Raising a Budget-Conscious Child: Getting a Job “Having to report on-time, doing the job well, and facing the consequences of failing at these tasks is a healthy experience that can help prepare your child for more important jobs in the future.” You can educate your child by including them in your budgeting habits. You can let them work because it will allow… Continue reading Raising a … [Read more...]
Raising a Budget-Conscious Child: Getting a Job
“Having to report on-time, doing the job well, and facing the consequences of failing at these tasks is a healthy experience that can help prepare your child for more important jobs in the future.” You can educate your child by including them in your budgeting habits. You can let them work because it will allow them to learn balance between work and play. Working a part time job during … [Read more...]
6 Senior Steps before Starting the College Countdown
“All things being equal, the quality of your application essay may be the deciding factor between you and some other hopeful applicant.” Most leading educational professors recommend an early start on submitting college applications. Narrowing down the facilities you’re interested in is a key part of the submission process. Make informed decisions about which campuses fit your … [Read more...]
How to Get a 30 (or Higher!) on the ACT: 9 Key Tips
"When aiming for a 30 on the ACT, you'll definitely want to use a study plan to guide your prep, ideally one that specifically prepares you for getting a 30." There is a way to get a 30, or higher on the ACT. There are 9 key tips that will help you get a good score on the test. Getting a 30 on the test is very good, but getting a 30 is pretty hard. But, for the competitive schools, a 30 is not … [Read more...]
What International Students Need to Know About The SAT and ACT
"For many international students English is not their first language. If this is the case for you, start reading as much as possible in English, whether it be through novels, news articles, or essays." As an international student, applying to schools in the US has several challenges. The SAT and ACT tests are something international students have to be ready to take, this article provides a … [Read more...]
Do My Scores Still Count [SAT & ACT]
"Technically, they are valid forever. That said, after 5 years, your scores probably don’t mean a whole lot." Students often have a lot of questions when it comes to their SAT or ACT scores. “How long after testing are my scores still valid”, “How late or early can I take either test”, and “When will my college picks even see my scores?” Luckily these questions have easy answers. SAT and ACT … [Read more...]
How I Got Into Harvard
"Do you want to get into Harvard? It isn't easy! SupertutorTV alumnus Stefani shared with us all about her application and acceptance to the prestigious Harvard University." https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=piUQRMkYV5Y&rel=0 Key Takeaways: Super-applicator, Stefani, was rejected by Stanford and applied to nearly two dozen different schools, in a heart-broken panic. A 'Legally … [Read more...]
How I Got Into MIT: College Admission Tips!!! (Massachusetts Institute of Technology)
"I would not mess around during the week. I would not play video games or that much t.v. during the week." If you are looking to get into college and you want to get into MIT, then there are some certain things you will want to know. MIT is the number one choice for many people. There are many different programs there that students can take. If you have really good grades, then you can attend MIT … [Read more...]
What’s a Bad SAT Score? Nationally and by College
"Your SAT composite should be 1500 or higher (about 750 or higher per section) if you want to be competitive at highly selective schools." SAT scores above 1083 are considered better than the national average. Anything below 950 is considered very low. 1340 is considered a good high score but not by IVY League standards. If you are trying to get into an average selective school, it is wise to aim … [Read more...]