SAT vs ACT: Which is More Popular?
Once wildly more popular than the ACT, the SAT saw a big drop in market share in the mid 2000’s. Which test is more popular today?
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Test-Optional, Not Test-Blind: 3 Steps to Boost Your Score
Many colleges have waived SAT and ACT score requirements due to the impact of COVID-19. However, a majority of schools are only test-optional – not test-blind. This means colleges will consider your test score if you send it. By preparing for and taking the SAT or ACT test, you can provide a more complete picture of your academic abilities.
Summer 2020 Reading List
Summertime – when the days are long and school is out – presents an ideal time to engage in high-quality reading. We’ve gathered a summer reading list of diverse, nuanced books below for you to enjoy this summer.
The Average SAT Scores by State
Average SAT scores vary from state to state. Although the national average SAT score is 1059, more than 2.2 million students take the SAT test! Knowing the average SAT score in your state helps you understand where you stand among students in a similar situation and what a good SAT score is for you.
20 Books to Add to Your Spring Reading List
Did you know that reading is a great way to prepare for the ACT or SAT Reading section? Whatever your schedule looks like right now, consider picking up a fresh book from one of the 20 books below (including 12 that are also movies) and adding some reading-for-fun to your work-from-home schedule.
How do the SAT Essay and ACT Essay Compare?
A tale of two essays – both alike in dignity, and optional to test and university. But if you choose to take the optional ACT or SAT Essay section, keep in mind that the differences between these essays mean you will need to prepare differently for each one.
Homeschool Schedule for the SAT or ACT
Millions of students are home from school due to the coronavirus outbreak; you probably need a good homeschool schedule, and fast. Download one of these free, printable homeschool schedules for the ACT and SAT to keep your student on track through the end of the school year.
How to Write the SAT Essay
If you decide to take the SAT Essay section, don’t skip out on prep. Arm yourself with tips for the SAT Essay section and take a look at the SAT Essay rubric to see how graders score your essay!
Spring SAT, ACT Canceled Due to COVID-19. Now What?
So perhaps you’ve heard the news of the cancellation of the April ACT and May SAT in order to reduce the spread of the coronavirus. And perhaps you’re wondering what you should do; should you reschedule and keep studying? And how can you make studying from home count?
What is a Good SAT Score in 2020?
A few weeks ago we wrote about how the SAT is scored. But what is a good SAT score in 2020? What SAT scores do Ivy Leagues look for? And how do you figure out what score to aim for?