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ACT & SAT

From Practice to Perfect: PSAT to SAT Conversion

By Hilary CairnsPublished on March 7, 2025
The PSAT can help you prepare for the SAT, as it’s often seen as the “practice” SAT (though it really stands for Preliminary SAT). While it’s not a perfect 1:1 ratio, you can convert your PSAT score to an SAT score to see how you would have done if you took the real deal SAT. …
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college admissions

How Colleges Test IQ and Measure Intelligence

By Hilary CairnsPublished on February 27, 2025
Many colleges request SAT or ACT scores from applicants during their admission processes, but what about IQ? While an IQ test can give you information about your potential, colleges and universities don’t often ask for your results or test your IQ should you attend. Below, we provided an overview of IQ, what it means for …
LSAT is an acronym for the Law School Admissions Test.
college admissions

Preparing for the LSAT with Example Questions

By Hilary CairnsPublished on February 5, 2025
In order to ace the LSAT, you’re going to need to practice taking the exam. It’s not like other tests where you can study and memorize material. The LSAT tests your comprehension and reading skills, so you’re going to have to become comfortable with the types of questions. Use these sources and LSAT example questions …
What are the available accommodations for the SAT and ACT?
college applications, questions & answers

Accommodations for Students and How to Get Them

By Hilary CairnsPublished on February 5, 2025
All colleges and universities in the United States offer accommodations to students with disabilities. They can vary from advanced course selection to additional time on exams, depending on the individual’s needs. Some conditions that qualify for accommodations include learning disabilities, blindness, hard of hearing, and chronic medical conditions. You can learn more about accommodations at …
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questions & answers

10 Winter Break Camps for High School Students

By Hilary CairnsPublished on January 13, 2025
Winter break camps are an excellent way for high school students to stay active during and after the holidays! Even busy high school seniors can reap benefits of these unique opportunities. Below, we explain what a winter break camp is, their benefits, and give a few examples of camps you might want to check out. …
Should you use the Universal College Application?
college applications

Schools With Early Action

By Hilary CairnsPublished on December 19, 2024
Early Action is a great way to apply to colleges you’re sincerely interested in and to get applications out of the way. Applications are usually due on November 1 and 15, but this isn’t a hard and fast rule. In this article, we’ve created a master list of schools with Early Action application cycles so …
college admissions

Early Decision Colleges

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 6, 2024
Early Decision allows students to apply earlier to their dream colleges. However, if you’re accepted, you’re expected to attend the school the following fall. We’ve compiled a list of over 200 colleges and universities in the United States that offer Early Decision to their applicants. Here’s a review of what you can expect. What Is …
college admissions, college applications

5 FREE College Resume Templates

By College Raptor StaffPublished on November 4, 2024
Key Takeaways A college resume can be defined as a brief, one-page summary of a student’s high school accomplishments that highlights relevant education, extracurriculars, work experience, and skills. Important sections in a college resume include contact information, a summary statement, education, extracurricular activities, work experience, and relevant skills. Essential tips for creating a college resume …

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