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Should I Retake the SAT or ACT?

Written by Megan Dorsey on April 12, 2019.

First, it might help to understand that nationwide most students take their test of choice 2 to 3 times. It is possible, but less common, for students to feel satisfied with their first attempt...

Watch Out for Fake Practice Tests for the SAT & ACT

Written by Megan Dorsey on February 18, 2019.

What advertisements to watch out for so you don’t get bamboozled by fake practice tests Legitimate methods for taking practice tests Creative ways to get your teen to take “kitchen...

How to Choose the Right Calculator for High School

Written by Megan Dorsey on September 7, 2018.

The Short Answer While it is essential to have a working calculator for the SAT or ACT, it is not necessary to buy an expensive graphing model for these exams. Working knowledge of the calculator is...

Testing Accommodations for the ACT, SAT, PSAT, or AP exams

Written by Megan Dorsey on May 7, 2018.

Sometimes I don’t want to watch an entire video, so for those of you who want a quick summary, here are some of my notes. I’m going to explain who gets extended time & why what...

Necessary college planning for current sophomores and juniors

Written by Megan Dorsey on March 28, 2018.

I’ve seen so many families with good intentions (and plans) fall behind because they didn’t realize how little time they actually had for college visits, attempts at the SAT or ACT, or applications....

Does it hurt to take the SAT / ACT multiple times?

Written by Megan Dorsey on January 12, 2018.

Does it hurt to take the SAT / ACT multiple times? Will colleges question why I took the test for a 4th time? Will it help if colleges see I’m improving my scores by taking the ACT / SAT more? Most...

SAT and ACT "Extras" That Are Worth Paying For

Written by Megan Dorsey on November 3, 2017.

There are a lot of options to add to your cart when registering for the SAT or ACT. I skip over most of them, but there are a few items I consider essential. The other day I spent 20 minutes on the...

When Should I Take the SAT or ACT?

Written by Megan Dorsey on July 18, 2017.

This is one of the college planning questions that has a straightforward answer: take the tests, so that even with re-takes, you are DONE by the end of your junior year. Avoid senior year...

How Much Math Do I Need for the ACT and SAT?

Written by Megan Dorsey on July 11, 2017.

The ACT and SAT are designed for high school juniors. But we know that not all juniors around the world are taking the same math courses. Here’s what students need to know before taking the...

Is It Better to Take the ACT or SAT?

Written by Megan Dorsey on June 30, 2017.

In 2017 it doesn’t matter which test you take. Any college that requires standardized test scores for admission will accept either exam– with no preference given to one over the...

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