While it may seem like just another standardized test, the Preliminary SAT (PSAT) holds significant importance in a high school student’s college application process. So why take the PSAT? It offers the following: 1. Practice for the SAT The PSAT, also known as the SAT practice test, is an excellent way for students to become familiar…
The whole college admissions process can feel super overwhelming, and it’s completely normal for parents and students to be stressed. College admissions anxiety is real! However, your International College Counselors advisor is there to guide you through this adventure. They can really help with mental health when it comes to applying to college. Here’s how:…
Students need a balanced college list especially given that, nowadays, students can theoretically apply to more than 4,000 colleges and universities in the U.S. alone. Obviously, this does not mean students should apply to dozens of schools, as not all schools are a good fit for every student. For example, a school might not offer…
The SAT is going digital! Beginning in spring 2023 for international students and spring 2024 for students in the U.S, SAT takers will take the test on a computer or tablet. (And, beginning this fall, the PSAT will be offered solely in a digital format.) Given that the digital SAT will not be available until…
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