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How to Prepare for AP English Literature Over the Summer
AP English Literature can be one of the most rewarding AP classes, but it’s also one of the most reading-heavy. Starting over the summer helps you get comfortable with challenging texts and sharpen your ability to think critically, which comes in handy whether you’re aiming for law school, journalism, or just top grades.
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How to Prepare for AP Calculus AB/BC Over the Summer
Whether you’re aiming for business, economics, or a competitive college application, AP Calculus can open a lot of doors—if you’re ready for it. Prepping over the summer gives you a chance to understand the core ideas before class even begins, so you can stay calm and in control when things get tough.
How to Prepare for AP Biology Over the Summer
AP Biology covers a ton of material, and if you don’t start strong, it can feel overwhelming fast. Prepping during the summer gives you time to understand the big ideas and feel more confident before the first day.
How to Study for AP U.S. History Over the Summer
AP U.S. History is known for having one of the biggest content loads of any AP class, which is why summer is the perfect time to get a head start. You’ll walk into class already understanding the big ideas, and you’ll sharpen key skills that can help with college essays, law school goals, or future teaching plans.
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3 Ways to Study When You’re Stuck at Home
So, you’re quarantined, social distancing, stuck at home, and going a little stir crazy. What’s the solution to pandemic boredom? (No, the answer is not “more Netflix.”) Intellectual stimulation!
Hilarious Grammar Fails You Might Want to Avoid
Happy National Grammar Day! It’s the day we gatekeepers of grammar get to celebrate our punctuation prowess. Check out these hilarious grammar fails.
Yes, College Admissions Officers Are Trolling Your Social Media Accounts
There’s a new piece of the college-admissions puzzle to consider, and it’s all about your social media. Be smart about what you put online.
Students Like You Trust UWorld for Their High-Stakes Exam Prep
Many students have used UWorld College Prep to help them study for the ACT® and SAT®. Now hear why they loved using it so much.
7 Facts We Bet You Didn’t Know About the ACT®
People might not love college readiness tests, but you know what people do love? Trivia! Test out your ACT knowledge with these 7 trivia questions about little-known ACT facts.
The Rise and Fall of the SAT® Adversity Score
The SAT® Adversity Score for all its good intentions received significant backlash from parents, teachers, and school counselors. We take a look at what happened.