The “New” SAT – Coming Soon To Your Number 2 Pencil…

The College Board announced plans yesterday to change the SAT. These changes, which include a modification of the vocabulary tested, an optional essay, more predictable reading comprehension subject matter, no deductions for incorrect answers and the return of the 1600 score scale, are not terribly dramatic. Essentially, the SAT will  look more like the ACT… Continue reading The “New” SAT – Coming Soon To Your Number 2 Pencil…

Summer 2014 SAT Prep

The summer before junior year is an ideal time to complete test preparation. Students have more time and less stress so that they can focus on the work and be ready for the October SAT and PSAT. Completing substantive test preparation during a demanding junior year can be challenging so avoid the added stress and… Continue reading Summer 2014 SAT Prep

“Job Hunting? Dig Up Those Old SAT Scores – Employers Still Want Candidates’ Test Results—Sometimes Decades Later”

According to a February 26th, 2014 Wall Street Journal Article, SAT scores may still matter after college admission. Writes Melissa Corn: “Proving the adage that all of life is like high school, plenty of employers still care about a job candidate’s SAT score. Consulting firms such as Bain & Co. and McKinsey & Co. and… Continue reading “Job Hunting? Dig Up Those Old SAT Scores – Employers Still Want Candidates’ Test Results—Sometimes Decades Later”

College Board Announces Future Changes to the SAT

David Coleman, president of the College Board, announced that the board will redesign the SAT test to more sharply focus on the “core set of knowledge and skills” that high school graduates need to succeed in college. Coleman called the project an “ambitions endeavor” but did not provide details about why the College Board wants… Continue reading College Board Announces Future Changes to the SAT

Interested in Attending Boarding School or Private School? Get ready for the SSAT or ISEE…

The SSAT and ISEE are standardized tests required by private and boarding school admission folk. If you are interested in applying to private school, chances are that you will be taking one of these entrance exams. Just as with the SAT, ACT or PSAT, your score can improve significantly with practice. Contact Brewington SAT PREP… Continue reading Interested in Attending Boarding School or Private School? Get ready for the SSAT or ISEE…