The SAT and the ACT tests are two that most students take with fear , wondering if they have what it takes to pass the test with flying colors. While both tests can cause a lot of stress, which of the two tests is the most difficult? If you remember either of these tests from the school days, you probably have your opinion of the matter. But, the answer is here within this article for you to … [Read more...]
What are SAT Subject Tests?
A website that covers the college entrance examination field has put out an article that explains SAT subject tests. The writer states that the tests are one hour long and measure a student's proficiency in a certain subject. The article details the three reasons why a student takes these tests. Some colleges may require them. Or a student might want to showcase her talents. The article has a … [Read more...]
A new edition of The Official ACT Prep Guide: Should you update?
A website that covers the college entrance examination industry has put out an article about the latest release of a study guide for the upcoming college boards. The guide is published by ACT. The article reviews the latest guide. The writer concludes that the ACT's latest version is practically the same as the last one. It has about 20 extra pages. The extra material consists of additional … [Read more...]
ACT and SAT Reading Tips: The Author’s Attitude
A website devoted to college entrance examination news has put out a guide to determining the tone or attitude of the author of a piece. The guide notes that this is a common question used on college entrance exams. The guide states that the commonly used test answers are positive, negative or neutral. The guide goes on to list other test answers. It bold faces answers which are typically the … [Read more...]
ACT and SAT Writing Tips: Repetitively Redundant Expressions
It’s that time of year again when fresh faced, bright eyed students enter into studying for those soul sucking standardized SAT and ACT tests. All college bound hopefuls have to take these required torture tests and the pressure is on to get a high score. There is now a website, PowerScore.com that can help them do just that, and do so with as little pain possible. One thing the blog shows you is … [Read more...]
Summer Test Prep: How to study for the ACT and SAT and still enjoy summer break
Summer break is here and the last thing high school students want to think about is preparing for the dreaded SAT and ACT tests that will determine their suitability by college boards across the land. They want to kick back, relax and chill. Believe it or not they can do both at the same time. Doing enjoyable things like reading a book, doing crossword puzzles and baking cookies helps to grow … [Read more...]
ACT and SAT Math Tips: Fractional Exponents
A website devoted to college entrance exams has put out a piece about fractional exponents. The author states that college entrance exams are often written to render using a calculator ineffective when it comes to fractional exponents. The author states that the student has to know her formulas for exponents and roots. She gives an example, comparing the math problem to a plant. She goes ahead … [Read more...]
How to Make the Most of the Summer Before Senior Year
During high school your junior and senior year are equally important. While your junior year is the year where colleges will see your grades and any extracurricular activities you have participated in, doesn't mean that your senior year will go unnoticed. Some tips to think about the summer before your senior year are the following: 1. Research colleges and start taking trips to them which will … [Read more...]
What Is the Average SAT Score for Colleges?
The average score per section of the SAT is about 500. Depending on which school that you want to go to, you should aim to be in the 75th percentile of your school of choice. This varies greatly among different schools. While getting a good SAT score will improve your chances of going to the school you want, it is not impossible to get into your school of choice with a poor SAT score so it is not … [Read more...]
How to Study for the Summer SAT: 4 Helpful Tips
Starting August 2017 the SAT will now be available. Here are some ways to study and why you might want to take it during the summer. It can help that the test is in the summer because you get more time to study away from classes. A negative might be a low motivation due to being off of school already. Another pro could be summer SAT programs. But then you won't get a true break form school. … [Read more...]