TOEFL - College Admission Counseling https://greatcollegeadvice.com Great College Advice Fri, 15 Aug 2025 10:30:16 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9 https://greatcollegeadvice.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/758df36141c47d1f8f375b9cc39a9095.png TOEFL - College Admission Counseling https://greatcollegeadvice.com 32 32 College Planning for Juniors: Creating a Standardized Testing Plan https://greatcollegeadvice.com/college-planning-for-juniors-creating-a-standardized-testing-plan/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=college-planning-for-juniors-creating-a-standardized-testing-plan Wed, 26 Jan 2011 16:11:51 +0000 https://greatcollegeadvice.com/?p=6915 If you are a junior, what should you be thinking about regarding the college admissions process? Currently, you should be coming up with a standardized testing plan.

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]]> One of the most confusing aspects of the application process is standardized testing.  If you are in your junior year, you should create a timeline of when you would like to take your standardized tests.  You should also plan how and when you would like to prepare for the SAT and/or ACT.
We generally recommend that students take the SAT and ACT in the spring of their junior year.  You may also need to consider taking 2 to 3 SAT subject tests, depending on the schools you are planning on applying to.  In your senior year, you can take the SAT and/or ACT again if needed.  Generally for early applications, the last month universities will accept testing is October.  For regular decision, the last month for testing is December.  As policies vary, please refer to the colleges that you are applying to in order to confirm their deadlines for accepting standardized testing scores.
To learn more about the difference between the SAT and the ACT, please read our blog post:  SAT vs. ACT:  What is the Real Difference? If you need additional information on obtaining extended time on either exam due to a learning difference, please refer to this post.
To register for the ACT, please visit:  www.act.org.  To register for the SAT, please visit, www.collegeboard.org.  Be sure to register for you exam soon since both exams have registration deadlines.
For international students, please refer to the international dates and deadline posted on the ACT and College Board websites listed above.  Since many international testing sites fill up early, it is essential that you register early.  International students may also need to look into taking the TOEFL exam if English is not considered to be your first language.
Katherine Price
Educational Consultant
 

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]]> International Applicants: What You Need to Know About Standardized Tests https://greatcollegeadvice.com/international-applicants-what-you-need-to-know-about-standardized-tests/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=international-applicants-what-you-need-to-know-about-standardized-tests Mon, 29 Mar 2010 01:04:13 +0000 https://greatcollegeadvice.com/?p=4022 What are the standardized testing requirements for admissions process at U.S. colleges and universities? What do you need to know about taking the SAT, ACT, TOEFL and IELTS?

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]]> Previous posts in this series have provided information on the American higher education system, helped you conduct research on colleges and universities you are interested in, provided general insights into how the application process works and detailed information on academic transcripts.  This post will discuss another important aspect of the application process, the standardized test.
Most colleges and universities in the U.S. will require international applicants to submit two different types of standardized test.  The first is a test that shows your proficiency in English, which is often the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or the IELTS (International English Language Testing System).  Many schools will require a minimum score on one of these exams for admission.
The second standardized test that is often required of all applicant is the SAT or ACT.   These standardized tests focus on commonly taught subjects, such as reading, writing, mathematics, and science.  Both exams are not offered in every country, however if you do have a choice in which exam to take, be sure to read our information on the difference between the two exams.
When evaluating your application, some colleges and universities will often use your TOEFL score or your IELTS score instead of the score you receive on the Critical Reading section of the SAT or the English and/or Reading sections of the ACT.  It is important to discuss the standardized test reviewing policies with an admission representative from the institutions to which you will apply.
It is also important to research which exams are required at the schools that interest you and sign up for the appropriate exam as soon as possible.  In several countries, these exams are offered infrequently, so exam dates often fill up quickly.  You also need to take either the TOEFL or IELTS early in case you need to retake the exam to improve your score.
Educational consultants can help you analyze your standardized testing scores and provide information on how your scores will affect your overall application.  We can also assist you with finding resources to help you improve your standardized testing scores.

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