04Nov
How to prepare for the SSAT or ISEE with just one week
If you’re trying to get ready for the ISEE or SSAT in a week or less, keep your study plan as simple as possible.
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04Nov
Preparing Your Child for Independent School Interviews
If your child is applying to independent schools, an important factor in their admissions is the interview. Here's how to help them prepare.
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01Nov
The Lower Level ISEE: A Parent’s Guide to Preparing
The Lower Level ISEE test is an entrance test for students applying to 5th or 6th grade that is taken when the student is in 4th or 5th grade. Here are some tips for preparing your student for the test:
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29Oct
5 Things Parents Should Know about Preparing for the ISEE and SSAT
If your child will be taking the ISEE or SSAT this year, you’re probably busy researching the best way to help them prepare. There is a lot of information out there and it can be very overwhelming, so we want to help by offering our top 5 tips for parents....
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15Oct
The ISEE Essay Isn’t Scored, so How Is It Used?
Since the Writing Sample is the only unscored portion of the ISEE, it can be tough to know what to expect and how to approach it. Learn the facts about the ISEE Writing Sample so you can enter test day with confidence!
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10Oct
ACT and SAT Must-Knows for High Schoolers (Part 1)
We recently joined Scoir’s Inside College Admissions podcast to share key insights about the ACT and SAT. In this recap of the first half of the conversation, we’ll cover test-optional policies, changes to the ACT, key difference between the ACT and SAT, how to prepare, and more.
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07Oct
Applying to Independent Schools: October Newsletter
Happy October, everyone! This month is filled with testing, open houses, admissions interviews, and visits to potential schools. As students begin thinking about their interviews, we wanted to share some insight provided by Nilofer Merchant as she prepared to give her second TED Talk. Merchant is an internationally recognized corporate director,...
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02Oct
5 Things to Think About as You Start Freshman Year
College may be very far from your mind right now. We don’t blame you! You should absolutely be enjoying your freshman year and taking it all in. You also have an opportunity to do your future self a huge favor by starting college prep this year.
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09Sep
Applying to Independent Schools: September Newsletter
Welcome back to school! I hope you had a wonderful summer and are ready for the new year.September is in many ways the ‘grand opening’ of the admissions process to independent schools. Spring and summer are the time to ease into the process, but now is when things really get...
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29Aug
Which Colleges Require the SAT and ACT in 2025–2026?
It seems that every year, the approach to standardized testing changes. This year is no different with various schools (once again) reevaluating the role of standardized testing in their admissions process.As we head towards application season, prospective college students need to know where their target schools stand on testing. Are...
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