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Should Students Pick the SAT or ACT?

admin — Thu, 05 Dec 2024 01:00:32 +0000

by Diane N. As an upcoming year of college admissions approaches, many students must decide between the SAT and ACT. With the introduction of the digital SAT, this choice has become even more complex. Let’s explore the key differences between these tests to help you make an informed decision. Test Structure and Content The digital SAT consists of two main sections: Reading and Writing, and Math, totaling 2 hours and

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Junior Year is Critical for College Admissions

admin — Fri, 18 Oct 2024 19:09:14 +0000

by Tony T. Junior year is critical in building up your college admission profile, and getting you ready for your upcoming college application. Following is a brief list of areas that IvyBoost may help you with to boost your profile in junior year: Grades: Junior year grades are the most recent grades that colleges see when you apply. IvyBoost will monitor your GPA, help you manage your time more efficiently,

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The SAT and ACT are Back

admin — Fri, 14 Jun 2024 22:39:07 +0000

by Justin B. From grade inflation in high schools, to personal statements authored by AI to 50% of applicants not reporting SAT/ACT scores in their application, it’s become harder and harder for college admissions officers to answer the most fundamental question about each applicant: can they do the work? Even before the pandemic, educators, admissions professionals, parents and students had concerns about the role and importance of testing, including that

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6 Tips to Combat Test Anxiety

admin — Fri, 03 May 2024 22:51:50 +0000

by Ziba R. Test anxiety–the feeling of dread, extreme distress, rapid heartbeat and racing thoughts, affects many students before an exam. However, with the right mindset and strategies, you can overcome test anxiety and ace your exams. Here are six tips to help you navigate through those pre-exam jitters: Prepare Strategically: One of the most effective ways to combat test anxiety is through preparation. Start early, make a study schedule,

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New Summer Test Date for ACT

admin — Thu, 23 Mar 2017 23:41:33 +0000

The ACT has recently announced that next year, there will be another test date open for students in July 2018. Students will soon have seven possible test dates to choose from, giving them more chances to study and improve scores, as well as better plan their testing around the college admissions period. (Source: Admitted Blog)

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