Spark Admissions

APRIL 11, 2023

In March 2023, Columbia University announced that it would permanently drop the SAT/ACT requirement for undergraduate admissions. The decision by Columbia to abandon the SAT/ACT requirement represents a significant milestone in the ongoing debate around standardized testing in higher education and in the overall future of college admissions.

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PrepScholar

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

No matter how you prep for the ACT—whether you have a tutor, take a class, or study by yourself—you must get access to official, online and printable ACT tests. The official ACT practice test provided below—released by ACT, Inc.—is is the exact format you’ll see on test day.

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BestColleges

OCTOBER 12, 2023

The average composite ACT score dropped from 19.8 More students in the class of 2023 took the ACT test from the previous year. More students met none of the ACT benchmarks, compared to the previous year. The average composite score on the ACT dropped for the sixth-straight year from 19.8 for the class of 2023.

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PrepScholar

MAY 10, 2023

The ACT is an important college admissions test that has traditionally been administered on paper. But according to a press release by ACT, Inc. more and more students will soon be able to take the ACT in an online, computer-based format. So can you take the ACT online, or not?

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Peterson's Blog

OCTOBER 23, 2024

ACT and SAT scores decline across the U.S. Standardized tests, like the SAT and ACT, are used to determine academic readiness and skills for entering university. This month, Peterson’s will be offering an ACT and SAT special , six months of test prep for $135—99 dollars off, so that students can walk into their test confidently.

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PrepScholar

OCTOBER 29, 2023

Future ACT dates are only confirmed a little more than a year in advance, but at PrepScholar, we've researched patterns from previous testing years to predict future ACT test dates. In this guide, we'll provide the confirmed and likely dates for 2024-2025, 2025-2026, and 2026-2027.

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road2college

JANUARY 9, 2024

The benefits of preparing academically for the SAT and ACT are obvious, but many students and families underestimate the importance. The post Use These 5 Key SAT/ACT Tips on Test Day appeared first on Road2College.

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ACM College Consulting

MAY 3, 2024

Last summer, more than 1900 colleges were test optional, test-free or test-blind. Many others have stated they will not go back to requiring test scores yet, if ever, but there is still the potential for more colleges to return to requiring test scores. So, should students still take a test?

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BestColleges

JUNE 11, 2024

Students applying for fall 2025 undergraduate admission to Stanford must provide their SAT or ACT scores. The university paused its testing requirement in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic. Several universities — including Harvard, Dartmouth, Yale, and Brown — have recently reinstituted standardized test requirements.

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College Transitions

JULY 19, 2023

After living through a middle school career riddled with COVID disruptions and remote learning, college-bound rising juniors and seniors will be thrilled if their biggest worry right now is when to sit for the ACT.

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PrepScholar

MARCH 20, 2023

Looking for info on 2022-2023 ACT test dates? Knowing the correct ACT test dates is crucial for a solid test-taking plan. Though you might be tempted to go ahead and register for the next possible test date, what you should really be doing is finding a date that works well for you and your schedule.

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PrepScholar

DECEMBER 18, 2023

You've probably heard of the ACT and SAT, but how different are these two tests really In this extensive ACT vs SAT analysis, we look at the top 11 differences between the ACT and SAT and explain what these differences mean for you.

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HelloCollege

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Deciding “should I take the SAT or ACT?” Both tests are important, but they differ significantly in format, content, and timing, which can impact your performance and readiness for college. What about the ACT? How many questions are on the ACT, and how fast do you have to work to answer them?

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College Transitions

AUGUST 29, 2024

Planning when you will take standardized tests is an important part of any college admissions strategy.

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Top Tier Admissions

JULY 18, 2024

In the ever-evolving landscape of college admissions, the ACT has made bold moves to redefine its role and stay ahead of the competition, particularly the Digital SAT. New changes announced to the ACT will not only make it more popular but could also challenge the dominance of the Digital SAT. Here’s why.

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Discovery College Consulting

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Not only are today’s high school students being affected by frequent changes in colleges’ testing policies (as described in a recent blog post ), they also have another upcoming change to contend with: next year, the ACT will switch to a digital format, in addition to undergoing other alterations.

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Top Tier Admissions

DECEMBER 12, 2023

As you gear up for the college admissions process, one of the crucial decisions you’ll face is choosing between the SAT and ACT standardized tests. It’s shorter, with a total testing time of around two hours, and is administered on a computer. Let our Top Tier SAT tutors help you boost your scores.

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Top Tier Admissions

AUGUST 26, 2024

Johns Hopkins University will reintroduce standardized testing requirements beginning with those seeking admission for the fall 2026 semester to the Krieger School of Arts and Sciences or the Whiting School of Engineering. Most recently, Stanford University announced it would once again require students to submit test scores.

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PrepScholar

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

No matter how you prep for the ACT—whether you have a tutor, take a class, or study by yourself— you must get access to official ACT tests. These tests are released by ACT, Inc. and contain real questions given to actual students on previous test dates.

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PrepScholar

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Are you planning to take the ACT this year? If so, your first order of business is to check out the testing dates and choose the one that works best for you. Whether you plan to take the ACT once or a few times, remember that standardized test scores are an important component of your college application.

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PrepScholar

JUNE 21, 2024

In 2024, several elite colleges dropped their test-optional admissions policies and returned to requiring SAT/ACT scores as part of the admissions process. How do you know which colleges are test optional and which colleges require SAT/ACT scores? Keep reading to learn more!

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Top Tier Admissions

JULY 22, 2024

As the school year approaches, it’s time to finalize your standardized test prep plan and mark your calendar with upcoming SAT and ACT test dates. Not sure which test is your forte? In an ideal world, we recommend beginning one-on-one test prep a few months ahead of your scheduled test date.

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Peterson's Blog

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Crafting an ACT Study Plan can feel like a daunting task if you are unsure where to disperse your ACT test prep efforts. In our last blog, we discussed the importance of reflection as an ACT test-taking strategy for diagnostic tests in evaluating areas of strength and growth, which will be key in shaping your study efforts.

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BestColleges

JUNE 2, 2023

The ACT will launch an online testing pilot program later this year. That online option will take place at select testing centers, according to the post. The ACT hopes to offer students flexibility by offering both online and paper options. The pilot program will still take place at physical testing centers.

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HelloCollege

JUNE 21, 2023

As high school students prepare for college admissions, one standardized test that looms over their heads is the ACT (American College Testing). A common question among test-takers is, “How long is the ACT exam?” So, How Long is the ACT Test?

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HelloCollege

JULY 17, 2024

The ACT is undergoing major changes. Earlier this week, the CEO of ACT, Janet Goodwin, announced plans to adapt the test to better meet the needs of students and educators, namely through increased flexibility and a shorter test. The core ACT, which includes English, reading, and math, will be just two hours.

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Scoir

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Knowing whether to take the SAT or ACT can help relieve some of the stressors caused by the college admissions process. Students usually take the test that has been historically prevalent in their area or school. The fact is, however, that every college and university in the country accepts both tests. Not necessarily.

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PrepScholar

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Here's the most updated info on when the next ACT test is happening and when you have to register.

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Top Tier Admissions

JUNE 7, 2024

Stanford will reintroduce standardized testing requirements for undergraduate admissions starting in fall 2025 for admission to the Class of 2030. For rising seniors (students applying in fall 2024), Stanford will remain test-optional.

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Scoir

MARCH 5, 2024

Do you want to ace the SAT and ACT? Our partner, Test Innovators, can help! Test Innovators offers personalized, self-paced prep for the SAT and ACT.

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PrepScholar

AUGUST 12, 2024

This just in: changes to ACT testing are coming! The CEO of the ACT announced in July 2024 that students can expect major ACT changes beginning in spring 2025. So, what exactly will the biggest ACT test changes be?

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AdmissionSight

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

Not everyone feels confident when it comes to taking tests. You’re not alone— around 40 to 60% of high school students experience test anxiety, a type of stress that makes it tough to focus and perform well during exams. As a high school student, you’re probably no stranger to big tests like AP exams, the PSAT, or the SAT and ACT.

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Top Tier Admissions

JUNE 4, 2024

In this ever-changing college admissions landscape, the role of standardized testing remains a hot topic (and source of confusion). Understanding how these tests fit into the broader admissions process can help demystify their purpose and highlight strategies you can use to enhance your applications.

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BestColleges

APRIL 15, 2024

Harvard has reinstituted its standardized test requirement beginning next fall. Studies suggest standardized tests can help increase socioeconomic diversity. Add Harvard to the list of universities reinstating standardized test requirements. Brown soon hopped aboard the testing bandwagon, offering the same rationale. [S]trong

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CTK College Coach

MARCH 7, 2024

In the week before the test, try to have a regular wake time each morning and get eight or more hours of sleep each night. More than anything, give yourself a break on the day before the test. There is no cramming for this test, and giving your brain a break will pay off the next day.

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Ivy Coach

MARCH 23, 2023

The Ultimate List of Test-Optional Colleges The Covid-19 pandemic ushered in a new era in elite college admissions: test-optional admissions policies. With test cancelations and administrative closures due to … Read More Ivy Coach

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PrepScholar

MAY 30, 2023

If you've taken the ACT and gotten your ACT test scores back, you probably want to know how you did. Or you might be planning for the ACT and want to know what ACT composite score to aim for. So what is a good ACT score? In this article, we'll discuss what makes a good ACT composite score.

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