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Why You Should Retake the SAT

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

After all that studying, prepping, practice test-taking, stressing, and finally taking the SAT, the last thing you’re probably thinking is: I want to do that again. The SAT is a big deal and a big commitment, especially in the middle of college searching and regular school. So once you’re done with the test, why should you …

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Should You Retake the ACT?

By Olivia PittmanLast updated on December 22, 2022

Wondering if you should retake the ACT? Many students benefit from retakes—in fact, 57 percent of students score higher when they take the test more than once! Retaking may not be necessary for everyone, but here are some things to consider when deciding whether you should. A higher score can increase more than your admissions …

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Registering for the ACT/SAT: How to Choose Your Testing Location

By Katelyn McAdamLast updated on December 22, 2022

You’ve decided to take the next step for your future–you’re signing up for the ACT or SAT. Congrats! I know, I know–calm down, it’s a test, it’s not that exciting. But if you’re registering for the ACT/SAT that means college is on your radar and you’re planning for what just might be the best 4 (ish) …

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Average SAT/ACT Score For Yale: What It Takes To Get In

By Olivia PittmanLast updated on May 22, 2024

A strong standardized test score is an important part of a competitive application to Yale. But how do you know if your score is good enough? One way to do this is by finding out the average SAT/ACT score for Yale. Knowing what SAT or ACT score is needed for Yale will give you an …

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Vanderbilt University ACT & SAT Scores: What It Takes To Get In

By Olivia PittmanLast updated on December 22, 2022

Nearly 30,000 students apply to Vanderbilt University in Nashville each year. Of these, just under 4,000 students are accepted, for a 13 percent admissions rate. VU’s admissions committee requires either an ACT or an SAT score. If you take SAT subjects tests, you can submit them with your application for consideration as well, but they’re …

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Carnegie Mellon University ACT & SAT Scores: What It Takes To Get In

By Olivia PittmanLast updated on December 22, 2022

Carnegie Mellon University is perhaps best known for its computer science and engineering programs. However, the private university offers a full range of bachelor’s programs in the arts and humanities as well. Carnegie Mellon receives nearly 20,000 applications each year. Of these, the school accepts 5,000 students. At 24.6 percent, the admissions rate to Carnegie …

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Duke ACT & SAT Test Scores: What You Need To Get In

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

Known for its top-notch academics, research, as well as passionate and expert teachers, Duke is a powerhouse university that offers each and every one of its students a challenge and reward. As one of the top private, co-ed colleges in the US, Duke is as selective as it is prestigious. With an acceptance rate of …

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The ACT and SAT Scores You Need to Get Into USC

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

The University of Southern California (USC) is one of the leading private research universities in the country. The university has esteemed programs for business, education, engineering, medicine, social work, and law. The other programs to note include USC’s journalism and cinema schools. With so much prestige comes heavy competition. Over 70,000 students apply each year, …

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Average SAT Score for the New SAT

By Katelyn McAdamLast updated on December 22, 2022

Want to know how you measure up? We break down the average SAT score on the New SAT and help you understand how you stack up against the competition.

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How to Get Into MIT: 9 Important Factors

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on January 13, 2025

The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) is a top ranking school, well known for its dedication to science and technology. However, it’s not easy to get accepted. Nearly 27,000 students submitted applications to the school in the 2023 admissions cycle, but only 1,345 were accepted (or 5%). Students applying to MIT need to have a …