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Standardized Testing Guide for First Gen and/or Low Income Students

College Essay Guy

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. How to spot a school's REAL test policy Final Thoughts What even are these tests? And they mean it!

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Insight into the National Merit Scholarship Program

Berkeley² Academy

But what does this mean, and how does the National Merit Scholarship Program work? What is the National Merit Scholarship Program? Additionally, there are three types of National Merit Scholarships available for around half of the National Merit Finalists (~7,500 students).

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Grades and Course Rigor Matter the Most in College Admissions

Great College Advice

What About Standardized Test Scores? The other academic factor is your test score on the ACT or SAT. Now much has been said about the diminishing importance of standardized tests in the admissions process. Many colleges and universities were “test-optional” before the start of the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020.

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Scholarships for High School Sophomores

HelloCollege

With the cost of college rising annually and recent changes to the FAFSA decreasing the number of families that qualify for need-based aid, scholarships are becoming more important to college planning than ever before. So why not do the same with scholarships? Scholarships for high school sophomores can be a great way to get started.

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College Planning for Juniors: How to Prepare for the College Application Process

ACM College Consulting

Prepare for Standardized Tests If you plan to take the SAT or ACT, start preparing now. Plan to take the test at least twice this spring and summer to meet fall deadlines. While most colleges are test-free or test-optional, remember that more and more schools are shifting back to requiring testing.

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Understanding Your Child’s PSAT Score

Excelsior Admissions Consulting

On their PSAT score report, juniors receive a Selection Index score that is used to determine their qualification for National Merit Scholarship eligibility. The National Merit Scholarship Corporation compares a student’s score to the eligibility score for that student’s home state. Who Does Not Need to Take the PSAT?

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Make the Most of Your Online Tutoring Sessions

Peterson's Blog

Preparing for Major Exams or Transitions —Standardized tests, college admissions, or transitioning to a new grade level can be stressful. Our tutors will review your writing submission—whether a book report, college essay, or scholarship application—and provide feedback on cohesion, clarity, and persuasiveness. Ask questions.