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Nov 15, 2025
PSAT Scores Are Out: What Should Juniors and Sophomores Do Next?
October PSAT scores have officially been released! Whether your student is a junior preparing for college applications or a sophomore starting their testing journey, now is the perfect time to create a smart, strategic plan for the SAT or ACT, as many colleges, such as
The Ohio State University, are returning to requiring test scores for admissions and scholarships.
Nov 3, 2025
How Many Times Should Your Student Take the SAT or ACT?
Junior year is the launchpad for college admissions testing — but when and how often your student takes the SAT or ACT can make all the difference. The right plan helps students perform their best without feeling overwhelmed.
Oct 25, 2025
Should Your Student Take the ACT Science Section?
The ACT has changed! And, one of its most notable changes was to make the Science section optional. The big question that keeps cropping up is Should my student register or take the Science section of the ACT now that it is optional?
Oct 9, 2025
How to Launch Self Test Prep the Smart Way?
Whether your student is preparing for the HSPT, ISEE, SAT, or ACT, getting started early—with the right tools—can make all the difference. If your student is launching their prep now, there is a powerful, student-friendly self-prep platform: Propel, which provides math and grammar review and practice.
Sep 30, 2025
🎉 Big News! Seeley Test Pros Named as an ACT Affiliate Tutor Program 🎉
We’re thrilled to announce that Seeley Test Pros / LEAP has officially become an ACT Affiliate Tutor Program—a rare and prestigious recognition granted by the ACT itself! As an ACT Affiliate, this grants our students exclusive access to officially licensed ACT tests and practice questions for review and practice.
Sep 23, 2025
How to Request and Use Testing Accommodations for the SAT and ACT
If your student has a documented learning difference, ADHD, anxiety, medical condition, or a 504/IEP plan, they may be eligible for accommodations on the SAT or ACT. These supports can level the playing field and make a huge difference in their testing experience and scores.
Sep 3, 2025
Mastering Transition Questions on the PSAT, SAT, ACT, and HSPT
Interestingly, most standardized tests will assess your student's ability to recognize how to use transition words or phrases correctly in context. This requires several skills that many students struggle with. As your student prepares for tests like the PSAT, SAT, ACT, or the HSPT, it is important to prep for these important writing questions by learning the range of transitions that are used and how to identify which is the most relevant to the given passage.
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.
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.
May 19, 2025
Will Your Student Need a Test Score For College Admissions?
As your child navigates the college admissions process, it's important to understand a trend that’s often misunderstood: test-optional admissions. While some colleges allow students to apply without SAT or ACT scores, new data and updated institutional decisions show that submitting test scores can still offer significant advantages.
Jan 8, 2025
Choosing Between the Digital SAT and ACT
One important question many students will need to answer at some point is “Should I take the ACT or the SAT? Or both?” The answer often depends on WHO the student is. Many parents may remember ONLY taking the SAT in high school. Or some of us can even remember a time when certain colleges only accepted scores from one specific test. But times have changed!