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SAT and ACT Test Preparation
Standardized Testing
Covid changed the landscape of testing, leading many colleges to adopt a test-optional policy. However, prestigious institutions like MIT still require scores. For students interested in applying to elite colleges, understanding standardized testing is crucial.
There are two primary standardized tests: the ACT and SAT, both of which are equally accepted by colleges. Students should focus their efforts on either ACT preparation or SAT preparation, depending on their strengths and preferences.
In March 2023, the SAT introduced a new, shorter test format that is digital and adaptive, offering a different approach to standardized testing.
These tests can also play a pivotal role in securing scholarships and applying to Australian universities.
Private Tutoring
US College Connect can connect families with expert tutors specializing in ACT preparation and SAT preparation, allowing sessions to be conducted via Zoom or FaceTime.
Important Websites to Visit
1. ACT.org (for ACT information and registration)
2. collegeboard.com (for SAT, subject tests information, and registration)
3. fairtest.org (a list of colleges that do NOT require standardized testing)