If you are concerned about your SAT scores,
TAKE ACTION!
You have time to practice and improve prior to the October testing date. Check out this link for great FREE test prep resources. Think about SAT prep as just another homework assignment. Make sure you are fitting in time a few days a week to practice. Just like your favorite sport, video game or other hobby- Practice makes perfect....well, great improvement anyway!
A few other tips:
This may sound obvious but MAKE SURE YOU'RE REGISTERED! Talk to your school counselor to double check and if you need any help. Sometimes Fee Waivers are available too!
GET FAMILIAR WITH THE TEST! The best way to do this is to take Practice Tests! There are different sections and different types of questions. Spend time with ALL of the sections/types of questions even if they feel easy to you.
SET A STUDY SCHEDULE! You know I'm a fan of the Google calendar....block off a few hours a week and have your phone/email remind you. If you are concerned about your GPA or other pieces of your application, great test scores can make a difference. Some schools also have required minimum scores for admissions. Check out your Top Schools requirements!
LEARN TEST TAKING STRATEGIES! There are some simple tips that can really help you ace your SAT. Take some time to review the suggestions here and here!
TWO of the MOST Important Tips: Get a good night's sleep and be sure to have some breakfast as brain food before the test!
A few other tips:
This may sound obvious but MAKE SURE YOU'RE REGISTERED! Talk to your school counselor to double check and if you need any help. Sometimes Fee Waivers are available too!
GET FAMILIAR WITH THE TEST! The best way to do this is to take Practice Tests! There are different sections and different types of questions. Spend time with ALL of the sections/types of questions even if they feel easy to you.
SET A STUDY SCHEDULE! You know I'm a fan of the Google calendar....block off a few hours a week and have your phone/email remind you. If you are concerned about your GPA or other pieces of your application, great test scores can make a difference. Some schools also have required minimum scores for admissions. Check out your Top Schools requirements!
LEARN TEST TAKING STRATEGIES! There are some simple tips that can really help you ace your SAT. Take some time to review the suggestions here and here!
TWO of the MOST Important Tips: Get a good night's sleep and be sure to have some breakfast as brain food before the test!
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