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Why Take CLEP Tests?
The CLEP test is one of the best alternative methods for earning college credit. However, many students have never heard of the CLEP testing program, or, if the have, they do not know of it’s advantages. Today we will look at four reasons to take the CLEP test. Save time – This is one of the [...]
4 Steps to Passing the CLEP
What is a CLEP test? CLEP is the acronym for College Level Examination Program. This program is run by College Board, the same company that produces the SAT. CLEP tests give you college credit for knowledge you already possess. Whether you have learned a skill through on-the-job training, an internship, of independent study, you can easily [...]
Using Your SAT Score Creatively
This is the last post in a four-part series on the SAT. “I have taken the SAT . . . what’s next?” You can use your SAT score in a variety of ways. Rather than only using your score to get into a college, you can use it to save money. A number of private [...]
What to Expect on Test Day … and How to Prepare for It
Once you have finished studying for the SAT, you need to be ready for test day. Below is a chronological checklist to start the day before the test. Enjoy! Day Before Test Gather two #2 pencils and an eraser. Only partially sharpen your pencils. A perfectly sharp pencil will not fill in the answer bubbles as well [...]
SAT Prep in 7 Steps
1. Take a practice test – Before you even begin studying for the SAT, take a practice test. This preliminary test will show you your weak and strong areas so that you will be able to plan the rest of you study time around your weak areas. There are a number of different practice tests available. First, [...]
Five Reasons to Take the SAT
Every year about two million US students take the SAT. Why do they take it? Should you also take it? Below are five reasons to take the SAT. Make up for a low GPA – If you currently have a low GPA, scoring well on the SAT can balance the effect of the bad GPA. By [...]
4 Steps to Acing the SAT
What is the SAT? The SAT Reasoning Test ( formerly Scholastic Assessment Test) is a standardized admission test used by most colleges in the United States. It is developed by the College Board, a nonprofit organization, and administered by the Educational Testing Service (ETS). This three hour and forty-five minute test includes sections on mathematics, [...]
5 Alternative Ways to Earn College Credit
Image Credit:victor nuno College credit. To get a degree you must have a lot of it. Is it possible to get college credit inexpensively? Or quickly? Is there a better way than sitting in a classroom and paying $400 or more per credit? The answer is yes! In today’s Information Age, many inexpensive options are available [...]
