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How Do I Choose Which Colleges to Apply to?

With more than 4,000 colleges and universities in the U.S., it can be difficult to nail down exactly how many colleges you should apply to. As juniors embark on the college admissions process (and visit schools over spring break), now is a great time to make a preliminary college list.

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Standardized Tests – ACT vs SAT

The Best Test: ACT vs SAT

Today is the registration deadline for the October 1st SAT, and tomorrow’s ACT marks the first standardized test of the 2011-2012 academic year. While the concept can be intimidating, standardized testing doesn’t have to be an ordeal. As of 2007, every four-year college that accepts the SAT also accepts the ACT. Determining which test is best for you (based on format, timing, and content) is an important step in ensuring testing success. At IvyWise, we recommend taking one practice SAT and one practice ACT test under realistic testing conditions, scoring both tests, and comparing initial scores. Once you determine which test is better suited to your individual abilities and begin studying, we recommend taking a practice test weekly for eight to ten weeks leading up to the actual test date.

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