Peterson's Blog

APRIL 8, 2025

Effective test prep is not merely about achieving a score; it’s crucial to developing the skills and confidence necessary for long-term college and career success. This blog will discuss how test prep can boost students’ college and career readiness and how it is, in essence, a relief valve.

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AdmissionSight

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

You’re not alone— around 40 to 60% of high school students experience test anxiety, a type of stress that makes it tough to focus and perform well during exams. As a high school student, you’re probably no stranger to big tests like AP exams, the PSAT, or the SAT and ACT.

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Top Tier Admissions

JULY 8, 2025

This past May, students sat for over six million AP exams across 40 different subjects. Regardless, I’m proud of my students for pushing through some of the toughest test prep materials out there in preparations for the exam.” On July 7 th , this year’s test takers received their scores. Only time will tell.

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Peterson's Blog

JANUARY 14, 2025

Unlock Students Potential: Introducing Our New Classic Learning Test Prep (CLT Prep)getting them closer to a score highlighting their college admissions strengths. What is the CLT Test? With its popularity, were excited to offer this CLT test prep to Petersons subscribers. Why Petersons for CLT Prep?

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HelloCollege

JANUARY 21, 2025

When planning for college , standardized test scores still stand out as one of the most important factors in applying to college. But one of the most common questions is, “How much does ACT/SAT tutoring cost?” How Much Does ACT/SAT Tutoring Cost? However, these classes offer a generic, one-size-fits-all approach.

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Discovery College Consulting

APRIL 29, 2025

If you have been diagnosed with a learning disability, be sure your testing is up-to-date! Testing in the last three years is the recommendation for how recent your evaluation should be and is required for receiving accommodations on the SAT/ACT and at some colleges.

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Great College Advice

JANUARY 28, 2025

Here’s a comprehensive overview of key milestones and focus areas for each year of high school, including senior year. 9th Grade: Building the Foundation Freshman year focuses on making a successful transition to high school while laying groundwork for college preparation. Consider summer retakes if needed.

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PrepScholar

JUNE 26, 2025

That means high school students need to seize every opportunity to make their college applications stand out. Summer test prep! Summer test prep isn't just about filling those long days when you're not in school. College admission is growing more competitive every year. One of the smartest moves?

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Peterson's Blog

JANUARY 16, 2025

As one of the first high school standardized tests a student takes, the PSAT can set the stage for teenagers’ expectations of themselves and future exams. The test is a critical milestone for expressing academic and college readiness; your students’ confidence on test day often reflects how well-prepared they are.

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College Essay Guy

JUNE 23, 2025

This probably won’t come as a surprise to you, but standardized testing (as in, the SAT and ACT) can have disparate negative impacts on first generation and/or low income (FGLI) students compared with wealthier students. So don’t confuse how well you do on a standardized test with how well you can do in college and life.

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Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

I gathered documents, tried, and failed to book an appointment, travelled to the DMV, drew a number, sat for three hours, turned in all my paperwork, took a mini drivers test and vision check, and finally posed for a new requisitely terrible picture. It was a ton of prep work and a huge investment of time and emotional energy.

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Emerging College Consulting

JUNE 6, 2025

If you’re helping a high school student research colleges, you’ve probably run into a lot of promotional language: small class sizes, holistic admissions, vibrant campus life. But when it’s time to move from broad impressions to specific, strategic choices, there’s one underused tool that can help: the Common Data Set (CDS).

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Peterson's Blog

MAY 28, 2025

Picture this: Your student is embarking on a crucial academic journey, perhaps a demanding test prep adventure. As a trusted provider in test prep since 1966, were on a mission to help students achieve their highest standardized test scores with accurate reporting, so they know how to approach test day effectively.

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Marks Education

APRIL 25, 2025

The Marks Difference Results Meet Our Team History Services Admissions Guidance Standardized Test Preparation Academic Tutoring AP Exam Preparation Transfer Graduate/Professional Admissions College Essay and Application Help Group Tutoring SAT & ACT® Test Prep Courses Students Middle School High School College/Graduate International Resources (..)

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 11, 2025

No need to worry about test scores and recommendation letters! Good news: unlike many other schools, UC Davis doesnt require SAT/ACT scores or recommendation letters as part of your application. That means you can skip stressing over standardized test prep and tracking down teachers for letters.

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The Koppelman Group

MAY 22, 2025

This should be obvious, and its even more obvious for a school that doesnt give early applicants a boosted rate of admission. 85% of accepted and enrolled first-years in the fall of 2024 were in the top tenth of their graduating high school class. The bar is extremely high for standardized test scores.

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Tex Admissions

JULY 4, 2025

I’ve received many more messages since COVID from middle and early high school, and even sometimes elementary parents about tips and advice for their children. My clients come to me toward the end of junior year and the beginning of senior year already having strong grades, SATs, and extracurriculars.

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HelloCollege

APRIL 22, 2025

Every year, high school students prepare for a rite of passage: their college entrance exams. A lot has changed with the ACT and SAT over the last 20 years. The SAT changed the format of the test in 2005, and again in 2016, and again in 2024. The SAT transition was a mess.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 30, 2025

Score well on the SAT/ACT. Even though Brown doesnt focus on demonstrated interest, strong SAT or ACT scores can still help bolster your application. Brown requires SAT/ACT scores for the 2024-25 application cycle , and hitting the 75th percentile is ideal. Also, dont stress if you need to retake the test.

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

If that sounds like you, this guide will walk you through everything you need to know, from GPA expectations and test scores to application tips and deadlines, so you can put together a compelling NYU application. Heres what you need to know about the application process: High school coursework. How Hard Is It to Get into NYU?

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Rice University Admission Requirements Rice University GPA Requirements Rice University SAT Requirements Rice University ACT Scores How to Increase Your Chances of Getting into Rice University Rice University Application Deadlines Frequently Asked Questions Takeaways How Hard Is It to Get into Rice University? Lets dive right in.

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Marks Education

JUNE 2, 2025

As college admissions grow increasingly competitive and more schools return to requiring test scores, strong SAT/ACT scores can make a big difference when it comes to admissions and scholarship opportunities. Were aiming to help more students than ever before through the introduction of our new SAT/ACT classes.

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Marks Education

MAY 5, 2025

The Marks Difference Results Meet Our Team History Services Admissions Guidance Standardized Test Preparation Academic Tutoring AP Exam Preparation Transfer Graduate/Professional Admissions College Essay and Application Help Group Tutoring SAT & ACT® Test Prep Courses Students Middle School High School College/Graduate International Resources (..)

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The Koppelman Group

APRIL 14, 2025

92% of the students admitted for the fall of 2024 were in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school. Scores Penn cares about test scores, and they expect them to be exceptional. For Penn, strong test scores dont make up for weaker grades but instead emphasizes strengths.

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The Koppelman Group

MAY 17, 2025

Grades 97% of accepted and enrolled students for the Class of 2028 were in the top 10th of their graduating class in high school. Scores The SAT and ACT are important, required, and nearly required to be perfect. We highly encourage our students to begin prepping for either the SAT or the ACT far in advance.

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Admissions Mom

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

If it has added value to your life and helps paint a picture of high school you and maybe even supports what you think you might want to do in the future — that’s amazing, include it in your application. Colleges want to see that you have a life beyond school work and test prep.

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Peterson's Blog

MARCH 27, 2025

Youre not cookie-cutteralthough, sometimes, in middle and high school, it can feel that way. Many teenagers wonder about the next steps after high school, and these thoughts often intensify as they progress from freshman to sophomore year, sophomore to junior year, and junior to senior year.

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Wake Forest Admission Requirements Wake Forest GPA Requirements Wake Forest SAT Requirements Wake Forest ACT Requirements How to Increase Your Chances of Getting Into Wake Forest Wake Forest Application Deadlines Frequently Asked Questions Takeaways How Hard Is It to Get into Wake Forest? If your school doesnt rank students, dont sweat it.

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Peterson's Blog

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Conclusion The DSST testing population has evolved from focusing primarily on military personnel to expanding its reach to give people even more opportunities to earn credit regardless of their background. Find DSST practice exams at Petersons, along with CLEP, AP, SAT, ACT, Firefighter, and more! appeared first on Peterson's.

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DC College Counseling

JUNE 20, 2025

Proposed changes would expand what qualifies as a legitimate educational expense, including: K–12 tuition beyond the current $10,000 cap Test prep and tutoring -> yes, that would include your DCCC fees! OFFICE HAPPENINGS Now that high school is officially out for summer, things are picking up at DCCC! new habits.

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Solomon Admissions

JUNE 6, 2025

While the review process is holistic, considering academics, extracurricular activities, and more, many schools feel the need for a universal measure or evaluation tool. Is an ‘A’ at your high school equivalent to an ‘A’ at… The post SAT vs ACT vs PSAT appeared first on Solomon Admissions Consulting.

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Peterson's Blog

JANUARY 28, 2025

Introducing our new PSAT Preparation Course crafted to give students a solid foundation for one of their first high school standardized tests. What Is the PSAT Test? Why Choose Petersons for PSAT Prep? Reserve a spot today and unlock potential with the best PSAT prep courses available!

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Admissions Mom

MAY 14, 2025

If you are new to admissions, no matter where you are in high school, start reading here from the beginning. TESTING PRACTICE AND PREP FOR THE PSAT: You take it in October, and it helps you qualify for National Merit if you score high enough. Read books that are required for school and books just for fun.

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Peterson's Blog

JUNE 18, 2025

Review ACT practice test answers explanations meticulously, and form areas to focus on based on your results. Use Peterson’s Test Prep to guide how to study for ACT test. Focus on understanding the format of ACT test prep questions. Adaptability is key.

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Peterson's Blog

OCTOBER 23, 2024

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. Scores grant entry to schools with specific requirements, award scholarships, and determine areas of strengths and weaknesses within a student’s academic career.

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Great College Advice

AUGUST 20, 2024

The junior year of high school is the most important year in preparing for college admissions. Although there is no cookie-cutter approach, here are some suggestions to kickstart the college admissions process entering your junior year of high school. Many test prep companies will provide free resources as well.

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SSA Online College Prep

APRIL 27, 2023

Countless parents have asked us why their student gets good grades but has low SAT scores - not realizing that this is super common! Prepping on her own in high school, Alyssa could never get above a 650 on the math section of the SAT exam. Get more SAT prep tips on our blog ! You can - and will!

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