SAT vs. ACT

A question parents frequently ask me is, “What is the difference between the SAT and the ACT exams?” Although the SAT and ACT are both standardized tests used for college admissions there are some key differences between the two exams. First, the test structure is different between the two exams. The SAT has three sections

As a classroom teacher and tutor, I am often asked when is it time to hire a tutor? To be honest, the answer to this question can vary from child to child as there is no one-size-fits-all answer. However, here are some things to ask yourself/think about to make your decision. First, is your child

Question: Since the pandemic many colleges and universities are making SAT scores optional. Due to this, should my child still take the SAT exam? My short answer to this is yes! The SAT exam provides more information than most people realize. Here are just a few reasons for your son or daughter to take the

The March SAT results are set to come out today and thousands of students nationwide are eagerly awaiting the results. If your child‘s scores are not exactly where they should be, there’s a few steps that can be taken now to get ready for the next SAT exam.  1.  Introspection – First of all, you

As a private SAT tutor, I receive many phone calls & emails asking me to tutor.  I often tutor one-on-one, but sometimes I tutor larger classes throughout the year.  I am often asked by parents, “what are the benefits of my child taking your class as opposed to private tutoring?”  The following is a list

As my twentieth year of teaching draws to a close, I am beginning to get phone calls about summer SAT tutoring. With school out for a few months, summer is the perfect time to prepare for the October SAT exam.  One call I recently received was from an old friend from high school who now