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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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What are the SAT® Subject Tests and Should I Take Them?
SAT® Subject Tests can be helpful both for admissions and course placement purposes for some schools. Find out if you should take them.
Where Can a Good ACT®/SAT® Score Get You?
Even so, many prestigious colleges and universities have minimum ACT and SAT score requirements for prospective students. If you fail to get the required score, there is no way some
Which Month is the Easiest ACT®/SAT®?
Find out the answer to the rumor of whether there is a specific month that is easiest for testing for the ACT® and SAT®.
The ACT® Can Be Stressful, Even for a PhD: Here’s How I Survived
Taking the ACT® can be stressful, even when you have a Ph.D. Find out how our content author Simon survived.
How to Calculate Your ACT®/SAT® Superscore
If you’ve taken the ACT or SAT and are unhappy with your score (as many students are), you may be wondering if it’s worth taking the test again. If you
5 Ways to Help Your Child Prepare for the ACT®/SAT®
Each year, millions of high school students prepare to take the ACT or SAT—and sometimes both. Some enroll in after-school or online test-prep classes. Others regularly review ACT and SAT