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SAT ACT SAT II TOEFL ACCUPLACER Standardized Testing SAT ACT SAT II TOEFL ACCUPLACER

What is the difference: SAT: Critial Reading, Math, Writing Covers – Reading, Vocabulary, Grammar and Usage, Writing and Math Scores – Range between 200-800 for each section (600-2400 total) Math levels – Arithmetic, Data Analysis, Algebra I, II, Functions, Geometry (formulas provided in test book). ACT: English, Math, Reading, Science Reasoning, Writing Covers – Grammar and Usage, Math, Reading, Writing and Science Reasoning Scores – English, Math, Reading and Science scores will each range between 1-36. The Composite ACT score is the average of your scores on the four sections; ranging between 1-36. Math levels – Arithmetic, Algebra I, II, Functions, Geometry, Trigonometry (no formulas are provided).

Preparing for the next step Why take the SAT/ACT School requirement If you are not sure: contact the Admissions Office Some school do not require either test. Go to FairTest.org for an updated list

When to take Recommendation: Spring of Junior Year Possibly in fall of Senior Year Check deadlines Check college/university requirements

Preparing for the tests Options to help prepare for the SAT or ACT Structured classes/programs that specialize in improving scores Online Practice questions/tests that can be easily scored Study Books Study Apps SAT/ACT Question of the Day

Other Testing Options Accuplacer SAT Subject Tests ACCUPLACER ® is a suite of computerized tests that determines your knowledge in math, reading and writing as you prepare to enroll in college-level courses. SAT Subject Tests Subject Tests are hour-long, content-based tests that allow you to showcase achievement in specific subject areas where you excel Test of English as a Foreign Language – TOEFL The TOEFL iBT test measures your ability to use and understand English at the university level.

How to register for the SAT/ACT For the SAT: Go to - sat.collegeboard.org/register Create an account in the section: My Organizer For the ACT: Go to - actstudent.org Find the ACT Student Web Account section and begin.