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5 Reasons You Should Still Take the ACT and SAT

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on January 29, 2024

Many colleges and universities don’t require you to take the ACT or SAT to apply or be accepted. However, if your dream school lists these exams as “optional”, it may still be in your best interest to take them. If you find yourself asking, “Should I take the SAT or ACT?” here are five reasons …

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What are TRIO Educational Opportunity Centers?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

You may have not heard of them, but Educational Opportunity Centers are one part of the Federal TRIO Programs. If you’re from a disadvantaged background or area, they may be something you want to look into to ensure you’re starting your college education off on the right foot. Here is an explanation of TRIO is …

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How a Major Can Help You Find a College

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

Narrowing down your college list can be difficult, but paying attention to what you need or want out of a school can help you find the perfect colleges for your education. One aspect you should pay special attention to is your intended major. Here’s how a major can help you find a college: Not All …

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How To Make a Persuasive Essay on the ACT

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

During high school, you’re probably most used to writing an essay to prove a fact. You’ve probably written some though that focused on your opinion. That’s what the ACT looks for. They provide you with an essay topic where you have to write on your opinion and work on persuading the reader to see it …

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Calculator Tips for the SAT Math Section

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

You should never attempt to take the SAT without a calculator, but not any old calculator will do. There are some tips and things you should keep in mind when preparing for the exam (and on the test date). Here are some calculator tips to remember for the SAT: Bring The Right Calculator Bringing the …

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The Benefits of Amazon Prime Student Accounts for College

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on January 20, 2026

  You most likely buy just about anything you need on the internet. Even if you’re only a part-time shopper, you probably head to Amazon at least once a month. As a student, you may not know there are benefits for having a Prime Student account. You’ll have to have an .edu email account to …

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The History of Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSIs)

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

You’ve probably heard of HBCUs (or Historically Black Colleges and Universities), but a less commonly known federal definition for schools is a HSI or Hispanic Serving Institution. Here’s a history of HSIs and how they exist today. What is a HSI? An HSI, or Hispanic Serving Institution, is a college, university, or a similar system …

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How to Prep For ACT Science If It’s Not Your Favorite Subject

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

Whether you just don’t enjoy science or it’s not your best subject, you may be dreading the science section on the ACT. However, if you’re taking this exam, you still need to prepare for this subject. Here are ways you can prep for some ACT science questions even if it’s not your favorite class. Practice …

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6 Reasons Why You Should Attend ACT/SAT Review Sessions

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on May 21, 2024

Does your high school, local community college, or local community center offer ACT and SAT review sessions? You should seriously think about attending them as they can be great tools to improve your ACT and SAT scores, getting more familiar with the material, and practice taking the exam. You might even have access to expensive …