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Jan 19, 2021
Breaking SAT News
Let's keep it simple to quickly release the big news! We aren't at all surprised by any of these announcements of changes to the SAT.
Dec 22, 2020
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 college-bound students to do something productive toward their college goals.
Dec 7, 2020
Where Are My PSAT Scores & What Do They Mean?!
Students tested in October and their scores become available either December 7th or 8th, 2020; release dates vary by state (see map below). You will receive an email from CollegeBoard when your scores are released. School counselors had access to scores the week before.
Dec 1, 2020
How to Save Money on Taking the ACT & SAT
One survey by Finder calculated the average college bound journey to cost $4,688. Taking an official ACT or SAT for a “trial run” to "see how you test" before embarking on test prep and serious testing is a costly mistake.
Nov 12, 2020
Dates for Ohio ACT/SAT Free Test
Ohio students are given the ACT or the SAT in the winter or spring of their junior year. Here are the Greater Cincinnati Test Dates for 2021 (Class of 2022)It is taken during the school day, during the week – not on a Saturday. This test counts as a REAL ACT or SAT to send to colleges too!
Oct 21, 2020
How ACT and SAT "Perfect Practice" Works
You’ve heard the adage, Practice Makes Perfect. At LEAP, we confidently know that practice for ACT or SAT testing is ...
Oct 6, 2020
Who Should Take the December ACT or SAT
Juniors are ready to take the December ACT/SAT if they have completed algebra 1& 2 as well as geometry or are at least half way through the last of those three courses which is generally algebra 2 in traditional math sequencing at high schools.
Aug 3, 2020
Questions to Ask When Choosing Test Prep
Discerning the best-fit test prep program for your child can feel like just another daunting task in the college-bound journey. There is no one size that fits all. To help guide families through making an educated decision, LEAP has formulated crucial questions to ask along with how we answer those questions.
May 29, 2020
Application Roadmap: How to Beat the Deadlines
Follow LEAP’s step-by-step plan for stress-free, no parent nagging, college application completion.
-Get clarity on where to apply when you can’t visit colleges. -How to tackle the hardest part first…the essay. PLUS the *new* essay on COVID impact. -Learn which parts can (and should) be done prior to August 1st. -Determine which schools you can save money on application and ACT/SAT reporting fees.
Apr 8, 2020
What is Test Optional & Should You Submit Test Scores
Test optional has been around for a very long time, but is getting renewed attention in the wake of COVID-19 as some colleges have indicated a move to Test Optional for the class of 2021.
What is test optional? Test optional means allowing students to apply to a college with or without ACT/SAT scores; it’s left up to the student.
Mar 24, 2020
Where are My State ACT Scores?
All Ohio juniors take either the ACT or SAT at their high school in late winter just as many in other states also do. The majority of Ohio schools opted for the ACT in a pencil to paper format given on February 25th or March 10th in 2020; those taking the SAT or testing online have different dates. Students who’ve taken the ACT before on their own have noticed these states’ results are slower than national test date results to arrive.