Top Tier Admissions

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

What is a “good” PSAT score? What is the point of the PSAT? The College Board PSAT/NMSQT (Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test), taken October of sophomore or junior year, is more than just a warm up for the SAT or the ACT. SAT Tutoring Stressed about the SAT?

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HelloCollege

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

As students prepare to take the SAT during their sophomore or junior years, they might wonder how they can improve their scores for this critical exam. The PSAT, also known as the Preliminary SAT, is one tool you can use to gauge your academic abilities and your preparedness for the real SAT.

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HelloCollege

JUNE 21, 2024

Illinois high school students are rethinking their standardized testing plans. Following an announcement by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) , the ACT will replace the SAT as the state’s high school accountability assessment. PSAT/NMSQT is no longer required. You can still take the SAT.

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Berkeley² Academy

JUNE 8, 2024

With many colleges reinstating requirements for standardized testing , it has become increasingly important to secure a strong SAT or ACT score for competitive college applications. Although the SAT is more popular than the ACT (the class of 2023 saw 1.9 million students take the SAT compared to 1.3

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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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College Admissions Strategies

JANUARY 17, 2023

The PSAT and SAT soon will be taken by college-bound students only by computer. The transition from paper-based to digital testing affirms the continuing relevance and usefulness of standardized tests in the test optional, post-pandemic era.

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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. An Extended Breaks accommodation lengthens this time.

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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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Top Tier Admissions

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

In March 2024, the SAT will officially go digital in the U.S. (it it has been a digital test internationally since March 2023!) This transition has brought about changes in how students prepare for and take the test. HOW TO ACE THE DIGITAL SAT 1. The Digital SAT also includes short breaks between sections.

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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? This list can help you determine whether the colleges you are considering are test optional.

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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 ). What does this mean for test takers in the United States?

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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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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. Look for a summer job or class !

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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. Avid readers also tend to be better writers and score higher on standardized testing. SAT Tutoring Stressed about the SAT?

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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. 10th graders: Determine your test prep strategy 1) Determine your goal test date.

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ACM College Consulting

JULY 17, 2024

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. The SAT has gone digital everywhere.

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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. Luckily, these tests can be taken online at home.

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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 . Standardized Testing. PSAT Practice Questions.

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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. I want to thank my colleague Meg Joyce for co-writing this blog post with me.

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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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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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College Kickstart

APRIL 19, 2020

A recommendation engine to help you capitalize on test-optional admissions. Today we're introducing a fourth capability: the option to run College Kickstart without a standardized test score. Running College Kickstart without a Test Score. Normally, a standardized test score is required to run College Kickstart.

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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. Applicants may apply to more than one program.

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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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College Essay Guy

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

First off, applying to college during your junior year is typically only done by students with nearly perfect GPAs and test scores who are seeking a competitive edge in the admissions process. College admissions will look at your application and compare it to those of students applying as seniors. Here's why.

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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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Ivy Central

APRIL 10, 2023

Some companies that M&TSI students visited include: Morgan Stanley Radiate Media The Bressler Group The Neat Company Dreamit Ventures First Round Capital Harlem Biospace R/GA Comcast Admissions The Wharton Youth Global Program is highly selective. Applicants may apply to more than one program. A minimum of 3.5 Start today!

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College Essay Guy

JULY 14, 2024

Students also receive college admissions counseling and participate in activities to explore the Greater Boston area. Students also receive college admissions counseling and participate in workshops and activities while living on MIT’s campus. Mid-April - You receive an admissions decision for the MITES Summer program.

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Estrela Consulting Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2023

You have probably heard a lot of talk about admissions testing and the test-optional landscape post-COVID. With the option to apply without test scores, do you still need to take the SAT or ACT? Is it still important?

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Great College Advice

JANUARY 8, 2024

How long do college admissions take? It’s no secret that the college admissions process is a long and winding road. But exactly how long do college admissions take? standardized tests! PSAT and Pre-ACT Many sophomores take the PSAT or the Pre-ACT through school.

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Admissions Village

JUNE 19, 2024

Admissions/Application Language*: Acceptance/Admission: An offer of admission to a college for its incoming class. Admissions Decision: The outcome determined by a college's admissions committee regarding a student's application. For more about activities read our past blog.

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Top Tier Admissions

DECEMBER 15, 2022

To understand the private school admission process, we suggest beginning your research a full 12 months before the school year begins. In other words, in early fall of a student’s 8 th grade year or earlier for 9 th grade admission. Independent Schools Admissions Association of Greater New York (ISAAGNY). STANDARDIZED TESTING.

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Ivy Central

MARCH 31, 2023

Admissions: RSI students are chosen for their exceptional achievement in math, science, and engineering. All scores from nationwide standardized tests. These include the PSAT, SAT, ACT, and AP exams. Ivy Central offers exceptional focus to help you prepare for college admissions throughout the high-schooling years.

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College Essay Guy

MARCH 13, 2023

When you’re planning to go to college, one big hurdle is that, for many schools, you must first complete a standardized test (if not a few). Students must choose between taking the ACT or SAT before they can take their next steps on the journey of higher education. What is the SAT? What is on the SAT test?

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Princeton College Consulting

AUGUST 6, 2019

The college admissions process is a daunting one, but fortunately, you’re not alone in it. Asking questions will not only allow you to stay informed throughout the admissions process, but it will help your college counselor help you. Which standardized tests should I take, when should I take them, and what do they mean?

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HelloCollege

DECEMBER 12, 2022

While this could be a good sign that schools are interested in you, an email from a college doesn’t guarantee your admission. In most cases, students receive an email from a college or university after they’ve taken the PSAT or SAT. In fact, there are many reasons you could be getting these emails. Schedule a Free Consultation.

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