Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, there were 1,070 colleges that allowed applicants to choose whether or not to submit SAT or ACT scores. Over the past year, about 700 more colleges temporarily suspended their test score requirements, and at least half of those schools are currently considering extending their test optional policies. Despite the fact that life is slowly returning to normal, test optional policies seem poised to continue for the foreseeable future. How have test optional policies impacted students? Who should still take the SAT or ACT? What are other ways, besides test scores, to stand out?
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Changes to SAT Subject Tests and the SAT Writing Section
Recent News from the College Board In a recent update the College Board announced the following: SAT Subject Tests are being eliminated effective immediately. Given the fact that most colleges had already stopped requiring the SAT Subject Tests, the only surprise is...
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Opt in to Optional College Application Components
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A+ Scholarship Part 3: Finding Yourself in your College Search
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A+ Scholarship Part 2: Small Scholarships Big Rewards
Recently, A+ introduced the first recipient of its $500 Tests and the Rest Counselor Select Scholarship, Adam Powley. With the typical high cost of college, and costs skyrocketing even higher, can small scholarships really make a difference? Benefits of Small...
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