14Oct
Meet Bella
We are delighted to introduce Bella, one of our 2024 scholars. Through dedication and perseverance, Bella was able to increase her ISEE score by over 9%, scoring in the 99th percentile overall!
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08Oct
Things to Think About as You Start Junior Year (+ Junior Year To-Dos)
This article was written by our partner, Scoir, the College & Career Network. Learn more about our partnership here. Congrats! You’re officially a high school upperclassman! 🎉 The new school year can be stressful, even if you’re used to this whole high school thing. Plus, with...
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08Oct
Things to Think about and Do as You Start Senior Year
This article was written by our partner, Scoir, the College & Career Network. Learn more about our partnership here.Congrats, you’ve nearly made it! With the majority of high school behind you, you’re in the home stretch.Is senioritis kicking in yet? 😉While you definitely deserve...
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04Oct
Digital SAT Do’s and Don’ts
A strong SAT score can really help your college applications stand out. While it’s not the only factor colleges consider, a high score demonstrates mastery of the important subject matter, as well as hard work and dedication. So, how can you achieve a high score? Practice!https://youtu.be/zeszwUmjvB4Here are some Digital SAT...
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03Oct
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, I 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
Meet Our 2024 Scholars
Each year, Test Innovators provides merit-based scholarships to help students access quality educational opportunities. We awarded five scholarships this year to students who demonstrated the most improvement on either the ISEE or the SSAT.
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30Sep
Your Guide to the HSPT
Are you gearing up for the HSPT? Our HSPT Guide is your go-to resource for understanding the exam, with detailed information on the test's sections and formatting, upcoming test dates, essential preparation strategies, and practical tips to help you succeed.
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27Sep
Which Colleges Require the SAT and ACT in 2024–2025?
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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27Sep
Why the Interview is Important (And Why It’s Important to Prepare!)
The interview can be an intimidating part of applying to independent schools, but it's an incredibly important part of process. Being prepared will help you to interview with confidence!
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10Sep
How to Get Into Harvard-Westlake
In 2022, Harvard-Westlake was the most sought-after independent school in the state of California and the third most sought-after school overall. Because of this, the admissions process is highly competitive. But don’t fret! We’ve put together this guide to help you navigate Harvard-Westlake’s entire application process.
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