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) is a standardized test administered by the College Board and is now...
Nearly 80% of college students change majors, sometimes more than once. While college is a great time for self-discovery, changing your major frequently or late in your college career can mean new graduation requirements, classes, costs, and time. Graduating...
Test Scores Better Predict Course Placement and College Success Some first-year college students need to take remedial or developmental courses to be successful. Historically, high school grades predicted the need for developmental course placement. However, a new May...
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 are shared in December. Regular admission and ED2 usually have...
What's a good PSAT/NMSQT® score? The digital PSAT(Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test)/NMSQT®(National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test) is a standardized test administered by the College Board that prepares you for the SAT® Test. The PSAT/NMSQT® is also your...
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...
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...
