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Are the SAT and ACT Still Relevant for College Admissions?

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Understanding the Pros and Cons For decades, the SAT and ACT have been a staple in the college admissions process. However, in recent years, there has been debate about whether these standardized tests are still relevant in today's college admissions landscape. It depends on who you ask.

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College Admission Planning for High School Juniors – Second Semester

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Your high school counselor will hopefully be a great resource for questions along the way, whether it be pointing you to potential college majors, standardized test advice, local college fair details, local scholarship information, and help with high school course selection.

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Digital SAT

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It’s True: the SAT Is Going Digital. If you are going to be a junior next school year (Class of 2025), you are in the trial year for the new digital SAT because the College Board announced last year that it would be moving the SAT to a digital, adaptive format for spring 2024. When Does the New SAT Format Take Effect?

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College Admissions Planning for High School Juniors 

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Being a participant is great, but learning to lead and make a difference outside the classroom is an accomplishment that colleges truly value. Make a plan around SAT/ACT testing If you haven’t already, fall of your junior year is the time to map out your standardized testing plan.

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Preparing for College

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Maintaining a high grade point average (GPA), while taking Honors and AP classes will help increase your chances for admission to college. Obtaining a high score on standardized tests such as the SAT and ACT also contributes to positive admissions decisions. Be on the lookout for college fairs in your area.

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College Admissions: Where to Focus in the 10th Grade

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Using your score on this early test as a guide, begin to lay out a plan for your junior year of ACT or SAT testing. Although most colleges remain test-optional post-COVID, some selective schools are beginning to require test scores again. So, plan on sitting at least once for the SAT or ACT in your junior year.

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A Simplified College Application Timeline Every High Schooler Needs

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The PSAT, or Preliminary SAT, is a standardized test that gives you a sneak peek at what the SAT will be like. It’s typically taken during your junior year and is a great way to practice and see how you might score on the actual SAT. Including it in your college application timeline is a smart move.