CTK College Coach

AUGUST 31, 2022

Half of your high school story has been written, and the next half lies before you, ready for your pen. My oldest is a junior this year, so after all my years of advising families on how to best take advantage of resources in high school and prepare for college applications, I walk on this journey with you as a parent now too.

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StandOut College Prep

MARCH 9, 2023

Both SAT and ACT are exams taken by high school students for college admission. Before you decide whether you should take the SAT, ACT, or both, it’s worth educating yourself on the exams. For example, you’re probably curious about the differences between the ACT and SAT. According to USA Today , 1.3

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Spark Admissions

JANUARY 28, 2022

The past few years have seen an unprecedented number of American colleges and universities suspend or even completely drop their requirement that applicants submit standardized test scores from the SAT or ACT. Recently, in response, the College Board has announced major changes to the SAT. Now, they’ve planned a new change.

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Top Tier Admissions

DECEMBER 12, 2023

As you gear up for the college admissions process, one of the crucial decisions you’ll face is choosing between the SAT and ACT standardized tests. Both exams are widely accepted by colleges and universities across the United States, and your choice can significantly impact your admissions prospects. Read the question first.

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BestColleges

MARCH 13, 2024

The University of Texas at Austin will require applicants to submit SAT or ACT scores beginning next fall. Students guaranteed admission through the state's top 10% plan will still be required to submit scores. Those who opted in had a median score of 1420 on the SAT. points higher during their first college semester.

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SSA Online College Prep

OCTOBER 27, 2022

Find out if most applicants submit their test scores ! Higher SAT scores = Higher amounts of merit scholarships Avoid Remedial Class and submit your SAT scores! Learn how to improve your GPA with SAT prep Read more college admissions tips on our blog ! This raises the question of whether SAT prep is still necessary.

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UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

MARCH 15, 2024

You will find specific information on your Status page and in your admissions packet, and it is stated very clearly so there is no confusion. UGA is the flagship institution for the state of Georgia, and as such our goal is to enroll a class that is roughly 80% Georgians. These types of comments will be deleted.

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Top Tier Admissions

MARCH 15, 2024

SAT Tutoring Expert one-on-one guidance to boost your score. ENROLL NOW Last year, UT Austin’s Class of 2027 received an all-time high number of applications — around 73,000. grade points higher during their first fall semester, controlling for a wide range of factors, including high school class rank and GPA.

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BestColleges

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Standardized tests allow schools to compare the skills of students from different academic backgrounds. The SAT and ACT are used for undergraduate admissions, while the GRE is used for graduate programs. The SAT and ACT are used for undergraduate admissions, whereas the GRE is used for graduate programs.

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Admissions.Blog

JULY 20, 2023

As you prepare to graduate from high school, or even as late as your time as an undergraduate or in the weeks, months, or years after you’ve earned your undergraduate degree, you may find yourself wondering about your next steps. Nursing, as a career, is in high demand across the US, and particularly in Pennsylvania.

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UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

In-State Early Action decisions will be released at 4 pm EST today, so here are some details about the In-State EA applicant and admitted groups. About 20 minutes after we release decisions, an email will go out to students who have not already checked their status letting them know a decision is available on their status page.

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SSA Online College Prep

APRIL 26, 2022

Regardless of the arguments against SAT and ACT requirements, these exams are necessary for low SES students. Learn about t he benefits of SAT Prep and taking the SAT Read more college admissions tips on our blog ! Stu Schmill (the head of admissions at MIT) discusses the importance of lifting the test-optional policy !

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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 ). Read the following FAQs if you are a current US high school student.

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UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Out-of-State Early Action decisions will be released at 4 pm EST today, so here are some details about the overall EA applicant and admitted groups. About 20 minutes after we release decisions, an email will go out to students who have not already checked their status letting them know a decision is available on their status page.

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Elite Open School

JANUARY 20, 2021

Whether you’re heading into high school this fall or you’re currently a junior preparing for upcoming college applications, please read this article carefully to understand the changes that will affect the future of college admissions. For international students, two more SAT Subject exams will be administered in May and June 2021.

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Educated Quest

MAY 12, 2024

Forbes magazine recently came out with a list of schools that were considered to be a Public Ivy. Forbes used these criteria to rank their schools: High standardized test scores-as supplied by at least half of all 2022 applicants. And some bullet points about the importance of testing at the schools on Forbes list.

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College Essay Guy

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

The SAT doesn’t have to feel as daunting or confusing as it sometimes does to students. In fact, there are a few simple tips and tricks on the SAT that can help to pretty quickly boost your SAT score, especially in the Writing & Language section. these HACKS apply to both SAT Writing & Language and ACT English.

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Ruffaloni

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Connections is a service tied to College Board’s BigFuture School mobile app that allows prospective students to opt-in to receiving information only from colleges of their choosing. And while we don’t subscribe to that belief, our team at RNL agrees that student search is evolving. Here is what we know and how we can help your institution.

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Admissions Village

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

This week, Yale announced that they will require testing but that they are flexible on which type of testing, SAT, ACT, AP, or IB exam score. Yale has said if you want to submit AP scores in lieu of SAT or ACT scores they would like to see all of them. I want to thank my colleague Meg Joyce for co-writing this blog post with me.

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Ivy Central

JUNE 15, 2023

The admitted students represent all 50 states along with international students from 64 non-U.S. The class is also academically accomplished, with an average SAT score of 1540 and an average ACT score of 34. The class is also academically accomplished, with an average SAT score of 1540 and an average ACT score of 34.

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Koodoos Learning

MAY 6, 2020

No matter how strong your grades are or how high your SAT scores, admission isn’t guaranteed. If you’re a freshman or sophomore, here are our tips for starting high school on the right foot. Strength of Curriculum Admissions wants to see that you challenged yourself throughout your high school career.

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UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

OCTOBER 9, 2023

For UGA Admissions, early October brings out a wide range of questions about the UGA Early Action process, so here is an FAQ on the most prevalent questions out there at this time. Can you explain the two different EA decision release dates for in-state vs. out-of-state applicants? I don’t know. I really don’t.

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UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

MARCH 17, 2023

You will find specific information on your Status page and in your admissions packet, and it is stated very clearly so there is no confusion. UGA is the flagship institution for the state of Georgia, and as such our goal is to enroll a class that is roughly 80% Georgians. These types of comments will be deleted.

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Ivy Central

JUNE 8, 2023

They hail from 47 states, as well as Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands, and 44 countries. Among those whose schools provide class rankings, an astounding 444 students are currently ranked first or second in their respective classes. The average SAT score is 1500, and the average ACT Composite score is 34.

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BestColleges

JULY 17, 2023

The Classic Learning Test is an alternative to the SAT and ACT and is accepted by over 200 mostly private and religious colleges and universities. Ron DeSantis signed a bill allowing public schools to administer the test. The classically based college entrance exam that was started in 2015 by former private school educator Jeremy Tate.

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SSA Online College Prep

APRIL 13, 2023

How to Prep for College During Your Summer Break Are you a high school junior, sophomore, or even freshman trying to decide how best to spend your last few summers prepping before college ? High school summers are difficult because there are so many competing priorities - so many “right” ways to spend your time.

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Ivy Central

MAY 10, 2023

Berkeley is consistently ranked among the top public universities in the United States and the world. Proud of its distinction as being one of the best publicly funded universities in the world, Berkeley continues to employ more Nobel laureates than any other college in the United States.

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Elite Open School

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

On that day, the University of California Board of Regents (the governing and policy-making body for the entire UC system) unanimously passed UC President Janet Napolitano's proposal to eliminate the SAT and ACT as a requirement on the UC application. The ruling bars the use of SAT/ACT scores in the UC admissions process.

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Berkeley² Academy

JANUARY 21, 2021

This week College Board , released some major news with regards to future SAT exams: there will no longer be an Essay option after the June 2021 test, and there will no longer be any SAT Subject Tests in the U.S. So, what exactly do these changes to the SAT and SAT Subject Tests mean for you?

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BestColleges

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Four Florida schools admit over 90% of all applicants. It's still important to submit strong applications to schools with high acceptance rates. Is applying for college stressing you out? You can use the table below to compare data on acceptance rates, number of applicants, and median SAT/ACT scores.

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BestColleges

APRIL 15, 2024

On April 11, Harvard College announced it would require applicants for the class of 2029 — applying in fall 2024 — to submit SAT or ACT scores. In light of this momentum toward reinstituting test requirements, it was perhaps only a matter of time before other Ivies and similarly selective schools followed suit. Why the about-face?

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THE SOUTHERN SCOPE – COLLEGE ADMISSIONS BLOG

MARCH 14, 2024

Christy Conley, Lead Counselor, North Oconee High School (GA) HOT TOPICS QUICK MINUTE: SACAC Professional Development & Events MEMBER SPOTLIGHT Dr. Christy Conley, Lead Counselor, North Oconee High School (GA) Q: How long have you been in your current role? Q: How did you get started as a school-based counselor?

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StandOut College Prep

AUGUST 15, 2023

Be sure to reach out to the sponsor or check sponsor websites for the most recent details. To be considered, you must be an Alabama high school student. To be considered, applicants must be a first generation student, be an Alabama resident, have a high school GPA of 3.0 Applicants must be U.S. Renewable upon a 2.5

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Ivy Central

JUNE 26, 2023

Brandeis University is a prestigious private research university located in Waltham, Massachusetts, United States. The campus features modern and architecturally striking buildings, lush green spaces, and state-of-the-art facilities. Established in 1948, it was named after Louis D. Brandeis, the first Jewish Justice of the U.S.

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Elite Open School

APRIL 17, 2020

Dear High School Class of 2021: Wow. In addition to all spring semester activities and athletics being canceled (including junior prom, if your school has one), and on top of schools pivoting from in-person classes to distance learning online, now the College Board has officially canceled every SAT scheduled for the spring semester.

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Ivy Central

JUNE 8, 2023

One of the liberal arts colleges that seem to proliferate across the north eastern United States Wesleyan is considered to be among the best examples of its type in the country. Unfortunately, the experiment didn’t last and between 1912 and 1970 Wesleyan returned to being an all male environment.

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Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Let’s look at a few examples and figure out what the changes mean for you. Back When Middle 50% ranges- There was a time when publishing the middle 50% GPA and SAT/ACT range of admitted students was extremely helpful. Over time, however, as high schools created more and more GPA ranges, i.e. 4.0,

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