Though the SAT is no longer required at some universities, it is still an important tool that helps students make their applications stand out from the rest. But if you really want to make the most of your SAT scores, you should take some time to understand how the scores are calculated. What is a section score? What are subscores? How do the different sections of the exam factor into…

So, the time has finally come for you to schedule your SAT. This is an exciting time! You’re taking steps to develop your future and move forward on your chosen path of success. But honestly, choosing the right SAT test date can feel pretty overwhelming. How do you know which date to pick? Are some dates better than others? Should you take the test as soon as possible just to…

SAT scores are still an important part of many college applications. Even if your top schools don’t require SAT scores, sending in high test scores with your application may help set you apart from other applicants. This is especially beneficial when applying to competitive programs and schools that receive thousands of applications every year. To achieve the best score you can on the SAT, you will have to study. Your…

High school is a busy time. From social events to grades to extracurriculars, you’ve got a lot on your plate. So much, in fact, that you might have suddenly found yourself a month away from your SAT date, and you haven’t started studying.  Don’t worry! You still have time to bring up your score. Read on to learn how you can set up a unique studying schedule to meet your…

The SAT, formerly the Scholastic Assessment Test, is a standardized exam typically taken by high school students. A high score on this exam has historically been very important for entering higher education. Many students study hard for this test and take it multiple times. You may wonder if your senior year is too late to take the SAT. This guide covers what the SAT is, why it matters, what the…

Looking for ways to jumpstart your next SAT study session? Check out these prep games that will give you and your study buddies a challenge.  Remember to bring the snacks! Let’s kick things off with some math games from the SAT exam’s official study site: Khan Academy. At the end, we’ll show you some other great places to access SAT study problems and practice games.  New York Times: Word of…

Starting in March 2024, students who take the SAT in the United States will take the new, digital version of the test rather than the traditional pen-and-paper version. When the College Board announced their transition to the digital SAT, they also noted that this move would do more than “simply putting the current SAT on a digital platform.”  While the concepts tested on the SAT will stay the same, the…

Are you looking for a comparison of your test scores for the SAT exam? In this article, you’ll find a history of the average SAT scores over time, how the SAT came to be, and what to expect when you sit down to take your exam. A 20-year span of SAT test scores starting in 1972 include: YearMathCritical ReadingWritingYearMathCritical ReadingWriting1972509530—1997511505—1973506523—1998512505—1974505521—1999511505—1975498512—2000514505—1976497509—2001514506—1977496507—2002516504—1978494507—2003519507—1979493505—2004518508—1980492502—2005520508—1981492502—20065185034971982493504—20075145014931983494503—20085145004931984497504—20095144994921985500509—20105155004911986500509—20115144974891987501507—20125144964881988501505—20135144964881989502504—20145134974871990501500—20155114954841991500499—20165084944821992501500—2017*5275331993503500—2018*5315361994504499—2019*5285311995506504—2020*5235281996508505—2021*528533    2022*521529  As you can see from the table above, the average…

If you have your heart set on one of the eight Ivy League schools, you will want to have an impressive SAT score. These schools have notoriously low acceptance rates, and their admissions officers are only looking to accept the best of the best each year. If your grades, essays, recommendation letters, and test scores don’t stand out, neither will your application. While many of these schools are not requiring…

The SAT is an important part of the college admissions process, and smart students know that it’s a good idea to actively prepare for it. The SAT tests many of the concepts taught in high school curricula across the US, including topics related to mathematics, English grammar and composition, and reading comprehension.  The SAT is designed to test your student’s problem-solving and critical thinking skills across these areas. Preparing for…