MIT changes and the new SAT
MIT has announced that they are reinstituting the requirement to submit an SAT or ACT score for the 2022-2023 application cycle.
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MIT has announced that they are reinstituting the requirement to submit an SAT or ACT score for the 2022-2023 application cycle.
US College Campus Visits. Campus culture is one of principle deciding factors of what type of students a school attracts.
The College Board has opened SAT registration for the 2022 August, October and December dates. Make sure you register early!
Top US universities have shifted towards using the term ‘Top Tier’ or ‘Tier 1’ universities to prevent over-reliance on the Ivy League to represent academic excellence.
Should I take the Digital SAT? In March 2023, The College Board will begin administering its new digital SAT to all international test-takers.
If you’ve never seen an SAT or an ACT before, the test can seem quite daunting – let us demystify these tests for you, so you know what to expect for your first practice test.
Regular Decision results are in, and our students gained forty-five places at all eight Ivy League universities. Our students are shining more than ever.
Increasing number of UK and international students are casting their eye towards the United States and the Ivy League in addition to the traditional British gold standard of the Oxbridge colleges.
Academic Integrated Mentoring gives students direction in their academic life and the tools to pursue their work successfully. Sessions can happen online, in-person, or a hybrid of both.
Academic Integrated Mentoring. Developing the academic skills to stay on track – or catch up – has never been more important.
Academic Integrated Mentoring. Staying organised and managing time for the exam results you need has never been harder. Read our tip of the week.
Staying organised and managing time for the exam results you need has never been harder: students are playing catch-up after blended learning and fractured coursework
Many elements need to come together optimally in order to earn a good SAT score: test-taking techniques, pace through the sections, and nimble responses to
Students who are interested in attending a US university should start planning during Year 10. The breadth and depth required for a successful US application
Having experienced a tumultuous academic landscape with the challenged remote group learning presented for comprehension, a private tutor, with a background in mentoring and coaching,
On the 25th January 2022, College Board (finally!) announced that they will offer the SAT digitally internationally from March 2023 and within the domestic US
This month, students in their final GCSE year will select their future A-Level or IB diploma programme courses. For students who are considering selective universities
It’s January and that means question and project summaries are likely due for your Extended Essays. Whether you take A-Levels or working towards an IB
During the holiday period, we know that many students will be finalising their university applications. And though students deserve a break after a stressful term, the
You may want to do some strategic planning during this flexible time: Reflect First, you want to honestly review your academic trajectory and achievements. How
Many US universities send out their early-round decisions in December. This is an exciting time. Many of you will be accepted to their first-choice school
At US universities, your final graduation grade is assessed from your first assignment. The vesting system in the UK does not exist and every assignment
If you applied Early Action, Restrictive Early Action, or Early Decision 1, then you can expect to hear from schools beginning in the middle of
Preparing for the SAT is a long journey, but it has multiple benefits! At A-List, the skills our students develop as they prepare for the SAT also help them excel at university.
A-List advisors have selected a sampling of test-optional schools so you can see the range of options you might have if you decided it is in your best interest to pursue this type of application.
You’ve made it to test day – congratulations. To maximise your SAT and ACT test performance, A-List has put together our Top Test Day Tips to get you through in flying colours:
Whether you are taking the SAT next month or next year, a test prep plan is crucial for good SAT/ACT scores! Designing your academic planning to incorporate SAT and ACT revision with your schoolwork will help you succeed in both.
The December SAT and ACT are both in approximately one month. While previous blogs have focused on what to do for this final month of preparation, we are going to skip ahead and tell you what you need to plan for that final week before test day.
To avoid the pressure pushing down on you as you prepare for the ACT, our A-List Academic Team have put together our top time-saving techniques
The majority of US unis use the Common Application, a centralised application where the majority of the work is completed and sent directly to US
The US University system has some of the best, and most selective, schools in the world. With 58 out of 100 of the best schools
Half-term is an excellent time push your standardised test preparation forwards ahead of the December SAT and ACT tests. To take full advantage of half-term,
Tests often provoke feelings of nerves, and the SAT/ACT tests aren’t meant to be fun. They are designed as long marathons covering lots of ground
As summer holidays wind down, it is the ideal time to get start prepping for either the SAT or ACT. This may not sound appealing
As the term gears begin to roll and swiftly gather momentum with preparation for exams, EPQs as well as the SAT, academic planning and organisation
This autumn, universities and international organisations will host fairs that bring together a range of schools. This autumn, many of these fairs will be virtual
As students fill out their UCAS applications and have to choose a course, many become concerned that they are not ready to commit to a
A-List UK appreciates that the cost of US unis is often shocking for international students! Seeking out scholarship and funding is often a necessary part
Many students are already familiar with the US Personal Statement. This is the 650-word essay submitted to the Common Application that every school reads. The
A-Level revision can be stressful if you are unprepared. A-Level Maths is best approached with the mantra ‘keep up, don’t catch up!’ You should keep
At A-List UK, we are delighted to help students get accepted to selective US unis. However, we also appreciate that adjusting to university-level course work as
Success on SAT Maths is critical to earning good SAT scores. Starting to prepare for the SATs after your GCSEs is an excellent idea for two reasons: 1.
The Common Application, which is accepted by more than 900 schools, including some colleges located outside the U.S., helps streamline one essential part of the admissions
Good SAT scores require a strong SAT Reading score. Covering fictional, social science, historical, and scientific texts, the SAT Reading section necessitates a developed critical
International students are interested in the attending US universities because they offer an excellent education with unparalleled student resources. In the top 100 universities in
There are just under two months before the September 2021 ACT, which means this is the time to ramp up your ACT preparation in earnest!
At A-List UK, we believe students thrive in educational communities that share their values! Important lessons are often learned outside of the classroom. Universities in
For good SAT scores and good ACT scores, you want to harness your learning style. Both SAT and ACT exam board offer accommodations for students
Students from all over the world are interested in US universities because of their international prestige, flexible curriculums, and first-rate student resources. However, students are
Getting good ACT scores is hard work. It takes diligence, drive, and organisation in order to learn the content needed. These skills are also need
Students who want to get accepted to selective US universities know they need to invest in their extracurricular profile. Many students are keen to do
Correcting your mistakes is one of the keys to earning a good SAT score. The SAT design makes getting to grips with the question styles
At A-List UK, we believe in ambition. Our students want to attend some of the most prestigious and selective universities in the world. However, understanding
In five days and 27.5 hours of instruction, A-List UK SAT Bootcamp provides comprehensive content, key exam techniques, and personalised strategies. Here are our top
The US personal statement is a unique essay within the higher education landscape. Though most universities across the globe want a writing sample to assess your
Good ACT scores require high individual section scores to produce a strong composite: achieving this requires comprehensive content knowledge, particularly English grammar, effective use of
When students are thinking about applying to selective US universities, they often wonder how their exam results impact their applications. Though there are many differences
Both the ACT and the SAT push students’ resilience and mental sharpness to the limit due to their time constraints. A-List’s expert tutors provide tips for working under pressure. 1.
As students plan their summer activities, many ask advisors if they should do academic courses. Both universities, private organisations, and governmental initiatives offer summer enrichment
The ACT requires mental dexterity and stamina. The exam asks students to apply comprehensive content knowledge over the long three and a half hours of the test. To earn a good ACT score, students are only allowed small margins
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