Marks Education

MARCH 24, 2022

Do your summer plans include SAT or ACT preparation? . Ah, summer: beaches, barbecues, baseball, buckling down to prep for the SAT or ACT. The first step is to take baseline diagnostic tests for both the SAT and the ACT to determine which test is best for you. Timeline for Early SAT or ACT Test Takers.

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BestColleges

MARCH 7, 2024

Finally, consider retaking any or all of your GED exams to boost your scores. Test Scores Many admissions officers look to entrance exams like the ACT or SAT as college readiness indicators. Check your school's application instructions to see if they require standardized test scores. Submit a stellar personal statement.

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Revolution Tutors

JUNE 27, 2022

Although over half of all students see an increase in their composite score after a retake, it’s still possible to see that number go down by a point or two. Take some practice tests and focus on the areas where you struggle. Getting a lower score on a retake won’t affect college admission. If this happens to you, don’t worry.

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BestColleges

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Check One-quarter of students (24%) took a standardized test even though they weren’t required to for the college of their choice. SAT participation increased roughly 10% between 2022 and 2023. However, college students are questioning the validity and fairness of using standardized tests in college admissions.

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Anna Ivey Consulting

JANUARY 16, 2023

Which Standardized Tests to Take and When Love ‘em or hate ‘em, standardized tests like the SAT or ACT are still a major part of the college admissions process at some colleges. And a small number of colleges are test-blind; those college won’t look at your test scores even if you have them.

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Anna Ivey Consulting

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Take the test very seriously, and give yourself enough time to reach your maximum performance. I’ve seen people struggle with the LSAT even when they’ve gotten great scores on the SAT or the ACT or the GMAT or the GRE. The LSAT has kicked the butts of very smart people and many good test takers. Don’t be overconfident.

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The Koppelman Group

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

GPA might not be as standard as say, test scores, but that doesn’t mean you can get a low one. Test Scores Speaking of test scores, Amherst is currently test-optional, meaning you do not need to submit ACT or SAT scores to apply. For the class of 2026, 14,865 students applied, and 1,080 were accepted, or around 7%.

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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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