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Category: Exams (ACT, AP, SAT)

3 Small, Surefire Ways to Practice for the SAT

Do you need to practice for the SAT? I hated the SAT but I got a pretty darn good score. And I got it by doing three small but pivotal things to prepare.

SAT and ACT Timeline – Planning the Tests

The SAT/ACT is a daunting eventuality for any university-bound student. While some students have begun their college preparation even before getting to high school, other than keeping good grades, a standardized test is the first big step towards college admittance.

How Many SAT II Subject Tests Are Recommended?

Many parents and students come to us at Empowerly and ask us a few questions about SAT II subject tests, from how many to which ones.

Boost Your Test Scores with 3 Easy Fixes

If you're down to the wire and looking for some quick and dirty tips for how to boost your test scores quickly, here are three easy fixes to improve your results.

Colleges Move to Test-Optional Policy Amid COVID-19

Since the cancellation of SAT and ACT test dates, some colleges have decided to make the upcoming admission cycle test-optional, and consider test optional policy for good.Â

My SAT Was Cancelled. What Do I Do Now?

You find yourself faced with the question: to take or not to take? Is it even worth my time and effort if some colleges no longer require it? Can I juggle the work that I need to put in to prepare, as well as the added pressure of studying online? Let's dive in, and answer all those questions and more.

What an Admissions Expert Has to Say About AP Tests

It's AP season, so we talked to one of our wonderful counselors, Jennifer Liepin, about her own advice on AP tests. Read her thoughts below about: why you should take AP classes, how they help with college applications, how to prepare for the test, and what you should do if you don't do well.

College Admissions Dropping Test Scores: Permanently?

College admissions boards across the nation are dropping standardized test scores as a requirement. Some campuses plan to drop them for good.

Are SAT Subject Tests Really That Important Anymore?

Standardized testing has been a hot topic on our blog this year as well as in the world of college admissions. SAT Subject Tests are no exception!