College Fairs SAT Standardized Testing 
Solomon Admissions
MAY 4, 2023
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.
Great College Advice
JANUARY 7, 2025
Please attend these meetings where you can gain valuable initial insight to the college admissions process. For many colleges, a letter of recommendation from your counselor is required so schedule a 1-on-1 meeting so your counselor can learn more about you.
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PrepScholar
JANUARY 3, 2023
As you research colleges and universities and consider their admissions requirements, you’ll inevitably notice that many schools require you to submit your SAT scores as part of your application. Given its purpose, it’s no wonder that colleges and universities have been requiring the SAT for decades.
Solomon Admissions
NOVEMBER 24, 2023
Your academic profile consists of several aspects: grades, class schedule rigor, and standardized test scores. Maintaining a high grade point average (GPA), while taking Honors and AP classes will help increase your chances for admission to college. Taking , test prep courses will help enhance your test scores.
Great College Advice
AUGUST 20, 2024
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. Although most colleges remain test optional following COVID, we recommend studying and sitting for the SAT or ACT at least once.
Great College Advice
JANUARY 14, 2025
Being a participant is great, but learning to lead and make a difference outside the classroom is an accomplishment that colleges truly value.Make connections with the current leaders of your organizations as you may have the opportunity in 11 th grade to step into their leadership role(s).
HelloCollege
JANUARY 16, 2025
Instead of requiring students to submit a full application with essays, activities list , recommendation letters , and other traditional elements, some colleges proactively offer admission to students based on information already available, like GPA, standardized test scores, or self-reported academic achievements.
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