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Orientation is one of the student events that happens after you've chosen your college.
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Student Events that Happen After You Accept a College Offer

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
Congratulations! You’ve chosen your college. You may be wondering what happens next. Every school is different, but here are a few student events you can expect to happen over the next few months. Orientation  Almost all colleges and universities have some sort of orientation for students. This is usually a “getting to know you” time …
Here are 4 ACT science tips to help you get through the section.
ACT & SAT

Mistakes to Avoid: ACT Science Section

By Morgan StaubLast updated on December 22, 2022
One of the major differences between the SAT and ACT is the latter’s addition of a section focused, ostensibly, on science. More specifically, the section is branded “Science Reasoning”. It asks students to draw conclusions based on graphs, charts, and other presented information. For some students, this section can be intimidating. I was never a …
ACT & SAT

What to Avoid in the ACT Reading Section

By Ellen AndersenLast updated on December 22, 2022
Everyone gets a little jittery before a big test, but that’s totally normal! What’s important to remember is all the practicing and studying you’ve been doing, especially for something like the ACT. The ACT tests your skills, so here are some common mistakes to avoid when taking the reading section. Reading too fast. When you …
Avoid these mistakes on the ACT writing section
ACT & SAT

ACT Prep: What to Avoid on the Writing Section

By Ellen AndersenLast updated on December 22, 2022
Ah, the “optional” writing test on the ACT. 40 minutes of attempting to write a cohesive essay after every teacher you’ve ever had has said, “You can’t write a good essay overnight.” It’s difficult, true, but your essay doesn’t have to be the best you’ve ever written. Here are some mistakes you’ll want to avoid …
ACT & SAT

Mistakes to Avoid on the SAT: Reading Section

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
Sometimes it helps to know mistakes you should avoid when it comes to exams. Here are some things you will want to try to look for or remember when you’re on the Reading Section of the SAT. Being Careless With Time Management Time management is necessary for any portion of the SAT, but it is …
Should you write about money in your college essay?
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Should You Write About Money in Your College Essay?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
There are several stories online about students who impressed colleges with their outstanding college essays that revolved around money. However, what you don’t read about are the thousands of college essays about money that failed to serve their purpose. So don’t get blindly swayed by these news articles and success stories. Writing about money in …
Why is the SAT important? Why is the ACT important?
ACT & SAT

Why is the ACT/SAT So Important?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
Why is the ACT/SAT So Important?  You hear about the ACT and SAT exams so much during your high school years that you may be wondering “What is the big deal?” However, the ACT/SAT are so important to your education, during high school and college, as well as potentially affecting your future career. Why is the SAT …
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ACT & SAT

3 Mistakes To Avoid On The SAT Math Section

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
All students, whether they are good or bad in high school math, can make the same mistakes on the SAT math section. These are some of the common mistakes that all students tend to make and how you can avoid them. Mistake #1: Not Writing Out All Of The Steps Writing out all the steps …

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