College Admission – Page 7 – College Prep Results

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...

How Many Colleges Should We Apply To?

Written by Megan Dorsey on November 10, 2017.

Is NSHSS (National Society of High School Scholars) a Scam or a Real Award?

Written by Megan Dorsey on July 6, 2017.

We received a letter from the high school that our daughter is eligible for a membership in NSHSS (National Society of High School Scholars). Is this worth the money? Should we do it? NSHSS...

Think of ACT / SAT Scores Like Another Class Rank

Written by Megan Dorsey on April 19, 2017.

Avoid Score Generalizations Most parents and students (and even high school educators) fall back on gross generalizations rather than trying to fully understand the role of ACT and SAT scores....

Honest (Sometimes Unpopular) Course Selection Advice

Written by Megan Dorsey on March 24, 2017.

How To Handle College Rejection Letters

Written by Megan Dorsey on February 17, 2017.

Acknowledge Disappointment It is upsetting. No one wants to get a rejection letter. When a student has put time and effort into vising a school, submitting an application, and picturing him or...

How Do Colleges View Multiple Attempts at the ACT/SAT?

Written by Megan Dorsey on February 7, 2017.

Standardized tests can be a key factor in college admission and scholarship awards. As a result, students often take the SAT or ACT more than once, attempting to earn the highest scores possible....

Free Tool to Help Decide if Your ACT / SAT Scores Are Good Enough

Written by Megan Dorsey on February 3, 2017.

“Are my ACT (or SAT) scores good enough?” This is a popular question that follows many high school juniors and their families. Along with other questions: Should I retake the test?...

Key Standardized Tests You May Need This Spring

Written by Megan Dorsey on January 13, 2017.

Now is a good time to plan all standardized testing for the remainder of the school year. Most families with juniors know it is time to take (or retake) either the SAT or ACT. But there...

Strategies for Your First College Visit

Written by Megan Dorsey on January 3, 2017.

The entire college admissions process has accelerated over the past ten years. Now you will find some state university applications due November or December 1 and a general push to complete the process...

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