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What Should I Know Before Sending My Child To Study In the U.S.? Part 2

Aug 22, 2022

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in Admissions, Applications, College, Counseling, Test Prep

Demonstrating a proficiency in English while not missing a student’s home country and anecdotally proving a student’s personality through teacher recommendations will be the more personal aspects of applying to colleges and universities in the United States. But, what about governmental documentation, academics, and finances? Grab your popcorn parents, because that’s exactly what we’re here…

Five Last-Minute SAT Math Hacks

Mar 11, 2022

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Zinkerz

in SAT, Test Prep

“You have 5 minutes remaining in Section 4.” The announcement sounds like the script to a nightmare. 5 minutes? But I still have questions left to do! Palms are sweaty, knees are weak, pencil’s heavy. You start doing mental math: “if I spend 41 seconds on each question and account for the 8 seconds it…

The Importance of APs

Mar 2, 2022

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Zinkerz

in AP Exams, Test Prep

WHAT IS AN AP CLASS? Advanced Placement classes are college-level courses taken during high school. They are designed to give you the experience of an intro-level college class and culminate in— should you choose to take it— an exam that can be applied towards college credit if you receive above a certain score. AP courses…

Getting to Know the SAT

Jan 28, 2021

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Zinkerz

in SAT, Test Prep

Introductions can be tricky, especially when you’re being introduced to one of the most important exams you will ever take. That being said, let’s meet the SAT, and learn more about it.

5 Ideas For a Successful Study Break

Jan 25, 2021

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Zinkerz

in Test Prep

If you work for too long without a break, you’ll burn out and lose focus; if you take too long of a break, you’ll have a hard time getting back into the flow of studying. Here are some fun and beneficial study breaks that will help you up your concentration.

Cramming for the SAT: Does it Work?

Jan 24, 2021

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Zinkerz

in SAT, Test Prep

cramming is about as effective as synchronizing your study schedule with the alignment of celestial bodies when it comes to preparing for tests like the SAT and ACT.

SAT vs. ACT: What’s Right for You?

Jan 17, 2021

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Zinkerz

in ACT, SAT, Test Prep

While the two tests assess similar skills, there are key differences between the tests that can play to a student’s test-taking strengths. In order to maximize your performance, you should study for and take the test that is most suited to your strengths.

How to prepare in the last week before your big test

Jan 14, 2021

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Zinkerz

in SAT, Test Prep

In the final days before taking a big test like the SAT® or SAT Subject Test®, it’s important to remain focused on your goals. Students will show off their hard work and knowledge in the test room.