT and the ACT have policies about testing accommodations, but they can be a little confusing for families to understand. You and your kid may wonder:
Read MoreWe prepare students for the milestones and assessments of their academic lives. We support students in developing the skills to think, learn and problem solve on their own. Our services include academic tutoring and test preparation for all standardized tests, including the ISEE, ACT and SAT.
