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Mar 07

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How to Approach the AP Environmental Science Exam

By Michael L. AP Exams, High School, Study Skills, Test Prep

AP Environmental Science (APES) is often thought of as an “easy” AP course that can help boost your GPA and make your transcripts look good on their college applications. However, students usually realize later on, almost too late, that APES is just like any other Advanced Placement course that not only pushes students to perform…

Feb 28

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How to Approach the AP History Exams

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

The AP history exams can be tricky to prepare for, especially if it is your first time taking one of them or even your first AP class. Fortunately, with a little background info and some smart preparation, you can be set up to excel on whichever history AP you take! Preparing for the AP history…

Feb 21

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SAT Goes Digital: Going deep into what we know about the next SAT change

By Wendy I. College Admissions, High School, PSAT, SAT, Test Prep

Standardized tests have been an important component in college application packets since the first half of the 1900s. There have been many changes in the frontrunning SAT and ACT exams over the years as the designers strive to make the tests more relevant and effective. Each change raises questions on how to prepare best for…

Nov 20

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The Inside Scoop: How to Approach the ISEE, SSAT, ACT, & SAT Testing of 2022

By Angela B. ACT, College Admissions, Elementary School, High School, ISEE, Middle School, SAT, SSAT, Test Prep

Please note that this information is subjective and does not reflect our position on every student or situation. For more specialized information and advice tailored to your student, please contact our admissions consultants. Written by Angela B. and Wendy I. ISEE/SSAT Inside scoop for ISEE/SSAT: Standardized testing is becoming less commonplace in middle and high…

Sep 15

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Digital AP Exams: How they went, and how to be prepared if they happen again

By Wendy I. High School, Study Skills, Test Prep

What a time it has been! So many things have changed, and changed back, and readjusted, and shifted, in the world of education. While things will certainly continue to change, knowing some of the possibilities can help us prepare for some of the options ahead. One of the changes that occurred was the use of…