When it comes to the Math Section of the SAT and ACT, students often think that they will succeed by simply knowing mathematical concepts, but this is not enough to excel. In fact, if you have taken/are taking Pre-Calculus, you have already been taught all the math content that the SAT or ACT covers. We need to know the content as a baseline, but that is not our goal.
Read MoreThe college application process inherently consumes time and causes stress, especially the college essay portion. The first half of the application process entails the tedious recounting of everything accomplished in high school, while the second half —the essay portion—requires more time and reflection. Different universities often ask a variety of in-depth questions while expecting concise, well-written, and authentic responses. Through personal experience, I have learned the importance of starting your college essays sooner rather than later. Getting started earlier helps to mitigate stress while eliminating the feeling of trying to meet a rapidly approaching deadline. Procrastinating makes it significantly more difficult to produce an excellent essay.
Read MoreA few years ago, a family approached me asking to review their (obviously) gifted daughter for the BMAT (stands for the BioMedical Admissions Test, given to international students planning to go into the BioMedical field anywhere in the US and abroad). This student had all A's in her classes, she was a foreigner (English is her second language), was just here for 6 months, & did NOT have much of a learning curve with a full load of AP classes here and abroad. For a senior student, with just one semester here in the US, she was really killing it in school (teenage slang for: "really doing well"). I was quite impressed with this young lady. At any rate, she and her parents were surprised and even worried why her scores were substandardly not reflecting what she knew in the three BMAT practice tests she took at home. When I asked if a timer was turned on whenever she took a practice exam, she said: "No. I didn't think it was necessary". She told me she couldn't really finish the test with a timer.
Read MoreOn the day of the AP Physics C Exam, I woke up early with my stomach already twisting into knots. I was especially nervous because this was not only my first experience with an online AP Exam, but also the first online AP Exam ever administered. Because of that, there was no one to give me advice on the best method of submission and no one to warn me about any flaws regarding the testing platform itself. I was among the first students to undergo an unprecedented academic experience- the College Board’s first globally-administered online AP Exam.
Read MoreAs a senior graduating with 10 APs I did not expect the last four AP Exams to pose a challenge. But I was wrong. Taking my exams virtually appeared to be a challenge: not enough time, hardly any material covered, inability to write and take notes. These new challenges were completely unprepared for. I tremendously studied for my AP Lit exam , As an A-student in class, I received nothing but top scores for my essays.
Read MoreThe College Board has recently informed students that the SAT tests in May and June have been canceled due to the coronavirus. I understand that it is difficult to have important events postponed, such as testing due to the coronavirus.
Read MoreWhen I found out that this year’s AP Exams were not canceled, I immediately let out a sigh of relief. I had worked hard throughout the school year, learning and preparing for these exams. As a senior in high school, I did not want to miss an opportunity to receive college credit before I left for university in the fall.
Read MoreI have never considered myself a student to get easily flustered over exams, but taking the ACT and the SAT multiple times really did a number on me my junior year and the start of senior year.
Read MoreAs someone who has taken both the SAT and ACT a couple of times, I can wholeheartedly say I wish I knew a few things before testing. It’s very stressful once you’re in the moment; luckily, I had my twin brother with me to get some jokes out of our system before the daunting tests began. Many kids find standardized tests nerve-wracking, but I have some tips to help you through it!
Read MoreFor many highschoolers, taking the ACT is a daunting endeavor; however, with the right preparation and effective test-taking strategies, it is possible to surmount the challenges of the ACT!
Read MoreMy first time taking the ACT, I came into the test with frazzled nerves. Even though I had studied for many hours before the exam, I still felt unprepared.
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