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Myth: If You Don’t Like Science, You Should Avoid the ACT!

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

There are so many myths that surround the ACT and SAT it could make your head spin. Many myths directly relate to which test you should (supposedly) take. One of which, is that if you’re not good at science, you shouldn’t take the ACT. Origin of the Myth This misconception stems from the fact that …

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How to Boost Your Acceptance Odds

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on June 3, 2025

When you’re applying to college, you’re going to be competing against other students for a limited amount of space. If it’s a highly competitive school, your odds of being accepted go down significantly. However, there are steps you can take to boost your college acceptance odds no matter where you’re applying to. Pay Attention to …

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Should You Get a Tutor to Prepare for the ACT / SAT?

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

With so much emphasis put on these two entrance exams, it makes sense that people want to go above and beyond to prepare. After all, the scores you can affect more than just acceptance odds, they can determine your eligibility for scholarships too! When free prep methods don’t feel like enough, should you turn to …

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Myth: College Interviews Will Make Up For Weaker GPA And Test Scores

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

Maybe a student is a confident orator and a people’s person. They perform exceedingly well during face-to-face interactions such as college interviews. Maybe, however, they don’t fare too well in written tests. Under these circumstances, they may be wondering about their chances of getting accepted into the college of their choice. Will a college interview …

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Myth: Your Application Essay Should Tell Your Life Story

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

The application essay is an important element of your college application, and many students agonize over what their topic should be. Since the essay portion is your chance to show the potential college who you are, many students want to write out their life story on the page. Here’s why you should avoid doing that. …

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How to Create SMART Goals for College Applications

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on January 2, 2024

Have you heard of SMART goals before? It’s generally for project management, but it can also be a great tool when you put it towards personal development. Today, the acronym stands for Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-Bound. Here’s how you can use each one towards your college applications. S: Specific When it comes to …

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Do Colleges Only Accept A Certain Number Of Students Per High School?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

You know that a large number of students from your high school are all applying to the same college that you are applying to. Will it also affect your chances of getting admission? Do colleges have a limit on the number of students they accept per high school? Or is it on an individual basis? …

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Myth: It Looks Bad if I Take the ACT / SAT Too Many Times

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

Is it bad to take the SAT multiple times? Some fear that if they take the SAT or ACT too many times, it will make them look like a failure in the eyes of the colleges to which they’re applying. But that’s definitely not the case! Appearance is everything when it comes to college applications. …

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Different “Types” of Math Problems on the ACT / SAT

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 7, 2023

Even if math isn’t your best subject, knowing the types of math problems you’ll run into on the ACT or SAT can give you a huge boost. You can find what types of math you struggle on and focus on those before the test date. Here are the ones you’ll run into: Algebra Of course, …

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What High School Sophomores Can Do For College Prep

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022

You may think college prep can wait another year. After all, college applications and the FAFSA don’t have to be turned in until your senior year, so you may want to wait until junior year to begin. However, it’s never too early to start. There are plenty of things you can be doing while you’re …