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How to Use Quarantine to Prepare for the SAT and other exams

How can I use quarantine to prepare for the SAT, ACT, IB/AP and other standardized tests? Ever since Covid-19 swept the globe, many of us have been confined to our......

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Important Changes to the SAT Tests

The College Board has announced major changes to the SAT and SAT Subject Tests. See below on what the changes entail and what they mean for you. What are the......

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Strategies for Success on SAT Reading Comprehension

The SAT Reading Comprehension section can seem daunting, however there are some simple tricks that you can employ to maximize your exam score. Getting a good score on the SAT......

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SSAT vs ISEE: Do they Cover the Same Topics?

So you’re deciding whether to take the SSAT or ISEE. But how do you decide which one to take? Many secondary schools in the US will accept either exam, so......

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What are A-Levels?

The A-Level ("Advanced Level") is a subject-based qualification for students completing secondary education in the UK. Students typically begin the A-Level syllabus in Year 12. They complete the final exam......

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