For many students applying to colleges, standardized testing just makes sense. Even if your dream school dropped the requirement, there’s no guarantee they won’t bring it back– and if you don’t take the ACT or SAT, you are missing out on some massive scholarship opportunities. Both schools and testing centers offer the opportunity to take tests, making it easier than ever to access the exams– but which one should you…

When you study for a test for school, you review material, go over your notes, practice with flashcards, and ultimately, do your best to retain knowledge and express it. That’s what taking a test is all about, right?Well, yes, for your school exams. But when you’re taking the SAT, it’s a whole new ballgame. One of the biggest challenges students taking the SAT face is treating it like a typical…

Preparing for the ACT can seem overwhelming, but with the right strategies, you can feel confident on test day. The ACT, an important part of many college admissions, measures skills across multiple areas. In addition to baseline academic knowledge, the ACT tests your ability to reason logically and solve problems– which means it requires a strong strategy, not just knowledge. Today, let’s talk about how you can improve your ACT…

The SAT is offered several times a year– but what is the best time to take the SAT? Does it really matter? The date isn’t the most important part of your SAT strategy, but it is important to think about! There are several things to consider when choosing your date to take the test.  But let’s not get too ahead of ourselves– first, let’s look at the SAT test dates…

College admissions, especially to elite institutions like Princeton or Yale, often feel very mysterious and vague. There’s so much that goes into an admissions decision, and every year, thousands of students with exceptional grades, impressive extracurriculars, and high test scores compete for a limited number of spots. But what are the real secrets to standing out and getting accepted? Today, we’re going to reveal some of the lesser-known strategies and…

If you want to attend the college of your dreams, every aspect of your academic profile matters. One of the most important elements is your GPA: your grade point average. Admissions committees rely heavily on your GPA to predict your ability to succeed at their school. If you’re looking to boost your GPA and stand out in a competitive applicant pool, you need to approach the process with strategy and…

When preparing for the SAT, students may be surprised to find that there are history-related questions on the Reading and Writing section. However, unlike a traditional history test that might ask you to recall dates or events, the SAT’s history passages are not designed to test your factual knowledge of history. Instead, they are focused on evaluating your reading comprehension and critical thinking skills, particularly when engaging with historical texts. …

In a landmark move that could reshape higher education across the nation, California has enacted legislation to ban legacy and donor admissions at private colleges, effective from the 2025 academic year. This bold decision is a significant stride toward reinstating meritocracy in American education—a principle that has been increasingly undermined by policies favoring the privileged. As someone deeply invested in leveling the educational playing field, I wholeheartedly support California’s decision.…

When you watch TV and somebody’s taking a test, it’s almost always stressful. You see them gripping their pencil, sweating as the ticking clock gets louder and louder. Virtually all academic tests have some sort of time limit, and the SAT is no different. But you don’t have to sit there stressed out about the clock. Instead, you can be cool and confident, completing the test with ease and maybe…

The Reading and Writing section of the SAT is notorious for tripping students up with its tricky wording. But, by learning which words are usually at the scene of the crime, you can avoid falling into the trap and instead start boosting your score. To help you out, we’ve compiled a list of 5 words that often appear in incorrect answer choices on the digital SAT Reading and Writing section.…