What is the PSAT/NMSQT®, and should I take it?
The PSAT/NMSQT®, also known as the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test, is taken by most students during October of their junior year of high school. Like the SAT, it has four sections: Reading, Writing and Language, Math – No Calculator, and Math – Calculator. However, unlike the SAT, the PSAT not only has fewer […]
Should I take AP exams?
The answer – it depends. It depends on where you want to go to college, what you plan to study in college, how much time you can commit to test prep in high school, and so much more. If you want to earn college credit while you’re still in high school, we highly recommend that […]
Will taking the SAT help me more than taking the ACT?
Almost all colleges accept either an SAT or an ACT score and do not prefer one over the other. With that being said, if you have enough time to prepare for both the SAT and the ACT, then we suggest that you take both. This way, you have more options when deciding which score(s) to […]
When should I start SAT/ACT prep?
When it comes to test prep, earlier is better than later! Despite that every student is different, we generally believe that beginning test prep at the start of your tenth grade year is the best way to go. That way, you can benefit from a full year of learning and practice tests and still have […]
How many times can I take the SAT/ACT?
Although there is no limit to how many times you can take the SAT or ACT, we generally advise that you take each of them around three or fewer times. After all, if you can achieve your target score within your first three tries, then you’re done! Also, keep in mind that several colleges practice […]