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A valedictorian is the student with the highest academic achievements in their graduating class.
college admissions, questions & answers

How to Graduate High School Early

Key Takeaway Graduating early can be a smart move for some students as it can allow them to start college sooner, enter the workforce, or begin their next chapter. There are many reasons students choose to graduate early: academic readiness, personal goals, financial reasons, or looking for more flexibility. While it’s possible to graduate high …
Should you apply early action or early decision
college applications

When Do College Applications Open?

Key Takeaways: Most college applications for the following academic year open on August 1. Students who wish to apply early should have their applications submitted by November. January 1 is the common regular decision application deadline, but some schools accept later submissions, including those which use rolling admission cycles. College applications usually open on August …
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ACT & SAT

What are the “Easiest” AP Classes?

Key Takeaways Taking AP classes is great for boosting your GPA, allows you to earn college credit, and helps you stand out on college applications. Based on the 2024 score distributions, these are the ten AP classes that the majority of students scored a 3 or higher on: AP Chinese Language and Culture, AP Research, …
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ACT & SAT

ACT Test Dates in 2025-2026

Key Takeaways If you’re thinking about taking the ACT in 2025, you’ll want to make sure you sign up for one of the test dates (June, July, September, October, or December). You can register for the ACT and see your scores by signing up for a MyACT account. Planning ahead for the ACT means you …
You'll actually have plenty of opportunities to interact and work with college upperclassmen.
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Back-To-School Activities for High School Students

Key Takeaway Looking for icebreakers and team-building exercises that students will actually love participating in? We’ve put together 10 back-to-school activities that can help establish a positive classroom environment for the year ahead: Two Truths and a Lie School Scavenger Hunt Human Knot Human Bingo Meet and Greet Event Beach Ball Toss “This or That” …
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ACT & SAT

From Practice to Perfect: PSAT to SAT Conversion

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

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

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?
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Accommodations for Students and How to Get Them

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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