PSAT
May 15, 2020
PSAT & National Merit Qualification Basics
Stephanie Meyer Twilight author, M. Night Shyamalan movie director, Jeffrey Bezos CEO of Amazon.com, John Roberts Chief Justice of the US Supreme Court, Bill Gates former Microsoft Chairman, Ben Bernanke Chairman of the US Federal Reserve have one thing in common. They were each National Merit Scholarship winners chosen from a pool of 15,000 National Merit Finalists. How did they get there?
Jan 7, 2020
How to Schedule “Rigorous” High School Classes Colleges Want
Colleges will look closely at the level of rigor a student has in their schedule. What does “rigor” really mean? Honestly, something different for each student. Rigorous courses are meant to challenge the student; colleges want to see that a student has appropriately challenged herself.
Dec 9, 2019
Where Are My PSAT Scores & What Do They Mean?!
Students tested in October and their scores become available between December 9th and 11th, 2019; release dates vary by state. You will receive an email from CollegeBoard when your scores are released. School counselors had access to scores the week before.
Feb 5, 2019
4 Action Steps from PSAT Scores
Whether you received your PSAT scores in December or plan to take the PSAT in the future, it’s crucial to understand...
Sep 26, 2018
5 Questions to PSAT & National Merit Success
Coming from LEAP, where we pride ourselves on increased ACT and SAT scores of students in our program, it may sound c...
Jul 11, 2018
ACT or SAT? Determine YOUR Best Fit!
All colleges accept either the ACT or SAT with no preference to either test. On which test should a student focus?
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May 16, 2018
Your Guide to College
A journey with 4,000 possible destinations deserves a seasoned guide!
LEAP journeys with students through all pieces ...
Feb 21, 2018
How to Calculate National Merit Selection Index
Talented sophomores who scored high on the National Merit Selection Index on the PSAT should consider prepping over ...
May 22, 2014
Summer To-Do for Rising Juniors
Sophomore year is coming to a close. Students are thinking they are “half-way through” high school. While that may be...
Dec 12, 2012
Making the Most of Winter Break
While sleeping in, video games and Netflix may be calling over the Winter Break, there is still plenty of time for c...