by Jacob Reeves | Jul 18, 2022 | Articles, College Admissions, Financial Aid & Scholarships
One of the biggest misunderstandings about merit-based scholarships is that they’re only for top students, like those scoring a 31 or 32 on the ACT. False. Many colleges offer great merit scholarships for lower scores too. But which colleges offer some of the best...
by Jacob Reeves | Jul 8, 2022 | ACT, Articles, High School, SAT, Standardized Tests
Every year the ACT (September, October, December, February, April, June, July) and SAT (August, October, November, December, March, May, June) are offered seven times each. All colleges will accept either. Some students may find one test easier and thus score...
by Jacob Reeves | Jul 8, 2022 | Articles, College Admissions, Essays & Recommendation Letters, Financial Aid & Scholarships
How do you write a great college essay that makes colleges notice you? Use these five keys to spice up your college essays. Admissions counselors receive application after application, and they want to know if you will fit in well at their school. To do this, they...
by Jacob Reeves | Jun 23, 2022 | ACT, Articles, High School, Homeschool, Standardized Tests
The PreACT is a practice exam for the ACT test, providing a similar testing environment, benchmarks in core subjects, and predictive scores. There are two levels: the PreACT 8/9 (for 8th and 9th graders) and the PreACT (for 10th graders). Both tests are the same...
by Jacob Reeves | Jun 14, 2022 | Articles, High School, Standardized Tests
All AP test scores will be released in waves (generally by state) beginning July 5. NOTE: beginning in 2022, all students who take an AP test during the year are REQUIRED to choose a school where scores will be sent. You might choose a “safety school” if...
by Jacob Reeves | Jun 9, 2022 | Articles, SAT, Standardized Tests
ACT National Test Dates Check the ACT website for updates and to register. Test Date Registration Deadline Late Fee Deadline ACT Standby Deadline Scores Begin to Post June 11, 2022 May 6 May 20 June 3 June 21 July 16, 2022 June 17 June 24 July 8 July 26 September 10,...
