The SSAT is a very competitive test, and having a preparation plan is key to achieving the best scores that you are capable of. Here’s our favorite strategy:
1. Start by taking a full-length practice test in one sitting.
2. View your results to see your strengths and weaknesses.
3. Review questions and master concepts you missed with additional practice questions.
4. Repeat steps 1-3 until test success is achieved.
We highly recommend this iterative process – you’ll be surprised at how much of a difference it can make in the efficiency of your preparation!
We are excited to introduce Arianna, one of our 2021 scholars. Through hard work and determination, Arianna increased her ISEE score by 41 percentile points!
One of the integral features of the Test Innovators preparation platform is the system of Practice Exercises, which is located on the “Practice Exercises” tab of the dashboard. The Practice Exercises are an important supplement to the full-length Practice Tests. Here are a few tips for maximizing the Practice Exercises:
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