The College Board has announced it will no longer be providing SAT II subject tests. No more SAT II subject tests! This is great news for students! Why? Because in the past, many 12th graders found themselves lamenting, "What in the world? Some colleges I'm applying...
Standardized Testing Articles
Secret Weapon for Multiple Choice Tests
Which of these multiple choice testing strategies have you never heard of before? That's your new secret weapon. Share this article with a student you care about. 1. Before you start, note the structure of the test and plan your timing. Here's a nightmare you want to...
Got a Big Problem With Standardized Testing?
Has your child taken the SAT or the ACT multiple times -- but never scored anywhere near his or her ability level? This happens more often than you think. Some students just don't do well with standardized testing, no matter how hard they try. Even though they're...
What Should Students Eat Before Testing?
If you're about to take the SAT or the ACT—or a big test for a class—or the LSAT, MCAT, GMAT, or GRE exam—and you just want fast advice on what to eat before testing, zoom to the numbered points below. It was my happiest phone call of the day. "Guess what!?!" said the...
Buy LAUNCH Before 1/11/17 — Get Bonuses Worth $248
Today I'm announcing the extra bonuses your family will receive if you purchase LAUNCH by January 11, 2017. Bonus #1 You and your immediate family will be invited to attend an online MasterClass with live Q&A with me, the author -- at no charge to you. This online...
5 Tips For Anyone Wondering about Commercial SAT or ACT Prep
Recently I got such a great question from a mom. I'm hoping many parents will benefit from hearing why I told her, "No, I don't." Jeannie, I was wondering if you do coaching for students looking to study for the SAT and ACT tests? I have a daughter who is wanting to...
Worried About the New PSAT Coming Up October 14th?
Parents nationwide are worried about how standardized tests for college entrance are changing. If your child is taking the PSAT exam this coming October 14th, you may be wondering how it will be different from the old PSAT, and what your child should be doing in order...
I WAS QUOTED EXTENSIVELY IN U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT TODAY!
When the reporter from U.S. News and World Report called to ask me for an interview about MCAT prep, I immediately said yes. The changes to the MCAT that took place in April of 2015 were massive and sweeping -- so it's important that premed students don't study for it...
Are You or Your Teen Worried About the October 14th PSAT?
Parents nationwide are worried about how standardized tests for college entrance are changing. If your child is taking the PSAT exam this coming October 14th, you may be wondering how it will be different from the old PSAT, and what your child should be doing in order...