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What can you do if you can't afford the ACT or SAT
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What to Do If You Can’t Afford to Take the ACT or SAT

By Tyler HakesLast updated on December 22, 2022
One thing that comes as a shock to many students is that it costs money to take the ACT or SAT and some students can’t afford it. In fact–it’s not cheap. It costs about $30-50 to take either test, depending on whether or not you include the optional writing portion. Plus, there are extra fees …
Here's how to choose the best online business degree program.
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How To Choose an Online Business Degree (BBA) Program

By Kaeli Nieves-WhitmoreLast updated on December 22, 2022
Online business degrees have become incredibly popular over the past few years. This can be attributed to a multitude of factors, but one of the most common reasons we hear from students is that they enjoy having the flexibility of scheduling online classes around their work and personal lives. With so many different options available …
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How is the New 2016 SAT scored?

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022
The score of your SAT test is a pretty big deal, and since college admittance chances, scholarships, and future job or internship possibilities can all be linked to how well you do, it’s important to understand just what that number means. Here we’ll break down just how the SAT is scored. What does your score mean? Well, …
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Do Colleges Prefer ACT or SAT? Which is More Popular?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
If you’re hoping to apply to college, you may be trying to decide which standardized test to take: the ACT vs. SAT. It will please you to hear that colleges do not prefer the SAT over the ACT or vice versa. We’ll cover the myth that the SAT is preferred over the ACT, as well …
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13 Ways to Advance Your Career in Business

By Tyler HakesLast updated on December 22, 2022
In the world of business careers, it can sometimes feel hard to stand out. Many times, your job will require you to be more of a general practitioner than a specialist or true expert in one particular field. When this happens, it may be difficult to identify your next career move. “I’m pretty good at …
Why should you retake the SAT after all the work you put in the first time
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Why You Should Retake the SAT

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022
After all that studying, prepping, practice test-taking, stressing, and finally taking the SAT, the last thing you’re probably thinking is: I want to do that again. The SAT is a big deal and a big commitment, especially in the middle of college searching and regular school. So once you’re done with the test, why should you …
The new PSAT is a bit different from the old one in terms of scoring.
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Should You Retake the ACT?

By Olivia PittmanLast updated on December 22, 2022
Wondering if you should retake the ACT? Many students benefit from retakes—in fact, 57 percent of students score higher when they take the test more than once! Retaking may not be necessary for everyone, but here are some things to consider when deciding whether you should. A higher score can increase more than your admissions …
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13 Things Teachers Actually Do During the Summer

By Katelyn McAdamLast updated on December 22, 2022
It’s the last day of school, and the bell is about to ring. The students in your classroom can barely contain their excitement and they’re probably begging you to let them go “just one minute early”. Part of you wants to set them free so you can sit down and close your eyes for half …

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