College Bound
Aug 26, 2025
What Are the Best PSAT and SAT Math Strategies?
PSAT and SAT Math sections can feel intimidating for most students, but with the right strategies, students can solve problems more efficiently and accurately. Below are two proven test-prep strategies your child can use when tackling tricky multiple-choice math questions.
Aug 19, 2025
Mastering PSAT & SAT Reading Questions
The SAT Reading section challenges students with college-level passages drawn from poetry and literature, social sciences, and natural sciences, often written in dense, technical, or archaic language. Questions require students to infer meaning, analyze arguments, and support answers with textual evidence, while carefully avoiding “trap” choices that sound right but are not fully supported in the text.
Aug 13, 2025
What’s a High School Profile—and Why It Matters for Your Teen’s College Future
Did you know that your teen’s college application is often judged not just on their GPA and test scores, but also within the context of their high school? That context comes from a document called the High School Class Profile—a vital, but often overlooked, part of the admissions process.
Aug 5, 2025
Do you have an 8th grader considering a private high school? Will they take the HSPT or ISEE?
Do you have an 8th grader considering a private high school? Do you know what skills they will need to be successful on their entrance exams? It's crucial to understand the two primary tests offered for high school admissions: HSPT and ISEE.
Jul 27, 2025
Why Preparing for the PSAT = Preparing for the SAT
Have you ever wondered why your student should prepare for the PSAT? We want to share a little secret: preparing for the PSAT is essentially the same as preparing for the SAT.
Jul 14, 2025
How to Take ACT or SAT Practice Tests (the Right Way!)
The most important part of the test preparation process is taking full-length practice tests. This exercise helps build stamina, improve pacing, and identify strengths and weaknesses. But with recent changes to both the ACT and SAT exams, how and when students take practice tests matters more than ever.
Jul 9, 2025
Your Teen, AI, and the College Admissions Process
As your teen navigates the college admissions journey, they may be turning to tools like ChatGPT or other AI platforms for support. While artificial intelligence can help students stay organized and generate ideas, it also presents new challenges—especially when it comes to authenticity and ethical use.
Jul 2, 2025
Why Demonstrated Interest Matters in College Admissions
As your student navigates the college admissions process, you've likely heard about grades, test scores, and extracurriculars. But there's another powerful—and often overlooked—factor that can influence admission decisions: demonstrated interest.
Jun 24, 2025
Why Strong Grammar Skills Give Your Student a Testing Edge
Did you know that strong grammar skills can make a big difference in your student’s standardized test performance—and their future academic confidence?
Whether your student is preparing for the SAT, ACT, HSPT, or classroom assessments, mastering grammar isn't just about memorizing rules—it’s about communicating clearly and accurately under pressure.
Jun 17, 2025
How Test Preparation Prepares Students For College
Preparing for the SAT or ACT isn’t just about achieving a high score—it’s a powerful way for students to build the academic and life skills they’ll need in college and beyond. At Seeley Test Pros and LEAP, we know that effective test prep delivers value far beyond the exam day.
Jun 11, 2025
What Parents Need to Know About the PSAT & National Merit
As your student moves through high school, the first important testing milestone is the PSAT/NMSQT—a test that not only prepares students for the SAT but can also open the door to prestigious scholarships and academic recognition.
Jun 3, 2025
A Parent’s Guide to Helping Your Senior Complete the Common App
As your student prepares to apply to college, one of the most important steps is completing the Common Application (Common App) — a centralized platform used by over 1,000 colleges and universities for admissions. While this is a student-led task, your support and understanding can make the process smoother and less stressful.