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Do Colleges Prefer ACT or SAT? Which is More Popular?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
If you’re hoping to apply to college, you may be trying to decide which standardized test to take: the ACT vs. SAT. It will please you to hear that colleges do not prefer the SAT over the ACT or vice versa. We’ll cover the myth that the SAT is preferred over the ACT, as well …
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13 Ways to Advance Your Career in Business

By Tyler HakesLast updated on December 22, 2022
In the world of business careers, it can sometimes feel hard to stand out. Many times, your job will require you to be more of a general practitioner than a specialist or true expert in one particular field. When this happens, it may be difficult to identify your next career move. “I’m pretty good at …
Why should you retake the SAT after all the work you put in the first time
ACT & SAT

Why You Should Retake the SAT

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022
After all that studying, prepping, practice test-taking, stressing, and finally taking the SAT, the last thing you’re probably thinking is: I want to do that again. The SAT is a big deal and a big commitment, especially in the middle of college searching and regular school. So once you’re done with the test, why should you …
The new PSAT is a bit different from the old one in terms of scoring.
ACT & SAT

Should You Retake the ACT?

By Olivia PittmanLast updated on December 22, 2022
Wondering if you should retake the ACT? Many students benefit from retakes—in fact, 57 percent of students score higher when they take the test more than once! Retaking may not be necessary for everyone, but here are some things to consider when deciding whether you should. A higher score can increase more than your admissions …
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13 Things Teachers Actually Do During the Summer

By Katelyn McAdamLast updated on December 22, 2022
It’s the last day of school, and the bell is about to ring. The students in your classroom can barely contain their excitement and they’re probably begging you to let them go “just one minute early”. Part of you wants to set them free so you can sit down and close your eyes for half …
How do you choose an SAT / ACT test location?
ACT & SAT

Registering for the ACT/SAT: How to Choose Your Testing Location

By Katelyn McAdamLast updated on December 22, 2022
You’ve decided to take the next step for your future–you’re signing up for the ACT or SAT. Congrats! I know, I know–calm down, it’s a test, it’s not that exciting. But if you’re registering for the ACT/SAT that means college is on your radar and you’re planning for what just might be the best 4 (ish) …
Here are 6 reasons for job change or moving on from your current job.
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6 Signs That It’s Time To Move On From Your Job

By Kaeli Nieves-WhitmoreLast updated on December 22, 2022
Before joining the College Raptor team, I was taking a break from school and working for a local small business. I had worked there part-time for years. When I decided that I needed to take some time off of school, I started working there full time. Everything was wonderful for a while, and I learned …

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