Question: “How do I improve my scores when I retake the SAT?”
Answer: Most students take the SAT for the first time in the winter or spring of their junior year. Unfortunately, not many students will hit it out of the park on their first SAT sitting. But don’t worry, you can take it again. Last year, 55 percent of juniors taking the test improved their scores as seniors. With tutoring and rigorous preparation, students can see their scores increase dramatically after re-taking the SAT.
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Question from Facebook fan Bonnie Sayers: ”What are your thoughts on online SAT Prep Courses? My son turns 17 in March and next up is the SAT.”
Answer: Online sessions are a convenient and cost-effective way to prepare for the SAT test. Thanks to modern technology you no longer have to drive across town to that SAT prep class. As long as you have a good internet connection, you can keep those pajamas on, open up your laptop and start studying instantly. A lot of tutoring companies offer online prep courses; there are even some free options.
Question: ”What are SAT Subject Tests and how do I prepare for them?”
Answer: SAT Subject Tests are one-hour multiple-choice tests used to demonstrate to colleges your mastery over a particular subject. These tests focus on very specific subject areas, such as English, history, math, science and languages. You can take up to three SAT Subject Tests in one sitting.
Question: “Which should I take: The ACT or the SAT?”
Answer: As high school students, you will likely have to decide whether to take the ACT, SAT or both. Almost all colleges now accept either test. And top colleges either let your submit the ACT with writing in lieu of the SAT with two SAT subject tests.
Here are some things to consider when deciding which test to take.
Question: “When should I start preparing for the SAT?”
Answer: Start preparing for the SAT either in 10th or 11th grade with a plan to take your first SAT spring of 11th grade (junior year). If you have a lot of gaps in math and reading skills, then I suggest starting your SAT prep in 10th grade or even earlier. If you know how to read well, and you have a solid handle over your math and grammar fundamentals, then start prepping in 11th grade.
Follow these steps to get started studying:
