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The Importance of Language in the ACT Essay

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

Given the nature of an essay, it should come as no surprise that language—how things are written—is essential. This is especially true for the ACT optional writing test, as you’re receiving an important grade for your hard work. Since there are time constraints, many students focus more on getting their words on the page rather …

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How To Guess On The ACT / SAT

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

Before March 2016, the SAT deducted points for wrong answers. At that time, our advice regarding guessing on the ACT or SAT may have been quite different from the advice we have for you today. A lot has changed, not just with the format of the SAT but also with the way the scoring is …

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Top 10 SAT Test Taking Tips

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on April 29, 2024

Sitting for the SAT can be daunting! After all, your score on this exam can affect your admission chances at many colleges and universities across the United States. If you have an SAT date on the horizon, here are some helpful tips for taking the SAT. 10 SAT Study and Test Taking Tips 1. Use …

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Top 5 ACT Test Taking Tips

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

Despite preparing extensively, most students overlook some simple concepts that harm their final ACT score. The fault may not necessarily lie in not knowing the subject matter or being smart enough to perform. The main reason is that ACT requires a lot of quick thinking, picking up on clues. Using certain tricks to get the …

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Basic Rules To Keep In Mind When Taking The ACT / SAT

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

You may be totally prepared for your ACT / SAT test in terms of the study material but the pressures of test day can make anyone a little nervous. In addition to studying for the test, it helps to know and keep these basic rules in mind during the exam. Don’t Waste Time Struggling To …

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Why the PSAT / PreACT Shouldn’t be Overlooked

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

Even if you’re not thinking too seriously about college during your junior year of high school, it’s definitely starting to be on your mind. However, that doesn’t mean you should be overlooking the PSAT or the PreACT. Here’s why you should be taking either one or both: You Could Qualify for Scholarships Did you know …

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How to Help Your Student Prep for the ACT / SAT

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

Your student may have their ACT and SAT coming up and are busy studying every evening for this big exam! Even though they’re at their desk reading away or taking practice tests, there are plenty of things you can do as a parent to help them. Here are a few things you can do to …

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What Is A SAT Subject Test And Should You Take It?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

All students know about the importance of taking the SAT test for college applications but not many know about SAT subject tests and others mistakenly use the term interchangeably with SAT tests. The two are not the same. SAT subject tests are distinctly different from SAT tests. What is a Subject Test? An SAT subject …

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A Guide to Choosing the ACT or SAT

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

Most colleges specify that they require test scores in an application—though almost all students will take either test. Depending on where you live in the US, one test or the other could be much more popular, and so your high school may only offer one. Taking the other might be trickier, but could be well …

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Unusual ACT & SAT Test Prep Tips

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

You’ve heard all the regular ACT and SAT test prep tips: Take the practice exams and check your answers. Focus on your weak areas. So here are a few tips that are a bit more unusual when it comes to your ACT and SAT study time. Use a Distraction Add On It’s easy to get …