CTK College Coach

MAY 24, 2023

It’s True: the SAT Is Going Digital. If you are going to be a junior next school year (Class of 2025), you are in the trial year for the new digital SAT because the College Board announced last year that it would be moving the SAT to a digital, adaptive format for spring 2024. When Does the New SAT Format Take Effect?

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SSA Online College Prep

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Extended Time Extra/Extended breaks Visual Accommodations Test Taking Settings Recording Responses Documentation of Disability Impact on the SAT How to Apply Read more college admissions tips on our blog ! Extended Time The SAT is administered in 5 timed sections. The first thing to look at is what accommodations are available.

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Top Tier Admissions

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

In March 2024, the SAT will officially go digital in the U.S. (it For more on the structure of the digital SAT, and how that might change your strategy if you have previously taken the paper test, see our recent blog posts, “ Top Tips: Prepare for the Digital SAT ” and “ What is the Digital SAT? ” ENROLL NOW 4.

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AHM Advising

MARCH 6, 2023

As if the conversation around standardized testing isn't confusing enough, we can soon add another layer of complication as the Digital PSAT rolls out this fall, followed by the Digital SAT in the spring. Try to take a diagnostic ACT and SAT this summer to understand which test is more comfortable for you.

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ACM College Consulting

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

Big news in the college admissions world recently was that the SAT will be moving to 100% digital testing in the future. They will begin with it internationally in Spring 2023 then continue with the Fall 2023 PSAT both in the US and abroad; by Spring 2024 it will be digital in all locations for both PSAT and SAT.

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Top Tier Admissions

MAY 30, 2023

Private college admissions counselors (like our stellar team at Top Tier Admissions ) work with students to maximize their options in the increasingly complex and competitive college admissions process. Most fundamentally, private college admissions counselors are advocates that serve as part of a student’s core support team.

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Discovery College Consulting

MAY 10, 2023

who take the SAT will take it digitally, and international students began taking the digital SAT in March 2023. Additionally, the PSAT will go digital in October of this year. In this blog post, I’ll explain what’s different about the digital SAT, what’s staying the same and what you need to know.

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Humbach Education Consulting

MAY 29, 2020

You may have heard that the University of California system – with 10 campuses enrolling over a quarter million students – announced that it would be test optional for Fall 2021 admission. Should you plan to take the SAT or the ACT? However, you may not want to rule out a college just because they require the SAT or ACT.

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Brand College Consulting

SEPTEMBER 10, 2022

The SAT and the ACT are very different college entrance exams and most colleges are now accepting both. This has led to most students taking both the SAT and the ACT tests, although that is not required or suggested by many professionals in the college admissions field. When should my child take the SAT or ACT?

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College Admissions Strategies

JANUARY 17, 2023

The PSAT and SAT soon will be taken by college-bound students only by computer. There is likely to be a significant increase in the number of SAT-takers when conversion to the digital model […]. There is likely to be a significant increase in the number of SAT-takers when conversion to the digital model […].

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Berkeley² Academy

JULY 7, 2023

Although , many schools no longer require standardized testing scores , the SAT and ACT are still very important components of your college application. There are many ways that the SAT and ACT factor into your profile as an applicant. Retesting to raise your SAT score from 1450 to 1550 could change one school from a reach to a match.

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Marks Education

APRIL 18, 2023

Starting in March 2024, the SAT is switching to a shorter, denser, computer-adaptive online test, replacing the current paper version of the SAT. For more information on the new version of the test, check out our blog on the new digital SAT ( LINK ). Therefore, you will choose between the digital SAT and the ACT.

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Scoir

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Our guest Dustin Lynn, Director of College Counseling at Battleground Academy in Franklin, TN, shares insightful information for admissions and enrollment management leaders to consider when deciding on top of funnel strategies.

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SSA Online College Prep

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Taking the PSAT is a great way to get used to standardized testing before the SAT! Read more about the SAT on our blog ! Read more about the SAT on our blog ! Here are 5 things to do during sophomore year to best prep yourself for college applications and admissions. Want more SAT tips directly in your inbox?

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CTK College Coach

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

A March 2024 Update As we head deep into the middle of the school year, many juniors are taking the ACT or SAT– or wondering whether they should in this largely test-optional world. Remember that some schools require test scores for automatic (or direct) admission. You can see my fulsome update on the digital SAT here.

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Ivy Central

APRIL 4, 2023

There are two admission deadlines: early application and regular application. Rolling admissions take place after the regular application deadline if spots are still available. The students have the option to submit their PSAT, SAT, or ACT test scores. There is no minimum GPA requirement. Start today!

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College Essay Guy

JUNE 15, 2023

If I (as a student) test, what's the right test for me, ACT vs SAT? How should I prep for the SAT or ACT? How do the PSAT and the National Merit Scholarship play into all of this? 25% of its applicants (who submitted scores—Stanford has been test optional) scored a 1560+ on the SAT and a 35 composite on the ACT.

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Top Tier Admissions

DECEMBER 19, 2023

As a high school student, winter break is not just a time for festivities and relaxation; it’s also a valuable opportunity to enhance your college admissions journey. More on this topic and its impact on college admissions in our upcoming blog post, The Power of Community Activism in College Admissions.

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Estrela Consulting Blog

DECEMBER 1, 2022

You were sitting for your ACT and SAT while your p eers were still thinking about their PSAT scores. You had your Common App essay done before summer break. You were the first one in line to ask for your teacher and counselor recs.

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Humbach Education Consulting

JULY 18, 2019

For Underclassmen Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE If you are a junior, you should plan to take the PSAT test in October. For juniors, the PSAT is the National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (NMSQT). Sophomores may also take the PSAT. Just know that the PSAT will not be used by colleges for admission purposes.

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CTK College Coach

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

As we round the bend on the middle of the year, many juniors are taking the ACT or SAT– or wondering whether they should in this largely test-optional world. Remember that some schools require test scores for automatic (or direct) admission. You can see my fulsome update on the digital SAT here.

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CTK College Coach

OCTOBER 8, 2023

Testing Tips and Timeline for High School Juniors (Class of 2025) October - Taking the PSAT Most high school juniors in the US will take the PSAT on or around October 11. The PSAT will still be the qualifying exam for the National Merit scholarship (the NMSQT). How Do I Know When to Take the SAT or ACT?

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Ivy College Essay

AUGUST 10, 2023

can increase your chances of admission. Dartmouth SAT and ACT Requirements Though Dartmouth doesn’t enforce a minimum required SAT or ACT score, it’s crucial to perform exceptionally well. Choosing Between SAT and ACT Dartmouth doesn’t favor one test over the other.

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Admissions.Blog

JULY 17, 2022

The world of college admissions is constantly changing; therefore, it’s important to keep the best college admissions recourses close at hand if you are to navigate the admissions process with aplomb. Admissions Data/Insights/Statistics . PSAT Practice Questions. Research away! Standardized Testing.

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Admissions Village

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

Test scores and test-optional admissions, which have been in the spotlight for several years now, are getting renewed attention as of late. Many colleges have still not decided if they will become permanently test-optional for admissions. February 5th, Dartmouth has reinstated a requirement for all applicants to have ACT or SAT scores.

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CTK College Coach

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Seniors, are you waiting for college admissions decisions? It’s been another wild ride for 2024 high school seniors, and we’re only halfway through the admissions cycle. Early Admissions Trends for the Class of 2024: How are colleges handling the massive increase in applications? Watch this space as events develop.

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ACM College Consulting

MARCH 29, 2023

Typically, admissions offices have staff which are familiar with the various international curricula, but even if they aren’t, most will review the student’s application holistically without full grade and course conversions. Many international high schools offer the PSAT and SAT and/or ACT.

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Ivy Central

APRIL 12, 2023

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. A minimum of 3.5

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College Kickstart

APRIL 19, 2020

In recent weeks we've seen several prominent institutions adopt test-optional admissions for the coming cycle to alleviate some of the anxiety brought on by COVID-19. Available immediately to all College Kickstart subscribers, it's a much easier way to navigate and capitalize on test-optional admissions in our current environment.

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Bright Futures Blog

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Bright Futures can help you prepare and nail your college admissions process. Use your extra time over the holidays to prepare for your college admissions process. Wondering when the right time is to start preparing for the college admissions process? And by that, we mean you should start studying for the ACT and/or SAT. .

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StandOut College Prep

MARCH 8, 2023

National Merit Scholarships are awarded to a select group of students among the top 1% of PSAT scores. The application process for becoming a National Merit Scholar is rigorous, and the winners come only from the top 1% of scorers who took the PSAT during their junior year of high school.

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Admissions Mom

JUNE 22, 2023

Junior year is where your college admissions journey starts for real. If you are new to admissions, no matter where you are in high school, start reading here from the beginning. Be sure to take some time completely off from school and college admissions stuff. Here’s how I suggest you tackle this list. Don’t panic.

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The Thoughtful College Search

JANUARY 30, 2023

(Originally published in Inside Higher Ed ’s “Admissions Insider” January 30, 2023) In case you missed it, there was a bizarre news story coming out of the D.C. Students who score in the top one-half of one percent on the PSAT taken in the junior year, the qualifying test for National Merit. area a couple of weeks ago. “So

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CTK College Coach

AUGUST 31, 2022

Here are my top five tips: 1) Prepare well and early for standardized (SAT and ACT) tests. NB: Certain schools have reverted to requiring the ACT or SAT (or never went test optional): MIT, public schools in Florida, and the top public schools in Georgia. How do I know which test to take– SAT or ACT? So what do I tell my own son?

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Berkeley² Academy

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

As the college admissions process enters the second year of the covid-19 pandemic, you may be wondering if colleges plan on extending their test-optional policies after the Fall 2021 admissions period. Baylor - Test-optional for Fall 2022 and Fall 2023 admissions. Rice - Test-optional for Fall 2022 admissions.

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DC College Counseling

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

February is an important time to “get the ball rolling” on your college admissions process. plan #1: sat or act registration It might feel like only yesterday that you took the PSAT, but now it’s time to sign up for the real deal. Don’t let February slip by without registering for the SAT or ACT.

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Ivy Central

APRIL 12, 2023

Admissions The Wharton Youth Global Program is highly selective. Standardized Test Scores: PSAT, and SAT/ACT scores are optional Recommendation Letters: All programs require a recommendation letter from a high school guidance counselor, teacher, or advisor. The online video lessons are delivered by the Wharton faculty.

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