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Why I Currently Prefer the SAT to the ACT

Written by Megan Dorsey on August 20, 2026.

The SAT and ACT have made some significant changes in recent years— some benefiting student, other more self-serving. I work with students to prepare for both exams and currently favor the...

CLT: An Alternative to ACT / SAT?

Written by Megan Dorsey on November 21, 2025.

I’ll be the first person to tell you the SAT and ACT are flawed. Wouldn’t it be great if there was a better alternative? The CLT (Classic Learning Test) would like step in where the ACT and SAT...

When should students take the SAT / ACT?

Written by Megan Dorsey on July 8, 2025.

The quick answer is anytime junior year. The full answer involves some key details. Is the student an ultra-high scorer who might earn scholarships from the PSAT? Does the student have an...

Should You Take the SAT or ACT Essay?

Written by Megan Dorsey on March 4, 2025.

As you register for the ACT / SAT, you might see an option to add the written essay portion. Should you? Could it help your scores or chances of admission? While the written essay was once a common...

How to Get SAT / ACT Accommodations

Written by Megan Dorsey on February 20, 2025.

In my last blog, I shared a video detailing the spring 2025 changes to SAT accommodations. You can see it HERE. A number of people asked what they needed to do to receive extra time or other accommodations....

What Juniors Need to do This Year for the SAT / ACT

Written by Megan Dorsey on January 9, 2025.

Taking the SAT or ACT is an important part of planning for college admissions. The timing of these tests can impact not only scores but also the overall college application experience. (No one wants...

2025: Update on ACT / SAT Changes

Written by Megan Dorsey on December 18, 2024.

This year marked a major change in college admissions testing: the SAT began fully digital exams back in March. Although there were small-scale issues, overall the switch from a paper and pencil exam...

Will This Year’s Juniors (c/o 2026) Need ACT/SAT Scores?

Written by Megan Dorsey on August 8, 2024.

If you ask current seniors if you need test scores for college admission, you will likely get mixed responses. Some absolutely need them. Others will find they are better off applying test optional. Where...

Should I register for the writing section of the ACT or SAT?

Written by Megan Dorsey on July 26, 2024.

If you want the quick answer to whether you should register for the extra writing section on the ACT or SAT, the answer is NO. Let me explain why these essays exist, how they are scored, and...

Is Summer a Good Time for Test Prep?

Written by Megan Dorsey on May 15, 2024.

Recently I’ve gotten many requests for summer test prep. On one hand, students have more time to study, but it isn’t always a good plan. More Time I can’t argue with the benefit of...

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