Inside Emory Admission

MARCH 29, 2023

>> Updated March, 2023 Emory University has extended its test optional policy for applicants who plan to enroll as first-year students in Fall 2024. In addition, transfer applicants for Fall 2024 can also take advantage of this test optional policy. WHO DOES THE POLICY APPLY TO? We look forward to hearing from you!

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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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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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SSA Online College Prep

MAY 8, 2023

Test anxiety is very common , and has probably impacted nearly 50% of students at least once in their academic career. Symptoms of test anxiety range from mild to extreme and from physical (sweaty palms) to emotional (low self-esteem). For most, test anxiety is caused by a combination of factors , which can make it hard to alleviate.

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Scoir

AUGUST 10, 2023

Most people venturing into the college admission process have heard about the SAT and the ACT tests. Words like score choice, superscoring, self-reporting, test flexible, and test optional can be super confusing and stress-inducing. In this blog post, we break these concepts down in a way that is simple to understand.

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HelloCollege

OCTOBER 23, 2024

The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is a standardized test that—according to the creators—measures a student’s aptitude for reading, listening, speaking, and writing English in an academic setting. It’s a test of your preparation for taking the TOEFL. What is the TOEFL?

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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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Peterson's Blog

OCTOBER 17, 2024

million high school seniors took the ACT test in 2023 according to ACT.com and now ACT is making ACT test changes. In light of falling average test scores among that group, It’s rare for a standardized test to change based on student, teacher, and administrator feedback.

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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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Inside Emory Admission

JANUARY 25, 2024

Updated January, 2024 Emory University has extended its test optional policy for applicants who plan to enroll as first-year students in Fall 2025. In addition, transfer applicants for Fall 2025 can also take advantage of this test optional policy. WHO DOES THE POLICY APPLY TO? Emory will continue to superscore the ACT and SAT.

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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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Top Tier Admissions

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Taking the PSAT (Preliminary SAT) is a great way to familiarize yourself with standardized testing, determine your strengths and weaknesses, and qualify for scholarships. The PSAT is also considered a predictive test in that it can inform how well you’ll perform on the SAT without any additional prep. WHAT IS THE PSAT?

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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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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. Holistic Review : An admissions approach where colleges consider a wide range of factors about a student, not just grades, rigor and test scores.

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Top Tier Admissions

DECEMBER 23, 2024

ENROLL NOW UT AUSTIN SHAKE-UP Despite the return of a standardized testing requirement for applicants that began this cycle, UT Austin saw a third consecutive year of record-breaking application numbers. 5 Things You Need to Know This Year UT Austin Shake-Up: Testing Required and a New Early Action Program What are the Southern Ivies?

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Georgia Tech Admissions Blog

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Recently, our family has been watching the TV Show “Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test.” Not sure what it says about us that this is the one program we can all agree on, but that’s not what this blog is about. After all, you are reading this blog. We all know that standardized tests have bias. Absolutely!

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Top Tier Admissions

MAY 9, 2024

Between shifting admissions policies, flip-flopping on the role of standardized tests ( Harvard , Dartmouth , Cornell , Brown , Yale —we’re looking at you!) 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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Berkeley² Academy

MARCH 15, 2024

Some ,, big changes are coming to UT Austin admissions in 2024—today we’ll go over important details regarding their standardized testing policy, essay prompts, application deadlines, and more. Testing Policy This week, UT Austin announced its reinstatement of mandatory standardized testing as part of the undergraduate application.

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Top Tier Admissions

APRIL 12, 2024

HARVARD REVERSES COURSE ON TESTING REQUIREMENT Despite Harvard’s previous commitment to remaining test-optional through the Class of 2030, the college announced on April 11 it would require students applying for fall 2025 admission to submit either an SAT or ACT score.

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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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Top Tier Admissions

MAY 17, 2024

Set your child up for college admissions success today Schedule A Consultation Get Our Brochure YALE ADMISSIONS UPDATES Yale University was one of the first Ivy League institutions to announce a return to standardized testing requirements (though they are “ test flexible ”), following Dartmouth College.

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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? The ACT has more sections and a slightly longer overall testing time.

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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? With its popularity, were excited to offer this CLT test prep to Petersons subscribers. Why Petersons for CLT Prep? What Will Students Learn?

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Top Tier Admissions

MAY 3, 2024

Set your child up for college admissions success today Schedule A Consultation Get Our Brochure DARTMOUTH ADMISSIONS UPDATES Dartmouth College was the first Ivy League to announce it would reinstate standardized testing requirements , effective for the Class of 2029. Test scores are a key piece of this puzzle.

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Top Tier Admissions

MAY 7, 2024

ENROLL NOW Understand standardized testing requirements In order to apply to schools in the U.S., you will need to take a number of standardized tests. In addition to the exams required by your school (such as GCSEs or IB tests), you will likely want to take the SAT or the ACT. While many U.S. While many U.S.

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Princeton College Consulting

JUNE 5, 2023

After a grueling junior year filled with AP courses and standardized tests, there is no doubt that soon-to-be high school seniors have earned some rest and relaxation. Prepare for Standardized Tests More colleges are becoming test optional, but the SAT and ACT are still very important for admission to most selective colleges.

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Ruffaloni

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

RNL and ZeeMee are conducting ongoing research with thousands of 12th graders and on this blog, I will share what the students are telling us about the process. Accessible resources Many high school students do not have access to resources such as college counselors or test prep services.

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Anna Ivey Consulting

APRIL 24, 2023

Do your best work on your last assignments for the year and study hard for exams and APs so you can knock it out of the park on all the tests you take. BUT… if taking standardized tests endangers your health or the health of those around you, sit tight. You can take them later. Or not take them at all if need be.

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Peterson's Blog

JULY 2, 2024

The High School Placement Test (HSPT) can be a pivotal moment in a student’s academic career, influencing their educational path and future opportunities. Preparation for Future Exams: The experience of preparing for and taking the HSPT can set a precedent for how students approach future standardized tests, such as the SAT or ACT.

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Ivy Central

AUGUST 31, 2022

This makes Grade 9 a critical transition point for students; it allows them to explore options without worrying about standardized tests or researching colleges. In this blog, I will share five top tips to help you make Grade 9 the best yet. A lot has been written and said about failure, and It’s probably a blog in itself.

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Ivy Central

MAY 17, 2023

This blog post aims to provide an overview of BU, highlighting its location, student cohort, admissions process, undergraduate majors, faculty/student ratio, graduation rate, and the net cost of attending. Founded back in 1839, Boston University (BU) has evolved into a dynamic hub of learning, research, and cultural diversity.

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SSA Online College Prep

APRIL 27, 2023

The concepts that are tested on the SAT exam are finite , which makes it able to be broken down. Get more SAT prep tips on our blog ! Because I do test prep, many people assume I got a perfect SAT score when I was in high school. What finally worked for me was breaking down every concept that appears on the test.

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Excelsior Admissions Consulting

JANUARY 10, 2024

For future applicants, it is important to note that 75% of students admitted in the ED round submitted standardized test scores and 24% were ranked either first or second in their high school class (for high schools that rank). While Emory remains test-optional, only 39% of admitted students to Emory College did not submit test scores.

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Top Tier Admissions

JUNE 12, 2024

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. Emory announced it will remain test-optional for the Class of 2029. Tulane will be test-optional again for Fall 2025 admission.

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SSA Online College Prep

APRIL 13, 2023

Read more college admissions tips on our blog ! Want more college and testing tips? According to NACAC’s 2019 report, “2019 State of College Admission” : “Admission offices identify grades, high school curriculum, and test scores as [the] top factors for first-time freshmen.”

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Top Tier Admissions

APRIL 4, 2023

This marks the College’s third test-optional admissions cycle, which allows students to apply without submitting standardized test scores. When asked about the future of Harvard’s test-optional policy, Fitzsimmons said it is “too early to tell.” “We percent of students identify as women, a decrease from 54.2

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Ivy Central

JUNE 8, 2023

This blog will delve into various aspects of Wesleyan University, shedding light on its location, student cohort, admissions process, undergraduate majors, faculty-student ratio, graduation rate, and the net cost of attending. . Regarding standardized tests, the median scores of admitted students are 1420 for the SAT and 32 for the ACT.

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