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6 months ago
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PSAT STUDY TIPS

Please recommend websites or different places that have PSAT prep. Thank in advance I am a freshman trying to that the PSAT soon. I would also like to know what each section may compose of?

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6 months ago
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How do I gain motivation to study for the SAT and improve my score on the math portion?

Hello, current senior here!

I'm working on my college applications I took the SAT a total of two times and my scores were really bad since I wasn't able to manage my time and something happened in my p …

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6 months ago
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33 ACT Retake? Submit?

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7 months ago
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SAT vs. ACT; retake?

Hi guys!

I just got my results for my ACT back, with 35 Math/35 Science/36 ELA/36 Reading = 36 Composite on my first try, no studying. But now I'm worried about smth else... For reference, my super sco …

 
Submit ACT Only
35%
 
Submit SAT Only
3%
 
Retake SAT then see
17%
 
Submit both as-is.
42%
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7 months ago
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Am I able to submit only my ACT score on Common App if I took ACT w/ writing but don't want to submit my writing score?

I've taken the ACT with writing one time and scored very well on the composite, but not as well as I wanted on the writing section.

On the Common App, it asks "Would you like to report an ACT Plus Wri …

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7 months ago
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sat advice!

Hey everyone! I need some advice on the SAT! I'm a high school junior and my SAT goal is to get around a 1300 or 1400! I think I'm on the right track with the English portion but struggle with the Mat …

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7 months ago
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Stronger Profile and prepping for SAT

Hey! What are some tips to creating a stronger profile that looks more attractive to more competitive colleges? Some of the colleges I'm interested in going to are: BC, BU, NYU, and GT. Also, how does …

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8 months ago
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Can I get into most colleges with sat score of 920?

I have some questions about if you can get into a college with a 920 SAT score. I took it in March and got a 920, I checked and it was a below average score. I have already going to have a another SAT …

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8 months ago
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Should I apply Test Optional if I am in the 25th percentile for ACT?

I have a 33 ACT (which is very good don't get me wrong), and one of the reach schools I plan on applying to has a range of 33-35 ACT. Putting me in the 25th percentile for the school. The school does …

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8 months ago
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Can you update your ACT score after you submit your application?

Hello Loves!

My ACT score is currently a 32, and I'm aiming for a 34. I know that I can get there, but I need to retake the test once more. Unfortunately, I probably can't take the September ACT due …

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9 months ago
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What to do with low GPA and high test scores after being held back for one semester

Due to various health issues, I failed most classes in my freshman year. I also had to do an extra semester as a freshman. My transcript shows 3 semesters for 9th grade and 1 semester for 10th grade. …

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9 months ago
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What kind of schools should I aim for?

Hey! I'm a rising senior in the bay area hoping to get ideas on what schools I have a shot at.

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GPA 3.94UW/4.14W

SAT: 1470 (730 math, 740 verbal), likely will raise to 1500 next time I take it

Rigor

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9 months ago
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Digital SAT Prep Help

Hello all,

I’m registered to take the DSAT on October 5. I took 2 tests to assess where I’m at in terms of skill level and I scored a 1510 and 1540 with no studying. I feel as if a 1600 is very attain …

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9 months ago
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How can I improve my SAT and ACT scores?

Hi there! I am currently a rising sophomore set to graduate in the class of 2027. My dream is to study Sports Media/journalism at the University of Georgia (UGA); however my the score of my PSAT (take …

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10 months ago
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ACT experience??? please help!

So, I am really sick of Collegeboard and the SAT:( I made the big mistake of taking March SAT, which was nothing like the practice tests available at the time. THEN Collegeboard turned around and rele …

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10 months ago
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1450 SAT

Should I retake SAT with a 1450 if I am applying to highly competitive schools? I got a 760 on Math and 690 on English. Not sure I I will do better.

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10 months ago
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Can I apply tests that I took in the summer of 8th grade?

I took some test in 8th grade. I know that some colleges only accept tests taken 5 years prior and i don't know if they will accept it or not (I took my test before the 5 years, but received the resul …

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10 months ago
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Difference between the SAT and ACT

Hey! I am a rising senior and I am studying for the SAT and ACT in two months. I want to ask what the difference is between the two tests. How does the level of difficulty vary in each test?

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11 months ago
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Admission chances

Hi everyone!

I'm currently a junior(class of 2025) and I'm so lost. I want to study Nursing in a state university on a scholarship and i have no idea how to go about it especially since I'm aspiring to …

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11 months ago
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How can I improve my ACT score quickly? Attempting to go from a 31 to 34 - testing in June.

Hi there! I'm a junior, and I recently took the ACT for the first time and got a 31. I didn't study for the test at all - my school administered it and I missed its announcement, so I didn't even kn …

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