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Do you have to take the SAT subject tests?
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Are SAT Subject Tests Required?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
The aim of the general SAT test is to evaluate your reasoning skills and your readiness for college. The SAT Subject tests, on the other hand, is meant to assess your knowledge in a specific subject area. If you are wondering whether SAT subject tests are required, the answer is it depends. SAT Subject Tests Can …
Here are some college prep activities to do over the summer so you aren't as stressed later.
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How to Balance Summer College Prep Activities

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
For most students, summer means free time, friends, family, and fun. Although unwinding before entering senior year is important, it is just as important to make time for a few college prep activities to help alleviate impending senior year stress. Summer Reading Just because you aren’t enrolled in Advanced Placement doesn’t mean you can’t read …
Did you know that there are SAT subject tests that you can take on top of the SAT?
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All About SAT Subject Tests

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on March 24, 2025
You know about the SAT, but have you ever heard about the SAT Subject Tests? They’re another way to help your admission chances with colleges. Here’s everything you need to know: What are the SAT Subject Tests? Rather than testing you on a number of subjects like the SAT or ACT, the SAT Subject Tests …
Here's how to boost your GPA this summer.
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3 Ways to Boost Your GPA This Summer

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
If you are disappointed with your last year’s grades, it’s not too late to take steps to improve your GPA. Here are a few things you can do over the summer vacation to boost your GPA to not jeopardize your college applications. Get a Tutor for Your Weaker Subjects Whether you are struggling with chemistry …
Here are some common myths about freshman orientation.
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Myths About College Orientation

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
Your freshman orientation will most likely have a LOT going on, from meeting your roommate for the first time to first semester course selection. But you may have heard quite a few myths about this event at the same time. Here are a few of those debunked. Myth: Parents Aren’t Allowed At Orientation This “myth” …
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What Is Freshman Orientation?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on February 9, 2024
Starting college is an exciting adventure, filled with new opportunities and experiences. One of the first steps is freshman orientation. But what exactly is freshman orientation? What does it involve, and why is it important? Let’s talk about it. What is Freshman Orientation in College? Freshman orientation is essentially an introduction to college life at …
The SAT score choice lets you pick individual scores from multiple different tests.
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What is SAT Score Choice?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
If you take the SAT multiple times, you get the option of choosing which scores to send as part of your college application and which scores remain undisclosed. This is known as SAT Score Choice. Should I Submit These Scores? Students who are not happy with their SAT scores often choose to retake the test …
Find some volunteer work that interests you this summer!
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2 Ways to Find Volunteer Work That Suits You This Summer

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022
Did you know that volunteering can be a great way to boost your college application? It helps you develop crucial transferable skills, from communication and interpersonal skills to team working and leadership skills. You will also hone your time management, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. All of these skills can add serious weight to your …
What do you do after you've taken the ACT or SAT exam?
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What to Do After You Take the ACT or SAT

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022
Feels good to have the Big Test Day over and done with, right? The ACT and SAT exam take up a big amount of time, energy, and focus, so to finally take the test can leave many students feeling relieved. But what now? Celebrate and Relax First off: celebrate! You worked hard and you made …

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