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What Does Test-Optional Really Mean?
Even as many colleges temporarily extend their test-optional admissions policies another year, your Test score still can greatly affect your merit-based scholarships and college admissions. Test-optional is really only for those excited to pay full price. JUMPING THAT SCORE remains the best-paying job a high school student can have.
The PSAT/NMSQT® and How To Prepare
The PSAT/NMSQT® Test. What is it, and why does it matter for juniors? What is the PSAT/NMSQT® Test? The PSAT/NMSQT® (Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test)...
Average SAT® Test Score by State 2026
Curious how your SAT® Test score compares? Knowing how your SAT® Test score compares to national and state averages can be a helpful tool as you study and prepare. What is the average SAT® Test...
Direct Admissions to College
Direct admissions to college mean you can now be accepted to a college without ever even applying. Eager to boost enrollments and student diversity, many universities are using this new direct...
ACT® Test Scores: Everything You Need to Know
The test is done. Your sharpened pencils are dull (or broken), and your granola bar has long been eaten. Now you wait until you get your ACT® Test scores. But once you get your scores back, what do...
SAT® Scores 2026: What You Should Know
You took the SAT®, and now the wait begins to receive your SAT® scores. But once you get your scores back, what do they mean?
Should You Apply Early Decision or Early Action?
Should You Apply Early Decision or Early Action? Early Decision (ED) and Early Action (EA) require a college application before November 1 (sometimes October 15 or November 15). Admissions decisions...
When Are the ACT® Test Dates in 2026-27?
When are the ACT® Test dates in 2026-27? Note: Online testing is available at some but not all locations. Check online test availability in your area. You may need to choose “paper” as your testing...
2026-27 ACT® and SAT® Test Dates
2026-27 ACT® and SAT® Test Dates Take the test you prefer, ideally four times, to maximize your score, including the mandated test date if applicable in your state. Many colleges start accepting...
The Definitive Guide to the SAT® Test 2026-27
Junior year rolls around, and with it comes excitement for the future—and standardized tests. Standardized tests like the Digital SAT® Test are important, not just for college admissions, but also...
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