I’m currently in an SAT Prep course at my school twice a week that runs all the way till the end of April. However, even with that I feel like that isn’t enough since my PSAT scores were really low :-\
During the end of the summer my Aunt bought me the Barron’s SAT book (2009) yet, I haven’t cracked it open until recently … So, I have a few questions to ask:

1.) How do/did you study for the vocabulary?

My SAT book supplies me with an entire word list that contains more than a 1,000 words and I don’t know where to start. It provides me with flashcards, but how am I supposed to memorize all those words in preparation for the May SAT this spring? I’ve told myself that maybe if I memorize 10 words a day, I’d complete the list. However, with my AP exam coming up, my project due soon, the project I’m currently working on now, and my term paper due in weeks, plus other homework on top, it’s difficult to fit it in my schedule. So, how did you study/memorize the Vocab?

2.) The critical reading section is a bit difficult to me. I’ve always wondered which strategy is best when it comes to reading the passages given to you. Do you glance at the questions beforehand and then start reading the passage? Do you skim the paragraph so you can have more time to answer the questions? Do you read the entire thing the whole way through thoroughly and then answer the questions? There’s many different ways to tackle the situation, but which way is more helpful?

3.) This isn’t a question pertaining to the SATs really, but you know how colleges and universities like people who are unique and are able to stand out from the crowd? Well, what if you’re planning to go into pharmacy/medical field but you have a talent in art? If you’re able to use your talent and let’s say you win some big Art contest, would that be considered unique to the college, even though it has nothing to do with health/med?

I’m not exactly sure what unique qualities colleges are looking for :-\ I feel like I’m a plain Jane in this world … Especially in this day and age where competition is always rising.
Thanks Ty
Yeah, I read a few pages before of the SAT book, but not enough. And yes, I know people should join groups and do community service (I already do at the moment) but I mean besides all that. There will be tons of kids out there who have done all of the above, but there are those few lucky ones that stand out far more than the rest. I’m wondering what that may be. Thanks for your advice! Top 5 is amazing

Okay I am in a dilemma..
Currently, I am a junior in highschool, who gets pretty decent grades (3.5 unweighted GPA first semester, aiming for 4.0 this semester..starting out with all As..right on track ) I am taking a couple of honors, AP, and regular classes. My question is that will only taking the ACT test decrease my chances into getting into universities here in California? with of the competition going around.. (Is it more SAT based or what?) I’m really scared of whats going to happen in the future.. I got a 1400 on my SATs (didn’t study really..) which is like below average..and on practice tests i would get around that same score range..I feel like I will never get a good score on the SATs..
I took the ACT test last week and I felt like I blew through that test. It seemed very easier than the SAT test..I feel more confident with what my ACT score will be , but I don’t wanna say anything until I see the actual score. Should I quit my SAT classes and switch over to ACT classes? Advice would be VERY much appreciated..

I’m taking the SATs this May and probably another time after the summer. (I’m a junior in highschool.) Overall, I’m a pretty good student; my average is in the mid-90s. I reallyyyy want to do well but I barely have time to study. I scored a 1560 on my PSATs and I want to raise my score by at least 400 points. I know that if I really work hard at it, I can do it but I’m just not exactly sure how to study for it.

My friend told me about a Kaplan online course, she said that it helped her brother improve a lot. I also heard of a Princeton Review course… If you took the course, or know somebody who did, can you let me know if it helped? The classes are expensive and I wanna know that if I do end up taking a class, my money will be well spent. Thanks for answering =)

p.s. I’m planning to spend the summer studying hardcore lol so it would help to take a course of some sort to make sure I have a guide…

I am in 11th grade now, and I’m taking the SATs for the first time next Saturday (March 13). I haven’t taken any classes, read any books, etc. in preparation for it. I took the PSAT once in 10th grade and once in 11th grade.
For the 11th grade one, I got 79 percentile for critical reading, 54 percentile for math, and 86 percentile in writing skills.
My theory is that people did well on the SATs BEFORE preparing for it was even a thought in the school system. And anyway, they raised the perfect score from 1600 to 2400 because they added another writing section, which is what I’m best at anyway.
PS. If you’re going to be mean to me and be like "WOW WHAT A F***ING DUMBA** YOU SHOULD HAVE STUDIED WOWOWOWOWOW STUUUUUUPID" then just gtfo because I’m looking for people with constructive opinions.
Bottom line: Is it bad that I haven’t studied? I went to PSAT prep classes, but not SAT ones. I figured that I took the PSATs so I know the format, just a shorter version. This test is basically a crapshoot anyway, and I can take it again in May.

I took a practice SAT test at Hitington learning center, it is a prelimernary exam, and, beside the PSATs, was the first SAT exam that I have taken…
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***I scored a 1620 on the test, is this considered good?***
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I am a Junior in High School, and my average is about an 82. I do not know what College I want to go to yet, and I am not sure of what career I want to pursue.

I take the real SATs in June, along with the ACTs- if you have any other advice, please, please, give some.

Thank You!
The highest score one can get on the SAT is a 2400
(because they added an essay section)

I took a practice SAT test at Hitington learning center, it is a prelimernary exam, and, beside the PSATs, was the first SAT exam that I have taken…
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***I scored a 1620 on the test, is this considered good?***
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I am a Junior in High School, and my average is about an 82. I do not know what College I want to go to yet, and I am not sure of what career I want to pursue.

I take the real SATs in June, along with the ACTs- if you have any other advice, please, please, give some.

Thank You!

The highest score one can get on the SAT is a 2400
(because they added an essay section)

Are the SATs really that hard? What SAT score do you need to get into NYU? Does anyone know where I can take a practice SAT test online?

-sigh- I’m seriously losing hope, and I need someone’s advice.

What UCs can I get into (if any…) with the following? What are my chances? And what do I have to do to attend my dream school? (one of the good UCs)

-3.43 unweighted gpa. 3.64 weighted.
-3 AP courses total (I’m going to be a senior) – all 2s…fail…-sigh-
-4 Cs on my transcript…
-1540 on my SAT II. Haven’t taken the subject tests yet, but based on my prep class tests, I would probably average a 540 on SATs math 2 (for sats bio, I don’t know. probably just as bad)
-Basketball for 3 years. Captain for 2 (JV) I have also achieved a "Coach’s Award" (which is second to MVP…not that colleges would know…)
-Public Relations officer in American Cancer Society Club (2 years)
-Secretary in O’Ambassadors (1 year)
-Key Club for 4 years
-Journalism Internship (June-present. ongoing for at least a year)
-LA Youth staff member
-Renaissance Committee member (subset of ASB)
-Will have 100+ hours when school starts.
-CSF (one year)

…I think that’s it.
God, I’m stupid… sorry If I’m being negative, but at this point, I feel like it’s really late to change anything. My GPA is pretty much set. By the way, I’m going to be a senior in September…

The schools I want to get into:
1. UC Berkeley
2. UCLA
3. UCI
4. all other UCs. oh, and USC

I’ve actually thought about Cornell…but fat chance now..

And, if you have any tips of answering the personal essay, I’d really appreciate it.

Sorry it’s so long >.< Best answer goes to the person who can answer all these truthfully…thanks a lot.

ALSO, what is the best community college to attend if I want to transfer after wards? I want to major in medicine (for now, at least) specifically dermatology.

Hey,
I’m a sophomore in high school, and due to the way college is these days, i feel that I should begin looking into where I would like to go. I have a 3.38 GPA and I have gotten a 133 on my PSATs (52nd percentile on the SATs) and I was 59th percentile on my PLAN tests (just under a 22 on the ACTs). So, my test scores suck. Is it hard to improve if I have a tutor? In addition, I am on the golf team (Varsity Letterman). I do B’nai Brith Youth Organization (BBYO), volunteer, and participate in JCWA (Junior Council on World Affairs/ Model UN) and I volunteer at a museum. I plan on taking AP US Govt. Next year.Do I still have a chance of getting into any of these schools despite my current test scores? If not, do you have any other suggestions? Please Help Me! It’s really frustrating that I can’t get any straight answers. lol
Indiana
Ohio St.
Miami (OH)
Temple
UCONN
Wisconsin
Ohio U.
Penn St.
Michigan St.
Rochester
Illinois
UMASS
Case Western Reserve U.
CUNY

Also-
My Mom went to Wisconsin, but transferred to Eastern Michigan after 2 years (I have no Idea why, lol)
My dad went to Ohio St. and went to law school there. (He still donates to the alumni fund)
My grandpa went to OSU and attended Dental School there.
I attend a highly-selective college prep high school in Cleveland, Ohio
I’m planning on getting a few reccomendation from some people that really like me (Can I Get my golf coach to fill one out?)

How hard is it to improve my test scores if i have a tutor?

Does this help at all?

I appreciate your Help & Advice

THANKS

Hey,
I’m a sophomore in high school, and due to the way college is these days, i feel that I should begin looking into where I would like to go. I have a 3.38 GPA and I have gotten a 133 on my PSATs (52nd percentile on the SATs) and I was 59th percentile on my PLAN tests (just under a 22 on the ACTs). So, my test scores suck. Is it hard to improve if I have a tutor? In addition, I am on the golf team (Varsity Letterman). I do B’nai Brith Youth Organization (BBYO), participate in JCWA (Junior Council on World Affairs/ Model UN) and I volunteer at a museum. I plan on taking AP US Government Next year. Do I still have a chance of getting into any of these schools despite my current test scores? If not, do you have any other suggestions? Please Help Me! It’s really frustrating that I can’t get any straight answers. lol
Indiana
Ohio St.
Miami (OH)
Temple
UCONN
Wisconsin
Ohio U.
Penn St.
Michigan St.
Rochester
Illinois
UMASS
Case Western Reserve U.
CUNY

Also-
My Mom went to Wisconsin, but transferred to Eastern Michigan after 2 years (She transferred for the occupational therapy program)
My dad went to Ohio St. and attended law school there. (He still donates to the alumni fund)
My grandpa went to OSU and attended Dental School there.
I attend a highly-selective college prep high school in Cleveland, Ohio
I’m planning on getting a few reccomendations from some people that really like me (Can I Get my golf coach to fill one out?)

How hard is it to improve my test scores if i have a tutor?

Does this help at all?

I appreciate your Help & Advice

THANKS