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 score, both nationally and by state, and how does yours compare? Average...
Advanced Placement (AP) courses can increase the likelihood of graduating from college with minimal debt. Just take that AP test—the culmination of each AP course—in May, and score a 4 or 5. And for sophomores and juniors, a 4 or 5 on an AP test greatly improves your...
The Enhanced ACT® Test is now available, on paper or online, for National and School Day testing. Why is the ACT® Test changing? The ACT® Test changes are in response to student and teacher feedback and offer greater choice and more options in testing. The changes...
Many parents and families believe higher education is necessary to achieve career goals and financial independence. Forty percent of parents believe a college degree is very important. However, a bachelor's degree is just one of the four recommended paths to choose...
How Many AP Classes Should You Take? Do you want to: graduate college sooner with less debt? challenge yourself academically? gauge your future success in college? present your best application to college admissions officers, especially at more selective schools? All...
Don’t waste your summer! While summer can be a great time to relax and recharge, it’s also the best time to build skills and push yourself to reach your goals. Summer Academy, The School of the New York Times New York, NY (on campus or online) | June-July | Grades...
High School Courses to Save You Money: AP, IB, Dual Enrollment, and Early College are options to earn college credits while still in high school. These courses can save you time and money! John explains the benefits and the caveats, and how to consider which might be...
Successful college visits are key to helping find your best-fit college. Learn what to look for, red flags, and good questions to ask, and more. If you cannot visit a campus in person), check out these virtual options for a successful college visit: CampusReel...
The national average ACT score is 19.2 out of 36. Knowing how your ACT® score compares to national and state averages is a useful benchmark as you set goals and prepare — but it shouldn't be your only target. Read on to see every state's average, and learn what score...
