SAT Scores

The SAT Reasoning Test is the most widely used admissions test for American colleges and universities. Students usually take the SAT during their junior or senior year. The test assesses a student's knowledge in three basic categories: critical reading, mathematics and writing. Each category is scored on a scale of 200 to 800. These... more »

According to the College Board, "more than two million students take the SAT every year." Though some colleges do not require the SAT, most colleges want the scores that may predict a student's success in college. The SAT is one of the most important tests college-bound students face. There are a number of strategies students can use... more »

Many colleges require students to submit scores from the SAT--a nationwide standardized test--as part of the application process. This test measures students' reading, writing and math skills and demonstrates their academic preparation for college. Students can prepare for the exam by studying and by watching for changes in their... more »

So you're going to graduate from high school soon, and you want to go on to college. You've heard all kinds of stories about what you'll need to get into college, and some of them are probably true. While individual colleges have their own set of standards, there are some requirements that are universal and that you'll need if you... more »

Choosing a college or university to suit your needs and further your education can be time consuming, exhausting and extremely confusing. There is so much information that needs to be considered as far as finances, grade point averages for acceptance, locations, transportation, and of course, the entrance examinations. College... more »