Will this program prepare me for the PSAT 9/10?
Absolutely! Although this program is designed to prepare students for the SAT and ACT tests, it will also cover material that forms an essential portion of the PSAT 9/10. In other words, the math, grammar, and reading skills you learn in our classes will certainly be necessary for success on the PSAT!
Will the ACT and SAT instruction be separate?
No. We will be combining the ACT and SAT curricula in one comprehensive ten-week course. Our lessons will largely apply to both exams, with the exception of ACT science lessons. At the end of the course, students will take ACT and SAT practice tests to assess their growth over the ten-week period.
Does this program cover material in both the ACT and the SAT?
Yes! This course will go over the major topics found in both the ACT and the SAT. We will spend most of our sessions learning math, English grammar, and reading with an emphasis on vocabulary, as these three subjects are common in both exams. We will also introduce students to the science section of the […]
How much time must I commit to this program?
Each class will be once a week for two hours. You will also receive weekly homework assignments that will take around an hour to complete. Along with this, we highly recommend that you take practice tests or review the material we cover on your own. Although the amount of time that you commit to this […]
Why should I begin the standardized test preparation process earlier than most students? How will this program help me in the future?
Sure, the SAT and ACT may seem far away right now, but they’ll be here before you know it. By starting test prep classes earlier, you will become better affiliated with the standardized testing process as well as the timing and question types associated with both the ACT and the SAT. The skills and strategies […]
When does Brilliant Prep offer preparation for the ACT or SAT?
Brilliant Prep’s ACT and SAT Prep programs are catered for your wants and needs. This means that you have not one, but two choices for when to take Brilliant Prep classes: If you prefer to take the December ACT or SAT, you should take the July through December classes. If you prefer to take the […]
How do I know whether to take the ACT or the SAT?
Well, that’s really up to you! This nifty chart will tell you some of the basics of both exams. No matter which one you choose, Brilliant Prep will be here to help you achieve success. ACT SAT Test Format English: 45 minutes, 75 questionsMath With a Calculator: 60 minutes, 60 questions Reading: 35 minutes, 40 […]
And…Where does Brilliant Prep come into play?
You guessed it! Brilliant Prep is here to prepare 7th graders for the ACT or SAT so that they can achieve the best score possible.
What happens after I take the ACT or SAT?
A few weeks after taking the ACT or SAT, you will receive a score report that will show you not only your scores in every subject area but also a comparison of your scores to those of high schoolers and other seventh graders who also took the test. Depending on how high your scores are, […]
Why do I need to take the ACT or SAT exam? I’m only in middle school!
Have no fear! The ACT or SAT that you take in 7th grade is just a diagnostic test, meaning that your score isn’t going to go on your transcript or on your college applications. Your test scores will simply show Duke University where you stand in comparison to both high schoolers and your seventh grade […]