Tagged: "College Board"
Which Test Scores Should I Send?
Applying to college and not sure which test scores to send? Here are a few tips.
More Opinions on Advanced Placement
One of our most commented on posts is “Which is Better: AP or IB?” In the post, Mark Montgomery highlights the differences between the two academic programs. Recently, the NY Times published a piece where five different professionals offered opinions on the expanding Advanced Placement program. The article states that the number of students taking [...]
Hate the SAT and ACT? Me, Too, But Colleges Still Love These Tests
Perhaps the most vexing aspect of college admissions in the United States today is the use and abuse of standardized tests. While there is no solid research to support their pivotal role in determining who is accepted and who is rejected by the nation’s colleges and universities, the fact is that they are a competitive [...]
Average SAT Goes Up! and Down!
It’s always fun when two different–and reputable–publications report the same story and lead them with different headlines. The facts: the College Board reported that the average score on the SAT tests last year went down slightly. The averages were 501 for critical reading, 515 for mathematics and 493 for writing. Inside Higher Ed led this [...]
September ACT Registration Deadline
Tomorrow is the registration deadline for the September 12th ACT exam. September is a great time to take the ACT since there is no SAT exam date offered! Still confused as to which exam to take? Have a look at this explanation of the differences between the SAT and the ACT. Katherine Price Educational Consultant [...]
SAT vs. ACT: What is the Real Difference?
You may be spending your summer studying for the dreaded standardized tests, but have you ever really considered the difference between the SAT and ACT? Have you ever stopped to think about which exam might be better for you? On the Surface: The ACT is considered to be a curriculum-based exam, meaning it is based [...]
Fundamental Misconceptions About AP Courses
Patrick Mattimore, a former Advanced Placement (AP) teacher and now a Fellow at the Institute for Analytic Journalism, wrote an article in the Chronicle of Higher Education, in which he debunks 5 Fundamental Misconceptions About AP Courses (note: registration required) Actually, it’s only four misconceptions. But nevermind. Technicality. Kind of funny, though. Anyway… Here are [...]
SAT, Score Choice, and the Business of Standardized Testing
Today’s edition of Inside Higher Ed presents an excellent analysis of the College Board’s new policy allowing students to select which of their SAT scores they’d like to submit to colleges. Ostensibly, this new policy is to alleviate the stress of taking the tests, and to give more power to students in the admissions process. [...]
Tuition Costs Went Up. What a Surprise!
The annual report from the College Board indicates that the cost of tuition went up last year. On average, costs increased from 5-6%, depending on the type of institution. If you want more specifics, you can see the summary of the report in today’s edition of Inside Higher Ed. The big question is how much [...]
College Board Announces a Pre-PSAT Test for 8th Graders
Time Magazine reported the other day that the College Board has developed a new pre-PSAT to administer to 8th graders. The test, called “Readistep,” is supposed to provide an early measure of academic ability and readiness for college. This argument is a bit rich, given all the debate about whether the SAT itself measures predicts [...]
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Mark Montgomery
A former college professor and administrator, Mark Montgomery, PhD, is a college insider who can demystify universities and deliver solid advice to students and their families.
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Katherine Price
Katherine Price has over 10 years of experience in admissions and student affairs at selective colleges and universities that enable her to counsel students for success.
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Cara Ray
Cara Ray is a former admissions officer, and has a Master's degree in Higher Education. She enjoys helping students navigate their educational path, whether toward small liberal arts schools or large public universities.
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Juliet Giglio
Juliet Giglio, M.F.A, heads our upstate New York office. In addition to general college advising, Juliet specializes in working with aspiring performing artists. She holds a professional certificate in college counseling.
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Andrea Aronson
Leading our New Jersey office, Andrea Aronson holds an MBA from the Wharton School and is a candidate for a certificate in college counseling from UCLA. As a marketing expert, she assists all students in presenting themselves in the best possible light.
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Heather Creech
Heather Creech is an award-winning teacher who with over 15 years of experience in helping students with special needs transition from high school to higher education.