Admissions Village

JUNE 19, 2024

For more about activities read our past blog. For more on demonstrated interest please read our blog on college visits and our senior checklist blog. Please read our blog to understand more about Institutional Priorities. For more on what to include in this letter please read our blog.

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Excelsior Admissions Consulting

JANUARY 8, 2025

Standardized testing is becoming more important for students applying to selective colleges. Several colleges, including Brown, MIT, Stanford, Cornell (for students applying next year), and UT Austin are requiring standardized test scores from applicants. Read the blog here. Read the release here. 45% of the U.S.

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Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

This week we welcome Senior Assistant Director for International Admission, Sara Riggs, to the blog. Standardized test scores are high on the perceived value list for students who are applying to college, but those of us who are reviewing your application place less emphasis on this one metric than students often assume.

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Top Tier Admissions

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

While Stanford remains test-optional for those applying this cycle, applicants to the Class of 2030 will once again be required to submit a standardized test score. Stanford has a total undergraduate enrollment of 8,049 students and an acceptance rate of less than 4%.

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Top Tier Admissions

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

The landscape of college admissions continues to shift as universities re-evaluate the role of standardized testing in the application process. In a major policy change, the University of Pennsylvania (Penn) has announced that it will reinstate its standardized testing requirement for the 2025-2026 admissions cycle.

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Top Tier Admissions

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Brown University: Class of 2028 Acceptance Rate Breaking News: Brown Requires Standardized Test Scores Get into Brown: 5 Insider Tips Brown University: Acceptance Rates & Statistics If you enjoyed this post, follow us on Instagram @toptieradmissions for more tips and subscribe to our blog for expert insights & college admissions news !

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Top Tier Admissions

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Test scores Unlike the many colleges that have reinstated standardized testing requirements , the UC schools remain test-blind and will not consider SAT or ACT scores. They do, however, allow students to report AP and IB exams, and non-native English speakers are required to submit an English language proficiency test.

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Top Tier Admissions

MARCH 18, 2025

In recent years, many of the most selective colleges have returned to relying on standardized testing. HOW STUDENTS CAN STAND OUT As grade inflation continues to shape high school academics, students need to focus on genuine learning, course rigor, standardized test scores, and outside achievements.

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Peterson's Blog

JANUARY 7, 2025

Standardized test scores, like the SAT and ACT, determine academic readiness and skills for entering university. While it may be beneficial to take both tests, this blog will answer the question, “Do you need both ACT and SAT for college? What Are the ACT and SAT?

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Top Tier Admissions

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Looking to raise your standardized testing scores? However, this means students should think carefully about these scores in context with the rest of your application so you can put your best foot forward and gauge which score(s) to report. Work with one of our expert tutors this spring!

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Peterson's Blog

JANUARY 16, 2025

As one of the first high school standardized tests a student takes, the PSAT can set the stage for teenagers’ expectations of themselves and future exams. The test is a critical milestone for expressing academic and college readiness; your students’ confidence on test day often reflects how well-prepared they are.

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AdmissionSight

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

won’t require standardized test scores. The rise of the best test optional colleges is changing the game, giving students new ways to stand out in the admissions process. If you have test anxiety, decided to skip the SAT or ACT, or didn’t quite hit the scores you hoped for, you’re not out of luck.

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Top Tier Admissions

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Renewed Interest in Test Scores For the first time since 2021, more applicants submitted test scores than did not, despite widespread test-optional policies. This trend signals a growing perception of the value of standardized testing, as students aim to bolster their applications.

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Peterson's Blog

JANUARY 14, 2025

Unlock Students Potential: Introducing Our New Classic Learning Test Prep (CLT Prep)getting them closer to a score highlighting their college admissions strengths. What is the CLT Test? Were confident in their ability to shine brightly through this standardized test with adequate preparation.

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Peterson's Blog

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

This blog will discuss everyday struggles without tutoring, what makes Peterson’s tutoring unique, and how to make the most of your tutoring sessions. Preparing for Major Exams or Transitions —Standardized tests, college admissions, or transitioning to a new grade level can be stressful. Ask questions.

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Top Tier Admissions

JANUARY 17, 2025

ENROLL NOW TTA Top Tip: Despite Duke University being test-optional, we strongly encourage our students to prepare for and take standardized tests whenever possible due to the ever-changing attitude of selective institutions towards standardized testing policies.

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Top Tier Admissions

APRIL 9, 2025

TOP TIERS STANDARDIZED TESTING RESOURCE TIMELINE STEP 1: If youre unsure whether the ACT or the SAT is your stronger test, jump into our free SAT vs. ACT Diagnostic tool to see your results! STEP 2: If youve taken a full-length practice ACT and SAT, use our score converter to help determine your stronger test.

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Marks Education

APRIL 9, 2025

That process often includes a review of your college transcript, more essays, and sometimes a standardized test related to your prerequisite coursework. If youre not confident in your standardized test score, you can still find nursing programs that are truly test-optional!

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Peterson's Blog

APRIL 8, 2025

Effective test prep is not merely about achieving a score; it’s crucial to developing the skills and confidence necessary for long-term college and career success. This blog will discuss how test prep can boost students’ college and career readiness and how it is, in essence, a relief valve.

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Peterson's Blog

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Standardized tests, like the SAT and ACT, are used to determine academic readiness and skills for entering university. 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.

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Admissions Village

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

I want to thank my colleague Meg Joyce for co-writing this blog post with me. Test scores and test-optional admissions, which have been in the spotlight for several years now, are getting renewed attention as of late. Many colleges have still not decided if they will become permanently test-optional for admissions.

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Top Tier Admissions

JANUARY 24, 2025

The number of early applications received fell by over 1,000, likely due to the announcement last year that Brown would once again require applicants to submit standardized test scores. We expect this number to rise slightly for the Class of 2029. of ED applicants this year were deferred to the regular decision pool compared to 16.8%

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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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HelloCollege

JANUARY 21, 2025

When planning for college , standardized test scores still stand out as one of the most important factors in applying to college. Experience Tutors with extensive experience, particularly those who specialize in standardized tests, often charge more.

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Peterson's Blog

DECEMBER 23, 2024

CLEP and DSST are credit-by-exam tests, meaning that if you show your knowledge of the given subject, you can earn college credit by taking an exam if your university accepts CLEP or DSST for credit. Both exams are standardized tests that measure your knowledge of certain subjects by scoring satisfactorily on the exam.

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Peterson's Blog

JANUARY 28, 2025

Introducing our new PSAT Preparation Course crafted to give students a solid foundation for one of their first high school standardized tests. What Is the PSAT Test? Empower learners to achieve higher PSAT scores, build confidence, and highlight their strengths for college admissions and scholarships!

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HelloCollege

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Taking a practice test for both can help determine which suits you best. For a complete breakdown of each test and suggestions on which to pick, visit our blog post: Should I Take the SAT or ACT? The best way to raise your score is not test-dependent. How Do I Increase My SAT/ACT Score? Can tutoring improve SAT scores?

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iSchoolConnect

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

The IELTS for Migration (International English Language Testing System) is a crucial assessment for individuals seeking to migrate to English-speaking countries. As a standardized test of English proficiency, it evaluates candidates’ abilities in listening, reading, writing, and speaking.

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Top Tier Admissions

MARCH 15, 2024

UT AUSTIN: STANDARDIZED TESTING REQUIRED After four years of test-optional admissions for undergraduate admissions, the University of Texas at Austin will once again require standardized testing scores , beginning with applications for the Fall 2025 semester. News & World Report in 2024.

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College Essay Guy

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Earn strong standardized test scores ( minimum SAT scores of 500 verbal and 500 math, or ACT scores of 21 English, 19 Social Studies, 24 Mathematics, and 24 Science). You should also aim for high standardized test scores ( SAT or ACT ). Be unmarried, with no dependents, and not pregnant.

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Top Tier Admissions

MARCH 11, 2025

With shifts in policies around admissions practices, standardized testing, and institutional priorities, it can be difficult to determine what still holds weight in the college application process. For BC students, study sequences/series carefully.These tend to be the most challenging part of the exam.

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Admissions Village

APRIL 19, 2023

This will be the first blog in a series. This is the first in a series of blogs to try and answer these questions. MIT would be the exception to this, but that is because they went back to requiring standardized test scores.) Please see my blog here for more on grade inflation. Part 1 - Let’s Celebrate Progress!

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Top Tier Admissions

JUNE 14, 2024

None of the UCs offer early admission or consider standardized test scores. UT Austin announced in March that after four years of test-optional admissions for undergraduate admissions it will once again require standardized test scores , beginning with applications for the Fall 2025 semester.

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Admissions Village

MARCH 24, 2024

Today, we are going to say that after you have done those things, studied hard in rigorous courses, participated in activities you feel passionate about, worked to be helpful to others you care about, spent time preparing good applications, studying for, and excelling at your standardized tests, the answer is NOTHING.

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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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Admissions Village

APRIL 22, 2023

Earlier in this blog, we mentioned many colleges had fewer applicants this year. According to Admissions Blog , Kelly Walter, BU’s VP for Enrollment and Director of Admissions, said, “ since we have been significantly overenrolled for each of the past two years, it was absolutely critical for us to plan for yet another increase in yield.

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Top Tier Admissions

APRIL 12, 2024

Other Ivy League institutions, including Dartmouth College , Yale University , and Brown University , announced recently they would require standardized test scores again, effective for the Class of 2029. START NOW Harvard will accept alternative forms of testing, such as AP exam results , only in exceptional circumstances.

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