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Tips to ace college
entry exams
Because most colleges and universities require applicants to submit ACT or
SAT results as part of admissions consideration, prepping for the test itself
can be a critical component of that process.
While it can oftentimes be hard to deal with the anxiety that comes with
a rigorous test meant to show your mastery of certain subjects and concepts,
such as reading and mathematics, consider these test prep tips to help boost
your score while simultaneously lowering stress.
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Register early
To allow yourself as much f lexibility as possible,
taking college entrance exams during your
junior year of high school is encouraged. If you
don’t get an ideal score, you can refine your approach
and retake the exam with a better idea of
what to expect.
Take a practice test
Any test prep plan should start with a practice
SAT or ACT exam. Taking practice tests
under realistic conditions can help you gain a
better understanding of the content of the test,
improve your time management and help combat
test anxiety. You can use your practice test
as a baseline to set goals and focus the rest of
your prep on areas you would like to improve before
the real thing.
Sign up for a prep course
If you find studying on your own difficult or
not as successful as you’d hoped, a prep course
can put you through the paces and hold you accountable.
Complete with homework and inclass
practice, prep classes can range from small
groups to larger classes taught by test experts.
Some school districts even offer after-school programs
dedicated to ACT or SAT prep.
Gather supplies
To help reduce test day stress, gather everything
you’ll need the night before. Check the list
of banned items - cellphones aren’t permitted -
to make sure you don’t accidentally bring something
you’re not allowed to have. Ensure your
bag is packed with your admission ticket, valid
photo identification, several sharpened pencils
with erasers, an approved calculator (with fresh
batteries) and a watch, if allowed.
Get a good night’s sleep and eat breakfast
While it can be tempting to stay up late the
night before the test to cram, you’re likely to
perform better with a full night’s sleep. Sleep is
important for retention, and eating a balanced
breakfast before heading out the door can aid in
your ability to focus. To make your morning easier,
prep breakfast before bed to keep an early
morning from starting even earlier.
Remember, the college admissions process involves
more than just test scores. Visit eLivingtoday.
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