The ACT and SAT are the two most common “entrance exams” that high school students in the United States must take as part of the college admissions process. While studying and preparing for these exams can be overwhelming, they can be far more complicated if your child has learning difficulties. Learning difficulties result from certain …
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For more than a century, the SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test) has been an important part of college admissions in the United States. Traditionally, it is a paper exam. However, when the pandemic forced schools to go virtual, the College Board, which administers the SAT, thought of changing the test. They’ve since announced an innovative solution: …
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The ACT Science section is designed to evaluate your critical thinking and comprehension skills using various graphs, charts, tables, and data. Although the passages may seem technical and full of scientific jargon and visuals, you only need a little prior scientific knowledge to answer the questions correctly. Nearly all the information you need is presented in …
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The SAT (or “digital SAT” starting March 2024) is one of the most important exams for many high school students looking to apply to college. While some schools have gotten rid of test scores, hundreds still ask for scores. It’s no secret that studying for the test is challenging and is even more stressful when …
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As a high school student, any exam day can be stressful. In fact, tests are nerve-wracking at any age! It’s the day you get to show off all the knowledge you’ve gained and how hard you’ve studied. Plus, the result can greatly affect your overall grade. The good news is that with some tips for …
As a high school student, you may be wondering whether you should take the SAT or ACT or even both. More colleges are becoming test-optional, meaning taking one or the other is not required. However, many still require scores from these exams. According to US News, last year 1.35 million high schoolers took the ACT …