Student-Tutor | Test Prep Checklist

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5	Before you begin: 1. Hit "File," 2. Click "Make a copy..." 3. Then delete this row. :)
6	Welcome to your personal test prep checklist!
7		Mark the left column with an "x" when you've completed the task. Click on any of the links provided for useful information on test dates, free practice tests, study tools, and more.
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9	9th Grade				NOTES	IMPORTANT LINKS
10		Fall	Aug-Oct	Don't worry about the SAT, ACT or PSAT yet! The effort outweighs the value for scholarship and college admittances. There are better things to focus your energy on at this point.	Your freshman year should be focused on 1) getting acclimated to high school 2) getting at least a 3.7 GPA or higher / figuring out your high school course track 3) figuring out what you want your SPIKE to be.
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12		Winter	Nov - Jan			What are the SAT subject tests?
13		Spring	Feb- Apr	Sign up for AP subject test IF you are taking any AP classes this year.		College Board Subject Tests
14		Summer	May - Jul	Take SAT subject test IF you are taking any AP classes & vying for elite universities.
15	10th Grade				NOTES	IMPORTANT LINKS
16		Fall	Aug-Oct	Register and then take the PSAT in October (Round 1)	The PSAT is not just a practice SAT exam. It is your chance to get a full-ride scholarships to dozens of schools! Use this round for a baseline PSAT score.	National Merit Scholar = College Money!
17		Fall	Aug-Oct	Register and then take the PSAT in October (Round 1)		National Merit Scholar = College Money!
18		Winter	Nov- Jan	Get Your PSAT scores back!	If you scored in the top 60% without studying you have a legit shot at becoming a National merit scholar!	College Board PSAT
19		Spring	Feb- Apr	If you scored in the top 60% hire a PSAT private tutor or STUDY you butt off starting after spring break.	Remember PSAT national merit scholar = full tuition scholarships! Must score in top 97% typically.	See universities that will give you a full ride!
20		Spring	Feb- Apr	Hire us for your test prep needs!	While you prep for the PSAT you are simultaneously prepping for the SAT. Therfore, even if you don't become a national merit scholar your money and time is not wasted!	PSAT score needed for national merit scholar by state
21		Summer	May - Jul	Take SAT subject test IF you are taking any AP classes & vying for elite universities.
22	11th Grade				NOTES	IMPORTANT LINKS
23		Fall	Aug - Oct	Take the PSAT (Round 2) - counts for National Merit this round! ONE SHOT!	Do well here to get full-ride scholarships to schools around U.S.	Guide to the PSAT
24		Winter	Nov - Jan	Take Official SAT (Round 1)	If you have been prepping for the PSAT take the SAT 2-weeks later since the tests are super similar.	Dates for the SAT
25				Take Official SAT (Round 1)	Don't worry about prepring for the ACT if you have been already for the PSAT & SAT. Every college takes either or.	Dates for the ACT
26				Trouble-shoot weak areas to increase your score	If you are started late or did not prep for the PSAT take both the ACT & SAT without studying to determine which one you will perform better in.	Why did my score go down?
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28		Spring	Feb - Apr	Take Official SAT/ACT (Round 2)		Top 7 Ways to Prepare for the SAT
29		Summer	May - Jul	Take SAT subject test IF you are taking any AP classes & vying for elite universities.	-	-
30	12th Grade				NOTES	IMPORTANT LINKS
31		Fall	Oct-Nov	Take the SAT/ACT (Round 3 - optional)	Taking the SAT/ACT a 3rd time gives you a chance to shoot for the highest possible score. Just watch out for school deadlines!	-
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