If you feel like math is hard, you’re not alone. Nearly 1 in 3 high school students say that they don’t feel like a “math person,” and about 25% more say that while math used to be fine, they no longer feel comfortable with the subject. But you don’t have to be a Leonhard Euler or Paul Erdős to do well on the SAT’s math questions! How well you do…

Did you know that the SAT used to have its own science test? In fact, the SAT used to have several optional subject tests, including tests in literature, foreign languages, advanced math– and yes, science. But as of 2021, these tests are gone, and it doesn’t look like they’re coming back. But that doesn’t mean there’s no science on the SAT. A knowledge of science– specifically how to interpret scientific…

You  may have heard that the ACT isn’t like a subject test in school; it’s a standardized test that asks you about things you’re already supposed to know. So long as you’ve got a handle on what the average high schooler should know, you’re good to go, right? Do you really need to spend weeks studying? After all, you’ve got so much going on. There’s your classes, your sports, your…

If you’re a high school student, the odds are good that you’ve used AI– a new report from the Center for Democracy and Technology finds that 86% of students and 85% of teachers used AI for classroom work during the 2024-2025 school year. AI is everywhere, and there are a lot of concerns about its use. But the thing to remember is that AI is a tool. Use it well,…

Almost 85% of high school students have used AI for coursework– a statistic that has a lot of educators deeply concerned, because not every student (and realistically, probably most students) are not using it to further their learning. When you ask ChatGPT to generate an essay, it certainly generates an essay… but you didn’t write it. You didn’t get anything out of it, you didn’t learn the mechanics of English,…

Every year, tens of thousands of students apply to Ivy League schools. Only a small fraction receive an offer of admission. The difference between those who are admitted and those who are denied often comes down to strategy. Few application processes are as intense as the Ivy League. You might be your high school valedictorian– but so is your competition. On average, Ivy League schools have an acceptance rate of…

If you have a student preparing for the ACT, you have a lot of options for test prep. Some resources are genuinely useful, others are outdated, and many are designed for audiences very different from today’s ACT test takers. The most effective preparation comes from understanding what types of resources exist, how they are accessed, and what role each plays in building skills, confidence, and pacing. Strong ACT prep is…

The SAT is one of the most widely recognised college admissions exams in the United States and internationally. For students planning to apply to colleges and universities, understanding the SAT test dates and registration deadlines for 2026 is crucial. This guide provides a complete view of the official SAT dates and deadlines administered by the College Board for 2026, including deadlines for registration, late registration, and testing windows. The College…

Homeschooling gives families more freedom to design learning experiences that reflect their values and goals. It can provide an academic challenge for the kids who need it, and a more accessible learning experience for students who need a more flexible environment. Yet that flexibility sometimes raises questions about standardized testing, especially the SAT and other standardized tests. For many homeschool students, the SAT is an important bridge between home-based education…

For decades, the SAT has been a major part of the college admissions process in the United States. Many students see it as a hurdle they must clear on the path to higher education, while parents and schools often treat it as a marker of academic readiness. Yet despite its long history and widespread use, the SAT has always been controversial. Critics argue that it creates unnecessary stress, reinforces inequality,…