Peterson's Blog

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Whether you need SAT ACT tutoring, ISEE test tutoring, or an online math tutor, Peterson’s test prep connects you with an award-winning online tutor anytime, 24/7, for instant live tutoring. Through us, you can access online tutoring in less than three minutes with no appointment necessary.

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Peterson's Blog

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Reflection helps us redefine and make sense of our experiences—offering valuable insights for personal growth, making it an unexpected ACT test prep tool. Familiarizing yourself with the test format through an ACT prep course is a key step in understanding these constraints. What is Reflection?

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Peterson's Blog

OCTOBER 23, 2024

In this blog, we will cover the current data on scores year after year, factors associated with the changes, and how to best approach these standardized tests in light of recent data. Showcase other strengths in AP tests, through extracurriculars, college essays, and GPA. Read our blog to see the changes.

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Peterson's Blog

APRIL 1, 2025

When it comes to standardized test prep, where do you even start? Fret not; youve been testing your whole education. While a standardized test like the ACT is significant, the tools you need to demolish test-day stress are within reach with an ACT practice test online.

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HelloCollege

OCTOBER 25, 2022

The blogs we will talk about in this post are some of the best resources on the web. They cover everything from letters of recommendation to test prep, to writing your personal statement and even filling out your college application. Georgia Tech Admissions Blog. HelloCollege Blog. MIT Admissions Blog.

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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. Try Application Boot Camp®.

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AdmissionSight

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

The best test optional colleges offer a chance to apply without stressing over perfect test scores. In this blog, we’ll break down what it means for a college to be “test-optional,” how these policies impact admissions, and introduce you to some of the best test optional colleges in the U.S.

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Peterson's Blog

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

This exam will open doors to a world of opportunities for private high school admissions, as it is a placement test that gauges where you stand in your academic journey thus far. An HSPT test prep course will help develop great recollection and test day skills so you can walk into test day confidently.

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Top Tier Admissions

AUGUST 21, 2024

Welcome to our new blog series, where we’ll spotlight the journeys of a few of our students who have successfully navigated the college admissions process with our guidance. How did your experience working with Top Tier Admissions prepare you for the college application process and ultimately contribute to your acceptance into Harvard?

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SSA Online College Prep

JULY 6, 2023

Find out more on our blog ! Did you not remember to retrieve the rule or did you misremember the application of the rule, because those are two totally different things and two different problems that we need to solve. For more studying and test-prep tips, check out our blog. Jumpstart your SAT® prep with us

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Top Tier Admissions

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Soaring application numbers and plummeting admission rates are the new normal, but nowhere is this national trend more severe than in undergraduate computer science (CS) departments. C ollege Private Counseling Develop an organized and effective application strategy that leverages your academic and extracurricular experience to stand out.

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Peterson's Blog

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Mathematics Knowledge (MK) Tests knowledge of mathematical concepts and applications. Electronics Information (EI) Tests knowledge of electrical current, circuits, devices, and electronic systems. To earn a high ASVAB and AFQT score, taking ASVAB practice tests and studying daily will be the key to success.

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SSA Online College Prep

MAY 25, 2023

The pressure surrounding the SAT can cause massive amounts of test anxiety and lower your scores A “good SAT score” is always relative to your situation, although there are certain significant cutoffs. Read more on Socratic Summer Academy’s blog. Critical Thinking The SAT tests critical thinking, which many schools don’t prioritize.

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Top Tier Admissions

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Many students who’ve just barely survived the wringer of junior year— with AP courses, standardized test prep, and campus visits ramping up college admissions pressure—are already feeling weary. Might as well toss in an application, right? Ah, the joys of senior fall! LEARN MORE What does all this mean for you?

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Admissions Mom

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Its an important part of your application. Heres the good news: activities that are meaningful and important to you can actually improve your life and make you a better person while making you a stronger college applicant. If so, yes, it can be good for your application. Ask yourself: Does it seem interesting to you?

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SSA Online College Prep

JULY 10, 2023

Find out more on our blog ! Exploratory-based learning is all about discovering when a given skill is applicable, learning when a given tool will (and won’t) work. For more studying and test-prep tips, check out our blog: [link]. Jumpstart your SAT® prep with us

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Top Tier Admissions

JUNE 12, 2024

Application Boot Camp® Need strategic guidance from start to finish? Try Application Boot Camp®. Christiansen said around half of the applicant pool submitted standardized test scores , similar to previous years. The university’s test-optional policy will continue through Fall 2027. uptick in application numbers.

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CTK College Coach

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

As I launch our high school seniors out the door with their early college applications this month, I have one eye on the kids just entering the room: your freshmen and sophomores. There is a lot of nuance in that advice, and you can read more details in my blog post on how to choose coursework and how colleges assess coursework and grades.

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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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HelloCollege

JANUARY 28, 2025

Since standardized tests play a crucial role in the college applications process and is one of the most important factors in college admissions , figuring out how to study for the SAT and ACT can feel overwhelming. In this blog post, Ill answer all these questions and share tips to help you succeed. And how long does it take?

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Great College Advice

JANUARY 8, 2024

Your counselor will most likely use this information to help you build a list of schools and to help you develop a timeline for completing your applications. Once you have your application plan in place, it’s time to put your nose to the grindstone and get to work! Another option is to read college prep blogs.

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Top Tier Admissions

APRIL 9, 2025

As we move into the 2025 testing season, a year already marked by significant shifts in higher education , the ACT itself is also undergoing notable changes. Its important for prospective students to understand how these updates may impact both their testing strategies and college applications.

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Top Tier Admissions

MAY 20, 2024

It is almost impossible to assess, based on official testing policies, how optional “test-optional” really is, especially after data has revealed that, at most top-ranked schools, those who submitted test scores received admission offers at a much higher rate than applicants who chose not to.

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HelloCollege

JULY 25, 2024

” In this blog post, we’ll explore the role of a private college counselor and how much they typically charge for their services. Most companies offer package deals, which provide extensive support throughout the entire application process, that can range from a few thousand dollars to over $10,000.

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HelloCollege

MARCH 13, 2025

Fairness and Difficulty: Student Perceptions The perceived fairness and difficulty of questions on both tests were hot topics among test-takers. On the SAT, some students felt the questions, especially in the math section, were designed to be tricky, requiring more than just a straightforward application of concepts.

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SSA Online College Prep

APRIL 13, 2023

Read more college admissions tips on our blog ! How to Prep for College During Your Summer Break Are you a high school junior, sophomore, or even freshman trying to decide how best to spend your last few summers prepping before college ? What can I do to improve my standardized test scores in the summer?

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Marks Education

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Background In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, many colleges and universities adopted test-optional policies which allowed students to decide whether they wanted to submit standardized test scores as part of their college applications. School shutdowns made it hard for students to take the tests in many states.

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Peterson's Blog

MARCH 27, 2025

Speaking as the author of this blog post, this course is undoubtedly exactly what I would have wanted as a teen. The videos make it easy to follow, and the information a teen needs is all in one convenient place.

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Peterson's Blog

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Mathematics Knowledge (MK) Tests knowledge of mathematical concepts and applications. Electronics Information (EI) Tests knowledge of electrical current, circuits, devices, and electronic systems. Take Marine Corps ASVAB Practice Tests Find out your current ASVAB Marine Corps score by taking a full-length ASVAB practice test.

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Peterson's Blog

JULY 29, 2024

Invest in TACHS Prep —In addition to system requirements, to give your students exposure to a TACHS-like test, we recommend utilizing TACHS test prep materials like TACHS study guides and full-length TACHS practice tests.

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Peterson's Blog

AUGUST 21, 2023

With a 3- or 6-month subscription , Peterson’s test prep members can access one Essay Review per month. Whether it’s a book report, a personal statement, a college essay, a resume, or a scholarship application, our expert tutors will provide you valuable and constructive feedback that will strengthen and improve your writing project.

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Top Tier Admissions

AUGUST 26, 2024

Meanwhile, the university found evidence that some first-generation, low-income students and/or students from underrepresented backgrounds suppressed their test scores during the application process, despite those scores being high. ACT Tutoring Hit your target score with our renowned ACT tutors.

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Marks Education

APRIL 2, 2025

To learn more, check out this blog, where our team shares some tips and tricks for how to practice good planning and prioritization skills. Our professional team of full-time private tutors and counselors are here to help you make a splash in every step of the application process. Contact us now for a FREE consultation!

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Top Tier Admissions

AUGUST 13, 2024

Personal Boot Camp Three days of one-on-one work with a Senior Counselor from the Application Boot Camp® team. C ollege Private Counseling Develop an organized and effective application strategy that leverages your academic and extracurricular experience to stand out. degree would be a more suitable choice.

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Top Tier Admissions

APRIL 3, 2024

C ollege Private Counseling Develop an organized and effective application strategy that leverages your academic and extracurricular experience to stand out. Contact us today and learn how we can help you on your admissions journey through private counseling , test prep , or essay guidance.

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Peterson's Blog

JUNE 3, 2024

Mathematics Knowledge (MK) Tests knowledge of mathematical concepts and applications. Electronics Information (EI) Tests knowledge of electrical current, circuits, devices, and electronic systems. ASVAB Test Prep Steps Take ASVAB Practice Tests Find out your current ASVAB score by taking a full-length ASVAB practice test.

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North Star Admissions Consulting

MARCH 19, 2020

There is a lot to think about for college applicants, here are a few considerations: SAT and ACT test centers are closing. Test prep classes are also being canceled – think about finding an online option. College transfer application deadlines might be delayed. As events unfold, I will update this blog.

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