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Learn the latest tips and strategies that will help you succeed on both the SAT and ACT! Our blog is updated frequently with the help you need! Prep Expert is an ed-tech company that specializes in online SAT & ACT preparation. We offer full-length live online courses, on-demand video courses, 1-on-1 private tutoring, and more.
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1d ago
The SAT is offered several times a year– but what is the best time to take the SAT? Does it really matter? The date isn’t the most important part of your SAT strategy, but it is important to think about! There are several things to consider when choosing your date to take the test. But let’s not get too ahead of ourselves– first, let’s look at the SAT test dates ..read more
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1w ago
If you want to attend the college of your dreams, every aspect of your academic profile matters. One of the most important elements is your GPA: your grade point average. Admissions committees rely heavily on your GPA to predict your ability to succeed at their school. If you’re looking to boost your GPA and stand out in a competitive applicant pool, you need to approach the process with strategy and ..read more
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1w ago
College admissions, especially to elite institutions like Princeton or Yale, often feel very mysterious and vague. There’s so much that goes into an admissions decision, and every year, thousands of students with exceptional grades, impressive extracurriculars, and high test scores compete for a limited number of spots. But what are the real secrets to standing out and getting accepted? Today, we’re going to reveal some of the lesser-known strategies and ..read more
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3w ago
In a landmark move that could reshape higher education across the nation, California has enacted legislation to ban legacy and donor admissions at private colleges, effective from the 2025 academic year. This bold decision is a significant stride toward reinstating meritocracy in American education—a principle that has been increasingly undermined by policies favoring the privileged. As someone deeply invested in leveling the educational playing field, I wholeheartedly support California’s decision ..read more
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3w ago
When preparing for the SAT, students may be surprised to find that there are history-related questions on the Reading and Writing section. However, unlike a traditional history test that might ask you to recall dates or events, the SAT’s history passages are not designed to test your factual knowledge of history. Instead, they are focused on evaluating your reading comprehension and critical thinking skills, particularly when engaging with historical texts.  ..read more
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1M ago
The Reading and Writing section of the SAT is notorious for tripping students up with its tricky wording. But, by learning which words are usually at the scene of the crime, you can avoid falling into the trap and instead start boosting your score. To help you out, we’ve compiled a list of 5 words that often appear in incorrect answer choices on the digital SAT Reading and Writing section ..read more
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1M ago
Here at Prep Expert, we’ve helped thousands of students improve their SAT and ACT scores and earn more than $100 million in scholarships. These students come from all kinds of backgrounds and academic situations. No matter where you go to school or what kind of student you are, you can improve your standardized test scores and your chances of getting into your dream school. When you’re just starting out with ..read more
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1M ago
For a brief period, many colleges and universities hopped on the trend of dropping standardized testing requirements for incoming freshmen. However, this trend has reversed just as quickly, and many schools have already reinstated testing, or will be reinstating it in the coming years. Is your top choice among them? Top Universities That Have Reinstated Testing The shift back to standardized testing has been most notable among some of the ..read more
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1M ago
In the wake of the U.S. Supreme Court’s 2023 ruling against affirmative action, which prohibits universities from considering race in their admissions processes, elite institutions like MIT are experiencing the tangible effects of this landmark decision. MIT recently announced how the ruling has impacted their undergraduate admissions process. The Class of 2028 saw a significant drop in the percentage of underrepresented minority students, shrinking from 25% in previous years to ..read more
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1M ago
SHARK TANK – “Episode 716” – A college student from Las Vegas, NV who earned a perfect SAT score wants to expand his business to help others increase their test scores, but can he deliver a perfect pitch to the Sharks? Husband and wife exercise enthusiasts from Jenison, MI believe they have created the ideal sports bra that women have long been looking for; two millennials from Denver, CO want ..read more