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How AP Classes Help with College Admissions

You might wonder if there’s a link between AP classes and college admission. Here’s what you need to know about AP classes, college admission, AP exams and more.

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Important Changes to the SAT and ACT Coming in 2023

Taking SAT and ACT tests in 2023 and 2024 will be different for students. Here’s what parents and students need to know.

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SAT & ACT Prep: Tips to Reduce Stress Before Taking the Test

Reducing stress on the SAT/ACT is a matter of planning ahead, preparing well and embracing stress-reducing strategies before and during the exam. Here are a few tips to take the stress out of SAT/ACT prep.

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What to Do Now That You Have Received Your Student’s PSAT Score

While the PSAT is technically a practice test, it’s important to review the score carefully and take advantage of the insights it offers into your student’s knowledge level, strengths and weaknesses. Here are a few tips on what to take note of and what to do now that you have the scores in hand: 

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What Test-Optional Really Means

To submit or not submit an ACT/SAT score? That is the question many college applicants are asking these days as more than 600 colleges and universities went “test-optional” during the pandemic—and most have extended those policies for the time being. 

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Maximize Winter Break for College Research

Winter break is a good chance for college-bound students to put attention toward their college-related tasks. Here are several tips on what your student should do to maximize their break:

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