SAT/ACT

How to build strong study habits

By Maura Connors / 10/25/2024

Developing effective study habits is crucial for academic success, yet it requires patience and strategy. In today’s fast-paced world, students face various challenges, from rigorous academic demands to extracurricular commitments. However, with the right approach, anyone can cultivate habits that promote learning and achievement. Setting Attainable Goals The journey towards good study habits begins with…

The Effect of Standardized Testing on College Admissions: An Expert’s Opinion

By John Birney / 07/09/2024

Faculty Frustration with High School Curricula Having spent the majority of my career in enrollment management positions, the question of standardized testing’s impact on college admissions arises more frequently than you might expect. Collegiate faculty often express frustration with high school curricula, particularly the lack of courses that encourage students to think critically or synthesize…

Standardized Testing in College Admission

By Jessica Sibbing / 01/11/2024

Debunking the myths To submit testing, or not to submit testing, that is the question on every student’s mind, but how much do colleges even care about standardized scores? Even though most colleges today use a holistic review that considers various factors to determine admission, standardized testing is often still considered to be the greatest…

What’s a Good SAT/ACT Score for Applying to College?

By Solomon Team / 06/29/2023

In addition to the usual application materials, like transcripts, letters of recommendation, and essays, students are often asked to submit standardized test scores from either the SAT or ACT exam when applying to college. Top schools do not recommend one test over the other; students are allowed to submit whichever one they prefer. SAT/ACT scores…

Are the SAT and ACT Still Relevant for College Admissions?

By Solomon Team / 05/04/2023

Understanding the Pros and Cons For decades, the SAT and ACT have been a staple in the college admissions process. However, in recent years, there has been debate about whether these standardized tests are still relevant in today’s college admissions landscape. Here’s what you need to know: Pros of the SAT and ACT: Cons of…

Is college admissions all about perfect GPA and testing scores?

By Solomon Team / 04/03/2023

No, college admissions is not solely about perfect GPAs and testing. While good grades and high test scores can certainly help, there are many other factors that colleges consider when evaluating applicants. First, it might be helpful to understand the difference between holistic and non-holistic college admissions. Holistic Admissions Holistic college admissions is an approach…

What were SAT Subject Tests? What happened to them?

By Solomon Team / 09/27/2018

In Short: College Board discontinued Subject Tests in 2021. A comment from the College Board blog on the topic: As students and colleges adapted to new realities and changes to the college admissions process, College Board stopped offering Subject Tests to reduce demands on students. Students can still get and send Subject Test scores from previous…