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CEG's Crash Course to Standardized Testing

CEG's Crash Course to Standardized Testing

Because standardized testing has many confusing details and raises a lot of questions for students and families, we’ve built CEG’s Crash Course to Standardized Testing.

ACT vs SAT: Differences + Which Test Should You Take?

ACT vs SAT: Differences + Which Test Should You Take?

Many students are unsure of the difference between the ACT vs SAT, and of which test they should take. This guide explains both.

What is a Good SAT Score? What is a Good ACT Score?

What is a Good SAT Score? What is a Good ACT Score?

 Because what is a good SAT score or a good ACT score varies depending on what schools you’re applying to, this guide explains how to think about your standardized testing goals.

What do Test Optional and Test Blind/Free Mean?

What do Test Optional and Test Blind/Free Mean?

This post clarifies the often confusing terms “test optional” and “test blind/free”, and offers guidance on how students should approach taking the SAT or ACT and possibly submitting scores.

How to Raise Your ACT Score By 3 Points in 30 Minutes

How to Raise Your ACT Score By 3 Points in 30 Minutes

This guide offers tips and tricks on the easiest ways to raise your ACT score quickly.

9 Hacks for the ACT English Section

9 Hacks for the ACT English Section

This guide offers 9 quick, clear hacks that will help to quickly improve a student’s score on the ACT English section.