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Standardized Test Prep at Novella Prep

SAT or ACT? When preparing for college, one must take either the SAT or ACT to demonstrate a certain skill level and allow for admission officers to see how the skills compare to a student's course selection and grades. As the founder of Novella Prep worked in admissions at a major private university, we know that either test is valid for admission. Some students choose to take both, once and then prepare for a second or third administration based on which feels more "comfortable" to them. We suggest that students only prepare and study for one, in the end. Preparing for both, over time, can distract from classes and can ultimately water down any smart strategies for any single test. We will provide more guidance upon meeting with your son or daughter, and talk through the merits of both exams. To AP or not to AP Admission offers were recently surveyed about how much they value AP classes on a high school transcript. Overwhelmingly, they do. Whenever possible, and whenever PSAT scores, instructors, or counselors suggest, we recommend taking AP classes, particularly for areas of interest that could later lead to a college major. We are sometimes asked if a "B" in AP is better than an "A" in a standard college prep class, and the answer is neither. A "B" grade means that a student did not master the subject matter, and often, an "A" in a college prep class means that potential existed for a more rigorous class. Ultimately, which classes a student takes, a strategy called course sequencing, requires planning as early as 8th grade to optimize the chances for college admissions. SAT Subject Tests Many colleges require SAT Subject Tests as an additional measure of skill in a given subject area. Often, we find that students did not plan to take the Subject Test in the same year as the class they took that could have best prepared him or her for the test. We suggest developing a standardized test plan that accounts for the suite of tests that your son or daughter will take as early as starting in 10th grade to spread out the testing burden, reduce stress, and plan appropriate preparation and tutoring. Because subject tests are not always perfectly aligned to classwork, we encourage a discussion with our experts to talk through how certain tests can demonstrate a focused expertise, and how planning for these tests can avoid inefficient and ineffective last minute cramming. Regents and other State Tests Whether in New York State, Connecticut, or other states, students take end of course tests, known as summative tests, to demonstrate subject matter mastery. Although these grades are not critical for admissions, we suggest preparing for these tests as part of a longer-term preparation for tests like the SAT and ACT. Why? By sequentially building subject matter mastery, and in coordination with our experts, Novella Prep can identify early which areas to focus upon for state tests like Regents and later, for the SAT. Learn More: https://novellaprep.com Facebook:   / novellaprep