Top Tier Admissions

APRIL 30, 2024

Whether preparing for a ninth-grade placement test or debating between AP Stats and AP Calculus, budding artists and engineers alike worry how their math class will affect their college prospects. One admissions professional interviewed in the study noted, “Calculus is an easy answer to a complicated question.

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Strategic College Consulting

MARCH 11, 2024

Advanced Placement (AP) testing is coming up soon and it’s an opportunity to highlight strong test scores to admissions officers and earn college credit. These tests are important as they let admissions officers see your mastery of a subject. It’s important to prepare well for these tests.

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Top Tier Admissions

MARCH 19, 2024

As you gear up for May AP exams , now is the time to take ownership of your AP prep. While these exams may still seem distant, beginning your preparation now is the key to a strong performance and alleviating test anxiety and stress. AP Exam Tutoring Our tutors offer customized tutoring designed to fit the needs of each student.

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Berkeley² Academy

JUNE 23, 2023

As the culmination of rigorous high school courses, , Advanced Placement (AP) and , International Baccalaureate (IB) exams hold great significance for students seeking admission to colleges and universities. When do AP/IB Exam Scores come out? They become accessible online through the College Board's AP Score portal.

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Excelsior Admissions Consulting

MARCH 11, 2024

When close to 70% of high school students applying to college are reporting GPAs in the A range, it is understandable that college admissions offices are having a difficult time relying on high school GPAs. Also, students should consider their intended major when choosing high school courses. high schools in the last few decades.

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Berkeley² Academy

APRIL 20, 2024

Regional Admissions Officers will be comparing your academic profile to other students in your high school and area when reviewing applications. They will be considering whether you challenged yourself with AP/IB/Advanced courses and how well you performed in class and on standardized exams. college applications! Add to your resume!

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Top Tier Admissions

MARCH 7, 2024

In February, the College Board announced physics course and exam revisions, which will take effect with the 2024-25 school year (May 2025 AP Exams). AP PHYSICS ROADMAP What are the key differences between the four Physics AP offerings? AP PHYSICS ROADMAP What are the key differences between the four Physics AP offerings?

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Top Tier Admissions

JULY 5, 2023

We recently posted our Top Tips for Acing any School Exam and now we bring you our top tips for acing any standardized test! STUDY EFFICIENTLY FOR STANDARDIZED EXAMS When preparing for the ACT, SAT, AP exams, SSAT/ISEE, or any other standardized test, the best approach is… you guessed it: to start early and with a strategy !

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Top Tier Admissions

APRIL 12, 2024

HARVARD REVERSES COURSE ON TESTING REQUIREMENT Despite Harvard’s previous commitment to remaining test-optional through the Class of 2030, the college announced on April 11 it would require students applying for fall 2025 admission to submit either an SAT or ACT score. More than 15% of admitted students are international.

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UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

When you log into your status page, you will see a “View Update” link under the Status Update, and that is where you will see your decision. Mid 50% Admitted Average SAT (EBRW+M): 1340-1510 -This is data for students who were admitted with the SAT being the highest or only test score in their review.

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Great College Advice

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

By this point, most college-bound juniors are knee-deep in college visits, building college lists, thinking about the dreaded SAT and ACT tests, and trying to keep the grades up until the end of the semester. Do not slack off when you arrange your senior schedule. Some seniors are even taking five APs. You get the idea.

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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. For example, what if a student has some AP scores they want to disclose but not others?

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Koodoos Learning

MAY 6, 2020

Grades in College Prep Courses As you consider whether to take AP courses, think about the impact of these courses on your college application. Grades in College Prep Courses As you consider whether to take AP courses, think about the impact of these courses on your college application.

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UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

MARCH 17, 2023

When you have the time, please review this, as there is key information in the Next Step materials. I will not break down the academic data into GA/non-GA accepted students, because overall the academic information is very similar , with the only difference of note being that test scores are somewhat higher for non-GA accepted students.

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DC College Counseling

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

YALE UNIVERSITY REVERSES COURSE TO BEGIN REQUIRING STANDARDIZED TEST SCORES AGAIN Yale announced the results of an internal study which demonstrated that standardized test scores are the best predictor of undergraduate student success on their campus. If you can’t keep these policies straight, you aren’t alone!

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BestColleges

AUGUST 24, 2023

The Arkansas LEARNS Act bans teaching critical race theory, and state officials say AP African American Studies could violate that law. Days before the start of the school year, the Arkansas Department of Education announced AP African American Studies is no longer a state-approved course. 15, but on Aug. In May, Florida Gov.

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UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

DECEMBER 15, 2023

When you log into your status page, you will see a “View Update” link under the Status Update, and that is where you will see your decision. Mid 50% Admitted Average SAT (EBRW+M): 1370-1500 -This is data for students who were admitted with the SAT being the highest or only test score in their review.

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Top Tier Admissions

APRIL 20, 2023

THE ACADEMIC INDEX FORMULA Traditionally, the AI formula combined a student’s rank in their high school with standardized test scores to map out their strength on a scale of 1 to 240 (240 being #1 rank with all perfect test scores on US tests like the SAT). Use your summers wisely and push ahead.

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Peterson's Blog

APRIL 17, 2023

AP tests are fast approaching and we’re here to help you prepare for exam day. This article will show you test prep tips and our Top 5 AP Study Guides to help you go into test day with confidence. This old adage couldn’t be more true when it comes to test prep.

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Top Tier Admissions

MAY 10, 2024

While Ivy League institutions such as Dartmouth College , Yale University , Brown University , Harvard University and Cornell University announced a return to requiring SAT or ACT scores, Duke remains test optional. This cycle, Duke will still take into account standardized test scores when submitted, including AP and IB scores.

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Spark Admissions

JUNE 7, 2023

Strong candidates for Ivy League schools are able to present both exceptionally strong grades and a rigorous course load (as in, many Honors, Advanced, and AP- or IB-level courses). A strong test score can fortify an applicant’s other academic and intellectual strengths in the admissions process.

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HelloCollege

APRIL 26, 2023

AP Exams are an essential milestone in your high school career. High School students who want to prepare for college-level courses and earn credits ahead of time should plan on taking these tests. But, how can you improve your chances of getting a 5 on your AP Exams ? Study ahead of Time The AP exams cover a lot of material.

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Shemmassian Academic Consulting

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

With over 450 student groups available, the sky’s the limit when it comes to engaging in the campus community—students can pursue anything from competing in broomball leagues to delivering art education to local students. When viewing the test scores below, note that 42 percent of admitted students did not submit test scores.

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Solomon Admissions

JUNE 29, 2023

In addition to the usual application materials, like transcripts, letters of recommendation, and essays, students are often asked to submit standardized test scores from either the SAT or ACT exam when applying to college. Top schools do not recommend one test over the other; students are allowed to submit whichever one they prefer.

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Ruffaloni

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

This shift from the College Board is primarily a response to data privacy legislation that dictates how student information can be shared when it is collected digitally and during the school day. Geographies will available) 5 Test Score Band options. Here is what we know and how we can help your institution. What is Connections?

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DC College Counseling

APRIL 27, 2023

AP exams are just days away, and we know that means a lot of stress and study overload for students. So what do you do if you’re trying to juggle exam prep for your four APs or can’t seem to manage your test anxiety? Read our list of last-minute study tips to ensure you’ll feel confident and ready to tackle your AP exams.

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Berkeley² Academy

APRIL 13, 2024

For many test-takers, March SAT results did not align with score expectations. A quick browse of online discussion forums shows that many students scored significantly lower than their practice test averages, resulting in frustration and confusion about the best way forward.

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Excelsior Admissions Consulting

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

JUNIOR YEAR September - January Schedule and sit for standardized ACT or SAT tests if the student is taking them. Here is a list of colleges and universities that are standardized test-optional for the upcoming admissions cycle. May Study for and take SAT or ACT tests, if offered. Study for and take AP Exams, if offered.

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Marks Education

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Ready for the AP Calculus Exam? This year, both AP Calculus exams are offered on May 8 th. The Nuts and Bolts of the AP Calculus Exams Before you begin studying for an AP Calculus exam, let’s look at the format of the tests. Multiple-choice questions are given 1.2 Multiple-choice questions are given 1.2

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Marks Education

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Ready for the AP Calculus Exam? This year, both AP Calculus exams are offered on May 8 th. The Nuts and Bolts of the AP Calculus Exams Before you begin studying for an AP Calculus exam, let’s look at the format of the tests. Multiple-choice questions are given 1.2 Multiple-choice questions are given 1.2

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SSA Online College Prep

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Take AP courses and follow up with the exams! Study for the SAT and/or the ACT Junior year is the best time to start taking standardized tests for college. Taking tests like this during junior year is a lot less stressful and time consuming than last minute test taking and studying during senior college apps season.

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College Essay Guy

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Admission test scores (ACT, SAT) 185 4.9 Subject test scores (AP, IB) 185 1.1 Because the application process can seem fairly mysterious (Though it doesn’t have to! But that’s why you’re here.), What exactly matters to colleges the most? They actually tell you. How have admission factors changed over time? Portfolio 185 4.9

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Solomon Admissions

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Did you know that there are over 1,830 colleges and universities that have switched to test-optional over the last few years? These universities recognize that standardized tests alone do not fully represent a student’s abilities, talents, and/or potential. So, what does the term ‘test-optional’ really mean for you as a student?

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HelloCollege

AUGUST 7, 2023

AP courses, also known as Advanced Placement courses, have a range of benefits. Participating in AP courses looks good on college applications since college admissions officers will see that you are willing to challenge yourself and take on more difficult classwork. How Do AP Courses Boost Your GPA?

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Discovery College Consulting

MARCH 5, 2024

He says, “When I’m old, and I’ve had my fun, I’ll sell my inventions so that everyone can be superheroes, everyone can be super. And, when everyone’s super, no one will be.” It seems to me that we can apply this idea to grades: when everyone has a 4.0, A great test score might be useful. Sadly, the opposite has occurred.

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Discovery College Consulting

APRIL 30, 2024

Test-optional. Test-flexible. Test-blind. If you’re a high school student, or the parent of one, you may feel like you’re experiencing whiplash in trying to keep up with the ever-evolving test requirements at U.S. For example, students may be allowed to submit AP or IB scores.

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Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

MARCH 6, 2023

I loved watching Family Feud when I was a kid. Admission deans have been hired and fired based on their ability to meet specific institutional priorities: raise our standardized test score average, decrease our admit rate, eat into the market share of our biggest rival. And what kind of incomplete life have you been living?

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