1. Future Prep Educational Services LLC
The SAT & ACT
Presented to:
Clover High School
January 18, 2017 By
Future Prep Educational Services LLC
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2. Overview I. Admissions II. SAT II. ACT III. Test Day Tips
IV. Test Preparation
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3. Admissions I. Common Application II. Ease of Application
Online Standardized Application accepted by close to 700 Colleges and Universities
College Foundation of North Carolina has a website with resources for North Carolina
Students. Has a common application for North Carolina Schools.
II. Ease of Application
Many schools have online application processes
More Students Are Applying to More Schools!
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4. Admissions I. Early Evaluation II. Early Admissions Options
Appraisal of where you currently stand.
II. Early Admissions Options
Acceptance Rate for Early Admissions vs. Regular Admissions at 57% vs. 50%
Early Decision – Binding Early Admissions option
Early Action – Non-Binding Early Admissions option
III. Rolling Admissions
Typically Starts October 1st
Ends when Admissions Quota is reached
Chance that the “bar” will be raised.
IV. Waitlist
Typically 35% of Applicants placed on Waitlist are ultimately accepted
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5. Admissions Quantitative Factors Weighted GPA
Admissions Tests (SAT / ACT)
Overall GPA / Class Rank
Scores on AP Tests
Scores on SAT Subject Tests
Academic Awards / Distinctions
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6. Admissions I. Qualitative Factors Activities Athletics
Personal Statement / Essay
Letters of Recommendation
Interview
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7. The SAT I. About the Test II. When is it Offered?
Globally Recognized
Used as a Universal “Measuring Stick”
Critical Thinking & Content Test
II. When is it Offered?
January, March, May, June, August, October, November, & December
III. How is it Scored?
Scored on a Point Scale
Most Schools participate in “Score Choice”
IV. For More Information:
Contact:
Or call: *Option 2 From the Menu*
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8. The SAT
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9. SAT Test Dates SAT Date Register-by Date Late (Fee Applies)
January 21, 2017
December 21, 2016
January 10, 2017
March 11, 2017
February 10, 2017
February 28, 2017
May 6, 2017
April 7, 2017
April 25, 2017
June 3, 2017
May 9, 2017
May 24, 2017
August 26, 2017
TBD
October 7, 2017
November 4, 2017
December 2, 2017
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10. The SAT Subject Tests I. About the Tests II. When are they Offered?
Used for Admissions and/or Advanced Placement (depends on the School)
Scored on a Point Scale
II. When are they Offered?
January, May, June, August, October, November, & December
1/21/2017, 5/6/2017, 6/3/2017, 8/26/2017, 10/7/2017, 11/4/2017, 12/2/2017 (Check Availability)
II. What are the Subjects?
Literature Physics Modern Hebrew
U.S. History French Italian
World History French w/Listening Latin
Math Level 1 German Chinese w/Listening
Math Level 2 German w/Listening Japanese w/Listening
Biology/EM Spanish Korean w/Listening
Chemistry Spanish w/Listening
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11. The ACT I. About the Test II. When is it Offered?
Universally Accepted
Used as a Universal “Measuring Stick”
Content Test
II. When is it Offered?
February, April, June, September, October, & December
III. How is it Scored?
Scored on a 1-36 Point Scale
ACT will typically release the Score for the seating you specify
IV. For More Information:
Contact:
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12. The ACT
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13. ACT Test Dates ACT Date Register-by Date Late (Fee Applies)
February 11, 2017
January 13, 2017
January 14–20, 2017
April 8, 2017
March 3, 2017
March 4–17, 2017
June 10, 2017
May 5, 2017
May 6–19, 2017
September 9, 2017
TBD
October 28, 2017
December
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14. SAT & ACT Photo Requirements
I. Your passport-type or wallet-sized photo (sized from 2 x 2 up to 2.5 x 3 inches)
and must be at least 640 x 480 pixels.
II. The photo must:
A. Be properly focused
B. Not have discernible pixels or be grainy
C. Be correctly exposed (brightness and contrast)
D. Be taken in full-face view, directly facing the camera
E. Be clear enough so there is no doubt about your identity
F. Not be too dark or too light, with no shadows or glare on your face
G. Not show an outdated "look" for you (e.g., facial hair that you no longer have, a new and different hair length or color)
H. Not show other people in addition to you
III. Your appearance in the photo must match how you will look on the day of
the test.
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15. SAT & ACT Photo Requirements
IV. Do not wear a hat or head covering that obscures the hair or hairline, unless
worn daily for a religious purpose. Your full face must be visible, and any
head covering must not cast any shadows on your face.
V. If you normally wear prescription glasses, a hearing device or similar articles,
they may be worn for your photo.
VI. Sunglasses or glare on eyeglasses is not acceptable in your photo. Glare can
be avoided with a slight downward tilt of the glasses or by removing the
glasses or by turning off the camera flash.
VII. File format must be .jpg, .gif, or .png.
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16. TEST DAY TIPS No studying the night before- GET REST!
If unfamiliar with test location, drive-by at some point in the week leading up to the test.
Check collegeboard.com for required ID and acceptable calculators.
No mechanical pencils (Bring two number 2 pencils)
No sugar or empty carbs (you don’t want to crash 2.5 hours in). Breakfast of oatmeal, granola, trail mix, etc. is good for energy
Bring tissues, water, granola, a mini pencil sharpener, eraser, and wear a zip hoodie (easy to adjust based on room temp)
Bring a wristwatch with hands. Every section reset it to 12:00. That way you can tell at a glance how much time you have left- good for pacing without burning seconds figuring out time remaining.
DON’T PANIC- Confidence from preparation, and Breathing Exercises should
reduce stress.
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17. TEST Preparation I. Test Prep is a Must! II. Use The Right Materials
Tests are timed so content has to be fresh.
Test questions are different from how material is tested in school.
Tests are of extended duration. Stamina needs to be built up with Practice.
II. Use The Right Materials
It is best to use Practice Questions made by the Test Maker.
Make sure Practice Tests are Accurately Timed.
Make sure you are using All of your resources.
Collegeboard and ACT Inc provide resources on their websites.
III. Don’t Wait Until the Last Minute
Set a schedule and Stick To It!
Best to start prepping at least 1-2 Months before Test Day.
Take Practice Tests at regular intervals leading up to Test Day.
A Class is not a necessity, but it can help keep you on track.
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18. TEST Preparation CLASS SCHEDULE Clover High School 1625 HW 55 E.
Clover, SC 29710
Lesson # Dates Time
Lesson 1 Wed, 1/25 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Lesson 2 Wed, 2/1 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Lesson 3 Wed, 2/8 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Practice Test Sat, 2/11 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Lesson 4 Wed, 2/15 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Lesson 5 Wed, 2/22 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Lesson 6 Wed, 3/1 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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19. Q & A
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