81. A Guide To Standardized Tests - MyFootpath.com how to prepare best for the standardized test piece of The sat I, the act, or bothtests should be Tennessee requires student s take either the act, sat or act http://www.myfootpath.com/CollegePrep/test_sked.php

Forgot Password? Username: Password: College Prep A guide to Standardized Tests Understanding the SAT I, SAT II, ACT, PLAN and EXPLORE tests By Mary Ann Newbill Because all high schools have different standards of performance and their own unique grading scale, most colleges use standardized tests the SAT I and the ACT to compare students in the same specific areas of knowledge and on the same skills. Standardized test results are one of a number of factors considered by most colleges in the admissions process. For large public universities that process thousands of undergraduate applications, test scores and high school grades often enter into a formula that automatically accepts, rejects or defers a student's application. Only students in the "deferred" category are reviewed by an admission professional. For the majority of students, there's no need to take both tests. In 2000, The University of California at Berkeley, for example, used a formula with grades and test scores only, which would make how a student performs on those tests more important than at Bates College, in Maine, where test scores are optional. Determining which test to take is an important step in knowing how to prepare best for the standardized test piece of the college application. Most students will have natural abilities in either math or verbal arenas; some students will excel in both. Some students perform very well on tests in general; others don't.

82. Christopher Dock - Guidance a majority of colleges and universities have come to depend in varying degrees onstandardized tests to provide SCHOLASTIC ASSESSMENT TEST (sat I sat II) http://www.christopherdock.org/guidance/testing.html

Back to Guidance Home Tests College Admissions Tests: Each year approximately 1.5 million students from more than 25,000 high schools seek admission to over 3,000 institutions of higher education in the United States. There is much controversy surrounding standardized admissions testing. However, a majority of colleges and universities have come to depend in varying degrees on standardized tests to provide an equalizing index of aptitude and achievement in the admissions process. PRELIMINARY SAT/NATIONAL MERIT SCHOLARSHIP QUALIFYING TEST (PSAT/NMSQT): Christopher Dock's Preparation and Administration of PSAT/NMSQT. Each September we go into the Junior English classes and introduce to students the basis on which colleges make their admission decisions: courses, grades, rank, activities, and test scores. At that time we hand out copies of the PSAT/NMSQT fact sheet Going to College?, as well as provide information about the PSAT/NMSQT test that is given in October. Payment is made to Christopher Dock in the form of a check and the test is administered in the cafeteria. Christopher Dock allows Sophomores and Juniors to participate each year in taking the test. The majority of the students are Juniors. This test allows students to compare their ability to do college work with the ability of college-bound peers. It is good preparation for the SAT I as well as entering students in the scholarship competition conducted by National Merit Scholarship Corporation and other programs. Taking the test is also a way of encouraging colleges to send you information about programs, activities, and financial aid.

83. New Mexico Student Loans offers an indepth look at the sat and act standardized tests. You will find a freeonline sat sample test that lets you practice with real test questions for http://www.nmstudentloans.org/money/PlanningforCollege.html

84. Standardized Tests for registering yourself for each of the standardized tests you take. also registeronline at www.collegeboard.com for sat I and II, and at www.act.org for http://www.eguidancecounselor.com/standardized_tests.htm

STANDARDIZED TESTS Most colleges and universities require their applicants to take at least one standardized test for their consideration for admission. For most students, this usually means taking the SAT I: Reasoning Test (formerly called the SAT). Most selective colleges also require one, two, or even three SAT II: Subject Tests (formerly called Achievement Tests). If you live in certain parts of the country, the ACT may be the more common test. The ACT is another standardized test used for college admission. Most colleges and universities will accept either the SAT or the ACT. Sometimes the ACT can be taken instead of the SAT I, and sometimes instead of both the SAT I and SAT II. The ACT is a test which most students should consider taking at least once; by doing so, you could be giving yourself more options. For a comparison summary of the two tests, click here. Whatever standardized test(s) you take, remember that you are responsible for seeing to it that the respective testing agency forwards your score(s), in a timely fashion, to the colleges to which you will applying. Your test scores may or may not appear on your high school transcript, but even when they do, most colleges will still want an official report from the testing agency.

85. Freshman Application & Admission scores on the Scholastic Assessment Test (sat 1) of by writing the Education TestingService (CEEB the secondary school record, standardized test scores, final http://www.ju.edu/admissions/policies_freshmanApplicationAdmission.asp

My JU Blackboard Directory Search ... Policies Policies International Students Transfer Students Admission Notification Enrollment Deposit ... Readmission Freshmen applicants must submit: A completed application; A $30.00 non-refundable application fee; Official copy(ies) of secondary school transcript(s); SAT or ACT test results; Counselor recommendation form (attached to the application); and Letter(s) of recommendation. Additionally, art students must also submit a portfolio, and music, theatre arts, and dance students must audition with the appropriate department. Applicants who have not earned a diploma from a high school accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools or other similar accreditation body, but who have received a high school equivalency diploma or certificate from their state by satisfactory performance on American Council of Education’s Tests of Educational Development (GED), must submit a copy of their GED certificate along with the application for admission. Every freshman applicant must submit scores on the Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT 1) of the College Entrance Examination Board or the American College Test (ACT) of the American College Testing Program. Information regarding these tests may be obtained from a high school guidance office or by writing the Education Testing Service (CEEB), Box 592, Princeton, New Jersey 08540, or the ACT Registration, Box 414, Iowa City, Iowa 52240. The applicant must ensure that the secondary school record, standardized test scores, final academic transcript(s), and any statements and recommendations are sent to the Director of Admission.

86. Standardized Test Information standardized Test Information 150 of the most popular words and made quizzes to testyour knowledge help you review the math and verbal skills tested on the sat 1 http://www.marblehead.com/guidance/test.html

Standardized Test Information. The ACT The original ACT Web Page. ACT TEST DATES College Board Online Educational Testing Service A valuable site for testing information. Frontline : Secrets of the SAT Secrets of the SAT. Why the national obession with the SAT test. And how fair, reliable and democratic is it? Kaplan Pre-College Information Great information on PSAT, SAT, ACT tests, test scores and what they mean, recentering, sample test questions, and much more. Petersons.com : Test Preparation Download free software for test prep. SAT Prep Help A good resource to work on your vocab. SAT Question of the Day Vocab.SAT You aren't ready unless you know these 150 words. Research has shown that there are words that consistently appear on the SAT and are consistently missed. Get 150of them now. Because the SAT is half verbal, you cannot do well without a solid vocabulary. Fortunately, there are effective ways to prepare for the test. There are some words the College Board likes to use more than others. The reason: students consistently miss them. We have collected 150 of the most popular words and made quizzes to test your knowledge. Web Ware for the SAT These skill lessons are provided to help you review the math and verbal skills tested on the SAT 1.

87. The ACT standardized tests like act are designed to allow college On the act, unlike withthe sat, there is are administered at high schools and test centers nationwide http://www.a2zcolleges.com/exams/act.htm

Knowledge ... listed alphabetically The ACT (American College Testing Assessment) Introduction The ACT Test Structure General Tips and Strategies English ... Act Test Dates and Locations Introduction The ACT (American College Testing Assessment) is one of the two major standardized college entrance tests taken in the United States today, (the SAT I is the other). The ACT is an all-multiple-choice test given five times a year. Standardized tests like ACT are designed to allow college admissions officers to judge all students by a common measuring stick. In addition, Admissions officers use these scores as a way to predict academic performance in the first year of college. The ACT Assessment, tests knowledge in four subject areas: English, Reading, Math, and Science Reasoning . Unlike the SAT, the ACT is not an aptitude test. The questions on the ACT are related directly to the material students have learned in high school. The ACT includes 215 multiple-choice questions . It lasts three and a half hours (including breaks-actual testing time is two hours and 55 minutes ACT-takers actually receive 12 separate scores on the ACT: 1 composite, 4 subject scores, and 7 sub scores. However the composite – or scaled – score is the most important. It ranges from

88. Montgomery Blair High School Career Center Fee waivers are available to assist juniors and seniors taking the sat I$ the ACTstandardized test for whom payment of such testing fees would present a http://www.mbhs.edu/resources/career/

Select One CC Scholarship Database 00-01 CC Guide Career Center News Important Websites College Planning Guide Financial Aid Applications/Transcripts Testing Information MCPS-Approved Community Service List Welcome to the Montgomery Blair High School Career Center Blair's ACT/CEEB/School Board Code Number is Use this when filling out college applications and registering for any standardized test. Career Center Scholarship Database This site incorporates scholarship information from all 24 high schools in MCPS into one big database and allows people to search the database for information. 01-02 Yellow Pages (Yellow pages in your plan book) Still Constructing (Abridged version of the former Guidance/Career Center Guide) The yellow pages provide information about Blair's Guidance and Career Center Program and Services for the 2001-2002 school school year. SENIORITIS Career Center News and Links to: Selective Service NCAA Clearinghouse Financially $peaking: FAFSA Page Scholarship Announcements Bridges Interest Inventory Bridges Important Websites This list of web sites is helpful in the financial aid process.

89. University Of Richmond - Standardized Testing Requirements office or the College Board and act calendars to that students DO NOT hold theirSATII subject at Richmond should complete all standardized testing by the http://www.richmond.edu/prospective/apply/test.htm

Calendar Search Contact Admission Home ... International Students Standardized Testing Requirements The University of Richmond's standardized test requirement may be met in either of the following ways: The SAT-I and two SAT-II Subject Tests in Writing and Math (level IC or IIC) or The ACT (American College Test). Applicants are encouraged to take a third SAT-II subject test in a foreign language because it aids the language departments in determining placement. These tests must be taken by January (SAT-I and SAT-II) or February (ACT) of the senior year at the latest. Please consult with your high school guidance office or the College Board and ACT calendars to insure these tests are completed in a timely fashion. We strongly recommend that students DO NOT "hold" their SAT-II subject test scores under the Score Choice option as this delays the processing of their application. Students who apply for merit scholarships at Richmond should complete all standardized testing by the end of December of their senior year in high school. It is your responsibility to have official score reports sent to the University of Richmond.

90. SAT / PSAT / ACT - EDUFAX FAQ. the level of your classroom work and the level of your standardized test scores,you Finally, there are some colleges which do not require act or sat scores http://www.edufax.com/faq/s116.html

E D U F A X Test Prep Applications College Graduate School ... EDUFAX for all the facts about your education The EDUFAX Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Archive I am interested in SAT/PSAT/ACT..... Question #116: I didn't get a great score on my ACT. What do I need to do to get into the college of my choice? Answer #116: Did you do any preparation before you took the ACT? Do you know what sections gave you trouble? Before you take the test again, you should find someone to tutor you in the areas where you need help. If you cannot afford a professional tutor, you can find a peer tutor or use a computer program or simply take a number of practice tests in a prep book and see what types of problems are giving you difficulty. Once you know where you need help, ask one of your teachers to work with you to clear up some of the problems that have been affecting your score. You might also try the SAT. Some students do better on one test than the other, but everyone does better on both tests if they prepare. You should never approach standardized testing without knowing about the format and content of the test, the expectations for the levels of knowledge you need, and an understanding of how to pace your work so that you can accomplish the maximum in the time allotted. You can find the best deals on the 'Net for PSAT/SAT/ACT prep software programs and tutorials through the EDUFAX site It is also possible that you have some learning differences which make standardized testing difficult for you. If there is a serious discrepancy between the level of your classroom work and the level of your standardized test scores, you should speak with your guidance counselor about having an educational evaluation.

91. SCC - Assessment & Testing: SAT (Scholastic Assessment Test) A standardized, multiplechoice test; An admissions or placement The ETS administersSAT exams seven times a Contact the Assessment and testing Center, or visit http://www.scc-fl.edu/testing/sat.htm

This site will look much better in a browser that supports web standards , but is accessible to any browser or Internet device.   For best results, please update your browser if you can see this message. Seminole Community College SCC Information Campus Calendars Campus Directories Frequently Asked Questions LRC/Library What is the SAT? The SAT (Scholastic Assessment Test) is: A standardized, multiple-choice test An admissions or placement requirement for most U.S. colleges and universities Often used to determine scholarship awards Governed by the Educational Testing Service (ETS) There are seven sections to the SAT. The section order and contents differ each time the test is administered. Three verbal Three mathematical One experimental The experimental section: Is used by the ETS for research Can be verbal or math Will not be counted towards your final score Why is the SAT important? Florida requires students to take admissions or placement tests before entering a program. The test you take depends on the program you want to enter. You should take the SAT test if you: Are entering a college credit program (working towards an A.A. or A.S. degree)

92. New Paltz Central School District-New Paltz High School-Guidance- Pre College Ca Taking this test will help you prepare for the standardized teststheSAT or ACTwhich you ll need to take as a junior or senior. http://www.newpaltz.k12.ny.us/local/high_school/Teachers/bdavies/guid_pre_colleg

New Paltz High School Guidance Information obtained from: Educaid www.educaid.com Junior Year Senior Year It may seem like college is a long way off. It really isn't as far away as you think. Your choice of a college or university can influence the course of your life for many years after graduation, so don't discount this decision just because you don't have to fill out college applications yet. You ought to start now to decide what you'd like in a college . Find out about the different types of schools, and decide which characteristics of schools are most important to you. (See our college decision checklist for details.) Attending college fairs can help you get an idea of what's out there. One of the factors that will help you choose a college is what you'd like to do once you've finished college. So think about career possibilities, and explore different occupations. Your counselor can help. Give some serious consideration to planning your career Most importantly, though, now is the time for you to review your high school coursework and activities.

93. Undergraduate Admissions, Expenses, & Financial Aid: Freshman Admission and grade trends. standardized test scores (sat I or act), an essay,and recommendations are also considered. Decisions are made http://www.umass.edu/ug_programguide/admissions/freshman.html

Home Freshman Admission Application Process Fall applications for freshmen may be submitted after September 1 of the senior year. There is a nonrefundable application fee of $40 for Massachusetts residents, $50 for other U.S. citizens, and $60 for international applicants. Upon acceptance a nonrefundable enrollment fee of $200 is required to confirm a place in the entering class. Applications must be received and complete (including SATs or ACTs, fee, essay, transcript, and related documents) not later than January 15 for fall semester and October 1 for spring semester. Students not currently in high school must assume the responsibility for ensuring that all necessary documents are submitted by stated deadlines. International students are eligible for fall admission only and their applications are due by January 15. They must also submit TOEFL scores, a certified affidavit of financial support, and a bank statement. Required/Optional Tests Freshman applicants are required to submit results of the Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT I) administered by the College Entrance Examination Board or the ACT (American College Test) administered by the American College Testing Program. Fall semester applicants must take the SAT or ACT on or before the January test date unless they wish to be considered on the basis of their junior year test scores. SAT II tests are not required but can be used for placement. Test results must be sent directly to the University from the College Board Test Center or directly from the high school guidance office. The University's Amherst campus College Board Number is 3917.

94. UW Oshkosh schooled students are required to submit an official transcript of all course workcompleted and scores from either the act or sat I standardized tests. http://admissions.uwosh.edu/main-future.html

Academic Coursework Class Rank ACT/SAT Home Schooled Students Application Procedures ... Send Your Score Academic Coursework Thank you for your interest in UW Oshkosh. For consideration to be admitted as a new freshman, you are required to complete the following 17 college preparatory credits in high school: 4 in English 3 in mathematics (algebra I, geometry and algebra II) 3 in social science (at least one history) 3 in natural science 4 in academic electives Class Rank, ACT/SAT I Scores All students are encouraged to apply to the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh. To be considered for admission as a new freshman, you should rank in the upper 40 percent of your graduating class OR score a 22 or above on the Enhanced ACT or 1030 on the SAT I. As space allows, a discretionary group that ranks in the top 50% with a minimum ACT of 20 may also be given consideration. When no class rank is available, the cumulative high school grade point average, strength of academic courses and standardized test scores will be considered. Special talent is also a consideration for admission. Home Schooled Students Home schooled students are required to submit an official transcript of all course work completed and scores from either the ACT or SAT I standardized tests.

95. Junior Year application procedures, entrance requirements (standardized test scores, grade Somecolleges require the sat II test. 13 months left), • Take the sat or act http://www.curriculumunits.com/Resume/resume/college admission/collegecalendar.h

Preparing for College Calendar Junior Year When What September (24 months left) • Register for the Preliminary Scholastic Assessment Test (P.S.A.T.) held in October. Some scholarships, such as the National Hispanic Scholar Awards Program, base their awards on the P.S.A.T scores. • Find out about and sign up for any scheduled college fairs. • Sign up for high school extracurricular activities. • Continue career exploration throughout junior year. October (23 months left) • Take the P.S.A.T. • Have a family discussion about tentative college plans. • Start exploring information about colleges you might attend. Talk with your high school guidance counselor and teachers. • Collect information from college fairs, attend college presentations at the high school, read college guides. • Write to colleges for information, brochures, prospectuses, etc. November-December (22-21 months left) • Find out the following about colleges: application procedures, entrance requirements

96. The Times-Delphic Online (April 3, 2001) don t see the value in standardized testing because some admission decision alongwith an achievement test like the sat scores are just one of the many factors http://orgs.l3.drake.edu/times_d/00_01/apr/4_3/SAT.html

Current Issue: April 3, 2001 VOL 119. NO. 42 Front Page News Opinion Features ... Sports Site Features: Home Archive Search Past Issues Online Extras ... Related Links Drake uses SAT scores in admission process, but many believe test should not be used Erika Nortemann contributing writer Untruthful is to mendaciousness as circumspect is to what? What is the least common multiple of the numbers 3, 5 and 7? What is the average of the even integers between 3 and 13? U.S. high school students, before coming to Drake, do everything from studying months in advance to seeking professional help in preparatory programs to be able to answer questions like these correctly for Scholastic Assessment Testing. But what exactly does this test prove? And is it the best way to help colleges determine who should be admitted and who shouldn't be? Should Drake keep the SATs as a measure of students' abilities in its admissions process? A nationwide controversy has sparked over whether or not SAT and ACT test scores should be eliminated from the admission process. Although Drake has not considered eliminating these tests in the past, they are evaluating the tests' importance. Currently prospective Drake students have the option of turning in either their ACT or SAT scores.

97. Testing The sat* is a standardized, multiplechoice test used by fall approximately five weeksbefore each test date in the College Board s Bulletin for the sat* Program http://www.get-into-college-abroad.iatp.org.ua/testing/

Homepage Research Request Information Inquiry Letter Electronic Request Ratings Financial Aid Standardized Testing Apply Write an essay Fill out application Letters of reference Sending the package Graduate School Glossary Useful Links About the Author Testing Learn about the GRE What is the GRE and how is it structured? The Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) General Test is a multiple-choice admission test for applicants to graduate schools. The test is administered by the Educational Testing Service (ETS), under the sponsorship of the Graduate Record Examinations Board. The GRE is a computer-adaptive test (CAT), and consists of three scored sections: Two essays to be written on the computer: Analysis of an Argument and Analysis of an Issue (introduced in October 2002) One 45-minute, 28-question Math section: Problem Solving and Quantitative Comparison One 30-minute, 30-question Verbal section: Sentence Completions, Antonyms, Analogies, and Reading Comprehension In addition, there may be a marketing survey, or one or two experimental sections, which can be Verbal or Quantitative. What is a CAT and how does it work?

98. New Canaan High School Juniors who did not meet the proficiency standards on the CAPT in sophomore yearmay retake the relevant sections during April sat I and II tests are offered http://www.newcanaan.k12.ct.us/high/StudentServicesHandout/tests.htm

Your browser does not support script New Canaan High School MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL CALENDAR DIRECTIONS ... GUIDANCE DEPARTMENT Testing The DAT and the ADRP During their high school years, students will take several standardized tests in addition to the test and quizzes administered in each of their classes. In the freshman year, students take the Differential Aptitude Test (DAT), which is designed to help students explore their particular interests and strengths. They also complete the Advanced Degrees of Reading Power (ADRP), a parallel to the DRP that they took in middle school. Results of these tests are sent home directly to parents. These tests are given during the school weekdays. CAPT In sophomore year, all students must take the mandated Connecticut Academic Performance Test. This is a requirement of the State of Connecticut for all public school sophomores. Information is sent home prior to the test by the school administrator and teachers prepare the students for this week of testing in April/May. Some sophomores also take the PSAT (see * below), but often they do not have the necessary math (one year of algebra and one year of geometry) to perform successfully on the test. A few accelerated students may want to consult their teachers about taking appropriate SAT II Subject Tests. This applies primarily to students enrolled in Honors Biology and/or AP World History. These tests are given during the school weekdays.

99. College Zone - Student Zone - 9th-12th Grade - Planning Depending on your college, your act or sat I score(s Preparing for a standardizedtest may seem difficult, so some high schools offer testprep classes at no http://collegezone.com/studentzone/405_522.htm

@import url(/media/main.css); e-Messaging Order Materials Publications and Forms Contact Us Site Search: Search in Student Zone Parent Zone Counselor Zone FAA Zone Lender Zone Spanish Zone 6th-8th Grades 9th-12th Grades Planning Benefits of a Higher Education ... e-Messaging Sign-Up Assessment Testing In addition to grades and extra-curricular activities, most colleges require that you take either the ACT SAT I or both. These standardized assessment tests help admissions officers to predict your academic performance for your first year in college. Depending on your college, your ACT or SAT I score(s) could affect your acceptance into that college, and may even help you to qualify for financial aid. Keep in mind that you must register to take these tests, and there are fees. Check with your guidance counselor for upcoming dates and current fees. Also, remember that if you need your score by a certain date to qualify for a financial aid program and/or per a college’s requirements, be sure to schedule your test accordingly. Preparing for a standardized test may seem difficult, so some high schools offer test-prep classes at no charge, or for a minimal fee. Get a head start by clicking here for useful tips on how to

100. Standardized Tests This standardized test used for admissions by colleges is The Psat (Preliminary ScholasticAssessment Test) is a very similar to the sat (Scholastic Assessment http://www.mapping-your-future.org/selecting/standard.htm

en Español Contact Us Site Map Search Standardized Tests There are four main standardized tests you should be familiar with and take if you are considering going to college. If you are already in college and preparing to go on to graduate, business, law, or medical school, there are additional exams you'll have to prepare for. Check with your high school counselor or the schools you're interested in attending to find out what test or tests they require you to take. Also, ask your counselor, contact the testing agencies, or check your local bookstore for samples of past tests to become familiar with what to expect. You may also want to check out some of the other Other Internet Resources available on testing. PLAN . The PLAN is the pre-ACT test taken by tenth-graders to help students estimate how well they will do on the ACT. It is a comprehensive guidance resource that helps students measure their current academic development, explore career/training options, and make plans for the remaining years of high school and post-graduation years. Talk to your high school counselor for more information or call the PLAN information line at (319) 337-1029. Additional information can be obtained from their web site at http://www.act.org

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