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Why “Cramming” Doesn’t Work for the SAT and ACT

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

If you have an SAT and ACT coming up, you might think it’s a good idea to just “cram” the few days and nights before, rather than studying the weeks prior. You may even believe you can just look over everything the evening before and be good to go. This isn’t a solid plan and …

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Why You Should Memorize SAT Exam Math Formulas

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

For many students, the math section is the most dreaded part of the SAT exam. The fact that the math formulas are provided on the test paper offers some degree of relief and hopefully one less thing to worry about during test prep. Before you rejoice at the news. You should know that it’s strongly …

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How to Study for the ACT / SAT Test If You’re a Visual Learner

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

Do you qualify as a visual learner? Visual learners tend to be people who learn better from reading or seeing information rather than hearing. If you learn this way, you might be curious how you can study for the ACT or SAT test to your advantage. Here are some tips to properly prepare and take …

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9 Helpful Standardized Testing Tips

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 17, 2023

Standardized tests, such as the SAT and ACT, are not the same as the tests you take in the classroom. Having a strategy is essential and you cannot cram for them the night before (though you shouldn’t cram for other tests either!). Use these 9 time tested standardized test taking strategies to impress colleges with …

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Improve Your ACT and SAT Scores with Method Learning

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

The ACT and SAT are a pretty big deal in the college world. It’s more than just another benchmark. Your scores on these exams can affect your acceptance odds, qualify you for scholarships, and even open up the doors to honors programs. With all that on the line, it pays to study hard and improve …

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What To Do If You Get a Low SAT or ACT Score

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

If you take the SAT or ACT, it can be discouraging to receive your test results back and find you scored low. Luckily, it’s not the end of the world, especially if you took one of the earlier testing dates. Here’s what to do if you get a low SAT or ACT score. Sign up …

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7 Common Mistakes to Avoid in the ACT Essay

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

You know what you need to focus on, but do you know which things to avoid in the ACT essay? Sometimes during the ACT the essay section, students inadvertently do things that cause them to lose points. Luckily many of the mistakes are easy to avoid if you know about them. Here are some things …

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Know Your Homophones for the ACT or SAT

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

The English language is just full of tricky challenges. What are homophones? These are words that sound the same but are spelled differently and have completely different meanings. Which is why it’s important to know your homophones for the ACT or SAT. Yes, homophones are the bane of most students at any time of the …

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When Will ACT / SAT Scores Be Released?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

After taking the ACT or SAT, you may be wondering just when the ACT or SAT score release dates are? Thankfully, in most cases, you don’t have to wait for long. However, there aren’t actually any specified ACT or SAT score release dates! Here’s a short guide to how the results are released. When are …

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Pros and Cons of Taking SAT Subject Tests

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

If you’re considering taking SAT Subject Tests, you may be wondering about the benefits and detriments. There are things to consider and it’s important to weigh both the pros and the cons before deciding on whether or not a Subject Test is the right choice for you. Pro: It Can Boost Your Application (Or Even …