• What is the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT)?
• What is the American College Testing Program (ACT)?
• When are the next SAT/ACT test dates/how does my teen apply/how much do the tests cost?
• What is the COMPASS Test?
• What are some practical tips for taking College Entrance Tests?
• How do I know which College Entrance test my teen needs to take?
• Resources for College Entrance Test Preparation
• Test Accommodations for Students with Disabilities

What is the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT)?

 

The Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) is a three-hour achievement/aptitude test.  Scores on the two main sections (verbal and mathematics) are reported on a scale of 200-800.  Many colleges require that admissions candidates take this test.  These test scores give college admissions officers and scholarship sponsors one indication of a student’s ability to do college work.

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What is the American College Testing Program (ACT)?

 

The ACT Assessment^® is designed to assess high school students' general educational development and their ability to complete college-level work.

The tests cover four skill areas: English, mathematics, reading, and science.

Each section is scored separately.

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When are the next SAT/ACT test dates/how does my teen apply/how much do the tests cost?

 

To find out the this information for the SAT, CLICK HERE

 

To find out this information for the ACT, CLICK HERE 

COMPASS® is a comprehensive computerized adaptive testing system that helps place students into appropriate courses and maximizes the information postsecondary schools need to ensure student success.

COMPASS offers placement and diagnostic testing in mathematics, reading, and writing—and now includes placement testing for English as a Second Language (ESL) students.

For more information on the COMPASS Study Guides, click on the links below:

Reading

Writing

Numerical

Geometry

While many of the same test-taking skills you have learned for other tests during high school can be used, you need to learn about HOW to take the college entrance tests.  For practical tips…

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Universities and community colleges require different entrance tests and minimum test scores.  Before taking a specific test, you should also contact your School Counselor to determine the best test(s) to take.  For specific information on which test a college requires, contact the college campus’ Admissions office.

In addition to the information found on the SAT and ACT websites, the Number 2.com website, provides your teen with free test preparation information.  To visit their site, CLICK HERE