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Why You Shouldn’t Take Both the ACT and SAT

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

It’s often suggested that you should take both tests to see if you do better on one than the other, but this isn’t the rule of thumb for everyone. In fact, taking both may be detrimental to your scores. Here’s why taking both the ACT and SAT may not be the best decision for you. …

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SAT Subject Tests: Mathematics Level 1

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

One fantastic way to give your college app a boost is by taking an SAT Subject Test. These additional tests highlight academic skills in certain areas that the standard SAT test can’t show. There are two Mathematics subject tests—Level 1 and 2. Let’s talk about the former. Mathematics Level 1 Overview Level 1 primarily focuses …

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A Breakdown of the Different College Entrance Exams

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

Getting into college isn’t as easy as submitting your high school transcript and writing a few essays. One very important element to a college application are college entrance exams and your scores. The most well-known college entrance exams, of course, are the ACT and SAT, but let’s break down the others as well. PSAT / …

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All About SAT Subject Tests

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

You know about the SAT, but have you ever heard about the SAT Subject Tests? They’re another way to help your admission chances with colleges. Here’s everything you need to know: What are the SAT Subject Tests? Rather than testing you on a number of subjects like the SAT or ACT, the SAT Subject Tests …

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What to Do After You Take the ACT or SAT

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

Feels good to have the Big Test Day over and done with, right? The ACT and SAT exam take up a big amount of time, energy, and focus, so to finally take the test can leave many students feeling relieved. But what now? Celebrate and Relax First off: celebrate! You worked hard and you made …

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What Should You Do If You Get A Low ACT / SAT Score?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

High ACT/SAT scores can boost your chances of getting accepted into the university of your choice. Scoring well on these tests is even more important if you are applying to highly competitive institutions, where every single aspect of your application will be weighed, including your test scores. Also, you can qualify for more scholarships with …

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7 Helpful Last Minute SAT/ACT Prep Tips

By Allison WignallLast updated on July 3, 2024

SAT and ACT prep isn’t something you should cram the week before your test date. These exams aren’t about facts and figures, and it takes months to master the material and formats. If you forgot to prepare, though, it’s better late than never! As your test date approaches, there are some last minute SAT/ACT test …

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When to Change Your Answer on the ACT / SAT (And When Not To)

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

In an ideal world, you’d never second guess your answers. It’s a great feeling when you bubble in your answer and you know, for sure, you’re right. However, it doesn’t feel as great when you’re not certain, when you’re flipping-flopping between A or C, or you think question 43 might be wrong—maybe. That uncertainty can …

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The Importance of Knowing the ACT / SAT Test Format

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

When studying for a test, you probably focus on the material, right? The actual content you’ll be tested on. If it’s a US History test, you’ll study dates, memorize key people, and read about important events. But the ACT and SAT aren’t “normal” tests. You won’t just study the tested material in preparation, but also …

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Why ACT/SAT Scores Matter for College Scholarships

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

Students find scholarships awarded for all sorts of reasons, from being a Hispanic student interested in Engineering to being fluent in Klingon. These diverse scholarships have equally diverse requirements for eligibility. Scholarships typically ask for certain SAT and ACT scores. Academic Scholarships A large number of private organizations and colleges go out of their way …