Testing Options

Admissions tests are considered by many schools to be an integral part of the admissions process. A single test taken by students from across the nation gives colleges comparative data to use in evaluating students from different high schools. While there are test-optional schools that students can explore, many institutions are reinstating score requirements, emphasizing the importance of these exams in their evaluation criteria.

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See fairtest.org to learn more about test optional institutions and confirm the policy which each individual institution you will apply to. ​

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PSAT/NMSQT

While the PSAT is typically presented to students in October of the sophomore and junior years, some schools offer PSATs as early as  freshman year. These results are not submitted to the colleges. In addition to assisting students in preparing for the SAT Test, the score is useful in initiating the college selection process. The scores from your junior year are also used for qualifying for the National Merit Scholarships. Many students utilize the Summer prior to Junior year for their SAT or ACT preparation simultaneously preparing them for this qualifying PSAT. 

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Digital SAT vs ACT

It is recommended that students take their exam of choice in the Summer prior to junior year and again in junior year as needed. Summer studying is recommended to alleviate students' workload during the school year, allowing them to focus more on academics. To best determine which test is best for you, register for diagnostic exams and follow up with our team for recommendations.