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Showing 3 posts tagged SAT.
TestingJul 12, 2026· 6 min read
Test-Optional: Should You Submit Your SAT or ACT Score?
Test-optional does not mean test-blind. Here is a clear way to decide whether your score helps or hurts at each school on your list.
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TestingJun 15, 2026· 6 min read
SAT vs ACT: Which Test Should You Take?
Colleges accept both equally, so the right test is the one you score better on. A single practice test of each usually settles it.
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TestingJun 14, 2026· 6 min read
How to Actually Raise Your SAT or ACT Score
Score gains come from a boring, effective loop: take real tests, review every miss, and drill your weak spots. Here is how to run it.
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