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Discover the 10 hardest college majors, why they’re tough, and how to start prepping in high school.
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How to Study for the SAT Over the Summer and Get Ahead for Fall Testing
Use your summer to master the SAT with UWorld’s proven methods and prepare for the new Fall 2025 test dates!.
Should You Take Both the SAT and ACT? Pros, Cons, and Myths
Dual testing = your edge. Bust myths & boost your score with smart SAT + ACT prep advice.
How to Build a College List That Matches Your Goals
Struggling with college choices? Build a list that fits YOU—your goals, dreams, and future.
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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
What does my ACT®/SAT® score mean?
Knowing how the SAT and ACT scoring systems work will help you know what to expect after putting in the hard work of completing the SAT, ACT, or both exams.
Do Certain Schools Prefer the ACT®/SAT®?
In years past, some schools on the East and West Coasts, especially Ivy League universities, preferred the SAT, while Midwestern schools favored the ACT. Today, however, most schools that require
5 Grammar Rules You Need to Know to Ace the SAT® or ACT®
Follow our 5 rules of grammar if you want a high ACT or SAT score.