Don’t fall for these common ACT/SAT myths and mistakes!

Standardized Testing, ACT & SAT Math, ACT & SAT, ACT & SAT Reading, Test ScoresValerie ErdeFebruary 8, 2022ACT or SAT, ACT Prep, SAT Prep, ACT tutoring, SAT tutoring

Colleges That Are NOT Test Optional

Even some test optional colleges require tests .

Standardized Testing, College Admissions, ACT & SATValerie ErdeJanuary 26, 2022Standardized tests, SAT, ACT, College, College Admissions

Multiple Choice Test Success

How multiple choice tests work and why you should improve those skills.

Standardized Testing, ACT & SAT Math, ACT & SAT, Academic Performance, ACT & SAT Reading, Test ScoresValerie ErdeJanuary 23, 2022Multiple choice tests, Standardized tests, test taking skills

Real College Essays That Work 3: Dartmouth

Deftly making connections is one hallmark of great writing.

College Essays & Supplements, College AdmissionsValerie ErdeJanuary 10, 2022College Essay, Dartmouth

Can Family Meals Boost Test Scores?

Mealtime conversations build relevant ACT/SAT skills.

Standardized Testing, ACT & SAT Math, ACT & SAT Reading, ACT & SAT, Academic Performance, Test ScoresValerie ErdeDecember 20, 2021Reading Comprehension, Literacy, SAT Prep, ACT Prep, SAT Reading, ACT Reading, AP English

Early Action/Early Decision: Deferral Limbo

What to do if you’ve been deferred.

College AdmissionsValerie ErdeDecember 17, 2021College Application, Early Action, Early Decision, Defferal, College

Real College Essays That Work 2: Harvard

Selective colleges want students who have strong writing skills.

College Essays & Supplements, College AdmissionsValerie ErdeNovember 23, 2021College Application, College Essay, College Admissions, College Application Essay, College

Test-Optional: Is It Really a Choice?

Test optional basically means test preferred.

Academic Performance, ACT & SAT, College Admissions, Standardized TestingValerie ErdeNovember 3, 2021Test Optional, Standardized tests, College Admissions

Level Up Your Common App. In One Weekend

Simple steps to improve your Common App.

College Admissions, College Essays & SupplementsValerie ErdeOctober 29, 2021Common Application, College Application, College Admissions, College Application Essay, Extracurricular activities

Real College Essays That Work 1: Princeton

Quirky topic, great essay.

College Essays & Supplements, College AdmissionsValerie ErdeMay 11, 2021College Essay, Common Application, College Admissions, College Application Essay

5 Tips For A College Pre-Med Path

What you can do in high school to facilitate your pre-med path.

Summer Programs & Activities, College AdmissionsValerie ErdeApril 29, 2021Pre-college, pre-med, medical school

Getting Great Teacher Recommendations

To get great recommendations, foster your personal relationships.

College AdmissionsValerie ErdeApril 27, 2021College Application, teacher recommendations, college recommendations

The Rise of AP in College Admissions

With the death of SAT Subject Tests, AP exams are likely to become more important.

Academic Performance, College Admissions, Standardized Testing, Test ScoresValerie ErdeMarch 30, 2021AP Exams, Standardized tests

Has Test-Optional Increased Admissions Competitiveness?

Test Optional caused a big increase in college applications, but not necessarily in competitiveness.

College Admissions, ACT & SAT, Standardized Testing, Test ScoresValerie ErdeFebruary 23, 2021College Admissions, Test Optional

Practicing For ACT/SAT (and Other) Test Success

Practicing like a pro is the key to conquering all kinds of tests.

Standardized Testing, ACT & SAT Math, ACT & SAT Reading, ACT & SAT, Academic Performance, Test ScoresValerie ErdeFebruary 21, 2021ACT Test Prep, ACT or SAT, ACT Math, ACT, SAT, SAT Writing, SAT Prep

Parents' Role In Testing And Academic Success

Advice on the role parents should play in their teens’ ACT/SAT testing?

Standardized Testing, ACT & SAT Math, ACT & SAT Reading, College Admissions, Academic Performance, ACT & SAT, Test ScoresValerie ErdeFebruary 4, 2021Standardized tests, ACT, SAT, ACT tutoring, SAT tutoring, SAT test prep, ACT Prep

5 Important Questions To Ask When Choosing A Tutor

Here are some tips to help you find the right tutor.

Standardized Testing, ACT & SAT Math, ACT & SAT, Academic Performance, ACT & SAT Reading, Test ScoresValerie ErdeDecember 8, 2020Math prep, SAT Math, ACT Math, Tutoring

6 Steps To Better Grades And Boosting Your GPA

Getting better grades and a higher GPA will help you get into a top college.

College Admissions, Academic PerformanceValerie ErdeNovember 23, 2020GPA, Grades, College Admissions, Motivation, Tutoring

Deciding Where To Apply: College Rankings 101

What college rankings mean (and don’t)

College AdmissionsValerie ErdeOctober 29, 2020College Rankings, College Application, College Admissions, U.S. News College Rankings

Standardized Testing For College Admissions

Beyond the basics of ACT and SAT testing.

Valerie ErdeOctober 20, 2020