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ACT and SAT Scores Decline Year After Year

Peterson's Blog

ACT and SAT scores decline across the U.S. Standardized tests, like the SAT and ACT, are used to determine academic readiness and skills for entering university. This month, Peterson’s will be offering an ACT and SAT special , six months of test prep for $135—99 dollars off, so that students can walk into their test confidently.

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Standardized Testing and Its Role in College Admissions

Top Tier Admissions

In this ever-changing college admissions landscape, the role of standardized testing remains a hot topic (and source of confusion). Understanding how these tests fit into the broader admissions process can help demystify their purpose and highlight strategies you can use to enhance your applications.

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College Admissions Planning for High School Juniors 

Great College Advice

The junior year of high school is the most important year in preparing for college admissions. It is also when you should carve out time in your already busy schedule to begin exploring college admissions. If you’re unsure whether to take a tough course because you’re worried about your GPA, discuss it with your counselor and parents.

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GPA and Test Score Requirements to Get Into Dartmouth

Ivy College Essay

GPA Expectations for Dartmouth As an Ivy League school, Dartmouth holds its applicants to high standards. While there’s no minimum GPA, an unweighted high school GPA of 3.9 can increase your chances of admission. Choosing Between SAT and ACT Dartmouth doesn’t favor one test over the other.

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Top Summer Programmes: Harvard Summer School

Ivy Central

There are two admission deadlines: early application and regular application. Rolling admissions take place after the regular application deadline if spots are still available. During the application evaluation process, all information submitted, including transcripts, counselor reports, and GPA, are considered. Start today!

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Wharton Global Youth Location-Based Program

Ivy Central

Topics featured in sessions include: Creating value Analyzing industries Deciding on organizational scope Assessing international expansion Motivating workers Curating corporate culture Evaluating environmental, social, and governance risks and opportunities Admissions The Wharton Youth Global Program is highly selective. unweighted GPA.

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Avoid the Summer Slump: 3 Steps to Create a Summer Schedule

Berkeley² Academy

If not, start by listing out where you attend high school, your GPA, class rank, and SAT/ACT score. Now that you have an academic resume, review it and assess what could make you a stronger candidate for admissions. Is your SAT score below the range for accepted students at schools you are applying to?

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