Preparing for the SSAT just got a whole lot easier. Whether you’re a student gearing up for test day or a parent supporting your child’s private school journey, the SSAT Prep Guide is your go-to resource. Now available in both digital and print formats, this comprehensive guide walks you through everything you need to know to succeed on test day.
Created in collaboration with Test Innovators, who have helped more than 100,000 families prepare for the SSAT, this guide includes:
A complete breakdown of the SSAT structure
Insights into how schools use SSAT scores in the admissions process
Study strategies and timelines tailored to different grade levels
Expert tips for mastering each section: Verbal, Quantitative, Reading, and Writing
Test-day preparation advice to reduce anxiety and boost confidence
Pair the Guide with Online Practice
Maximize your results by using the Prep Guide alongside Test Innovators’ web-based practice platform—the official test prep partner of the SSAT. With timed practice tests, personalized analytics, and targeted exercises, you’ll be fully equipped for test day.
Ready to Start? Download your digital SSAT Prep Guide now or order the printed version to keep by your side as you prep.
The SSAT may seem daunting, but try not to worry too much. As long as you are prepared, you will be able to put your best foot forward on test day. No matter where you are in the process, our test prep tips are here to help!
The feelings, thoughts, and behaviors leading up to and during an exam can make a significant difference in the end result. If you have trouble controlling negative thoughts, concentrating, and maintaining calmness on an exam, you are probably experiencing test anxiety.
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