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College Essay Protip

September 19, 2023

What makes a good essay topic? In general, avoid focusing on negative experiences, the things that happen to you. Stray away from topics that include anything that might make a school worry about you or your potential for success in college. This includes, but is not limited to, issues about mental health,…

What is a "good" SAT score?

September 1, 2023

What is a “good” SAT score? The CollegeBoard defines benchmark scores for both the Math and Evidence-Based Reading and Writing sections of the SAT. Reaching these benchmarks means that a student has a “75 percent chance of earning at least a C in first-semester, credit-bearing college courses” (CollegeBoard) in related…

2023-2024 SAT and ACT Test Dates

September 1, 2023

Official SAT Test Dates 2023-2024 August 26th, 2023 October 7th, 2023 November 4th, 2023 December 2nd, 2023 March 9th, 2023 (Digital SAT) May 4th, 2023 (Digital SAT) June 1st, 2023 (Digital SAT) Register for the official test at collegeboard.org. Register for SAT prep classes here! The SAT changes to the…

ACT vs. Digital SAT

June 14, 2023

ACT VS Digital SAT Want to know the difference between the ACT and NEW digital SAT? Read some of our most asked questions below and take a look at our new score conversion chart! Which test is a better fit for me? It depends! The best way to know for…

The Importance of an Expanded Resume for Admission to the University of Texas at Austin

June 7, 2023

UT ADMISSIONS: THE IMPORTANCE OF AN EXPANDED RESUME The University of Texas at Austin is one of the most esteemed universities in the world, with over 51,000 students across 18 different schools and colleges. A unique aspect of their admissions process is the request for an expanded resume. While it…

College Admissions Timeline!

June 7, 2023

COLLEGE ADMISSIONS RECOMMENDED TIMELINE The key to not getting overwhelmed with the college admissions process is to stay organized and know what to focus on when. The focus in 9th-10th grade should be on academic success, extracurricular interests, and exploring career ideas. College visits and gaining real world experiences through…

Learn More About the Digital SAT!

November 3, 2022

The SAT is changing–a lot! Here’s an overview of the new digital format, followed by an in-depth look at the new math and verbal content. DATES The digital SAT will debut in March of 2024. But class-of-2025 juniors will get a preview in October of 2023, when the digital PSAT…

Big Changes Coming to the SAT!

February 22, 2022

The SAT is finally going digital! Beginning in the fall of 2023 for PSAT, and in the spring of 2024 for SAT, students will take the test on either a personal or school-issued device. (Students without access to either will be provided a device by the college board). The test…

What is the 5th Section that Shows Up at the End of Some SATs?

June 29, 2021

How many sections are on the SAT? As everyone knows, there are four sections on the SAT–except when there are five! The so-called “experimental” section shows up occasionally, after the Math-Calculator section, but it’s nothing to worry about. The test makers are simply trying out new questions. That’s how they…

Score Optional Updates for Class of '22!

May 12, 2021

With the lack of widespread availability for SAT and ACT tests in the last year, many rising Seniors have wondered how a shift in test administrations will affect their college applications. And this has gotten many people excited about the option for schools who won’t require test scores as part…

College Admission Recommended Timeline: Sophomore Fall to Senior Spring

May 12, 2021

COLLEGE ADMISSIONS RECOMMENDED TIMELINE FALL SOPHOMORE YEAR – Focus on making wise academic choices, improving grades, finding passion and focus in extra-curricular activities, test prep indicator PSAT Students should seek to plan for what their academics will reflect by the time they graduate high school. For example, do they want…

SAT Essay and Subject Tests Are Going Away

January 21, 2021

This week the College Board announced that it was doing away with the optional essay portion of the SAT test and scrapping the SAT subject tests. I doubt many students will be disappointed. The essay, a rhetorical analysis of an argument, added fifty minutes to the end of what was…

The FAFSA is Open October 1st!

October 1, 2020

Completing and submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) doesn’t have to be confusing. Read on for advice from our college advisor and one of our trusted college counseling partners to help you navigate the FAFSA with confidence. First, let’s dispel a few myths about FAFSA: I should…

Test Cancellation Updates and Advice for Class of '21

August 4, 2020

The SAT and ACT are typically offered a combined number of fourteen times during a given school year. This year, however, COVID cancellations and postponements eliminated at least half of those opportunities for the class of 2021. Many test sites have announced that they are cancelling or postponing the August…

Understanding the National Merit Scholarship Process

July 6, 2020

Do you have questions about National Merit and the PSAT? Read on to learn more about what National Merit is and how students can qualify for scholarships. At the end of this post you will find a list of colleges that have a reputation for offering generous scholarships to students…

Applying to Score Optional Schools - Updated!

June 22, 2020

With the unprecedented cancellations of SAT and ACT tests this spring, many rising seniors are wondering how the situation will affect their college applications, particularly for schools that now do not require test scores as part of a student’s admissions profile. “Score-optional” or “test-optional” schools do not require students to…

Navigating College Admissions Amid COVID-19

April 21, 2020

College Admission Test Cancellations It may seem difficult to plan for college when everything keeps changing. While important admission test dates have been cancelled or postponed, we want to encourage students to keep their goals in sight and focus on a strong finish! Here is a review of some of the recent changes affecting…

10 Ways High School Seniors Can Stay On Track During COVID

April 10, 2020

Our current situation is a worldwide health crisis. The word crisis comes with a host of negative feelings: doubt, paranoia, anxiety, fear, and stress. A time of crisis is a time of change, no matter the outcomes. For many graduating seniors, this time of your life is a huge time…

How will COVID-19 affect the SAT and ACT?

March 18, 2020

With spring tests cancelled, and students unsure when (or if) they’ll be returning to school this semester, many students and parents are wondering . . . What now? The May 2nd SAT has been canceled (the June 6th date is pending), and the April 4th ACT has been rescheduled for June…

Updated SAT/ACT Concordance Tables... What do they mean?

September 7, 2018

College Board (the producer of the SAT) and ACT, Inc. (the producer of the ACT) regularly compete as the nation’s top college admission testing companies. Recently, ACT and College Board actually collaborated to release new, accurate concordance tables to allow students, colleges, parents, etc. to compare SAT and ACT scores. What…

Congratulations Class of 2018!

June 4, 2018

Congratulations to the class of 2018! In the last two years, More Than A Teacher worked with over 2,000 students from this year’s senior class. We are so proud of each of them and excited to hear what they are going on to do next. A special congratulations and thank…

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College Essay Protip

What makes a good essay topic? In general, avoid focusing on negative experiences, the things that happen to you. Stray away from topics that include anything that

September 19, 2023

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What is a “good” SAT score?

The CollegeBoard defines benchmark scores for both the Math and Evidence-Based Reading and Writing sections of the SAT. Reaching

September 1, 2023

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2023-2024 SAT and ACT Test Dates

Official SAT Test Dates 2023-2024

August 26th, 2023

October 7th, 2023

November 4th, 2023

December 2nd, 2023

March 9th, 2023 (Digital SAT)

May 4th, 2023

September 1, 2023