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May 10

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Taking College Courses over the Summer: How to Choose Efficiently and Intelligently

By Jeff B. College Admissions, High School

Taking college courses over the summer can be a great option for many students, but it is important to choose your courses wisely in order to get the most out of the experience and avoid wasting time or money. With so many colleges now offering summer courses —either in person or remotely— it can be…

May 07

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ISEE Preparation: How to get a head start over the Summer

By Angela B. Elementary School, High School, ISEE, Middle School, Practice Tests, Study Skills, Test Prep

While summer is typically every student’s favorite time of year to relax and smell the roses, that doesn’t mean you can’t also prepare and get ahead in school work and tests. The ISEE or Independent School Entrance Exam administered by the ERB (Educational Records Bureau) is one such test that a student should prepare for…

May 03

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The 411 on the ERBs

By Angela B. Elementary School, High School, ISEE, Middle School, Test Prep

The ERBs have been a staple name in education for some time now. The Educational Records Bureau is actually the company that administers the comprehensive assessments and the ERB is a nickname for the tests they provide. The assessments themselves are given by participating (typically independent or private) schools and they test on many types…

Apr 15

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Are Digital AP Exams Here to Stay?

By Jeff B. AP Exams, High School, Test Prep

In response to the upheaval of the last few years, many standardized tests switched up their formats in an attempt to allow students to take the tests even if they hadn’t returned to in-person learning. Some tests, such as the SAT which dropped their essay section, also used this period as an opportunity to attempt…

Apr 13

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Make the Most of Your Summer

By Sandy Epstein College Admissions

Before you know it, spring semester will be over. While everyone looks forward to summer vacation, it is important to remember that just having fun in the sun doesn’t help you get into college. There are different things you can do this summer to improve your chances of getting into your top college picks. Here…