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The PSAT and National Merit Scholarships

By Socrato Admin On September 13, 2019 · Add Comment · In Exam: PSAT
Every year, a large number of secondary school understudies take the National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (NMSQT), also known as the PSAT. This test is a decent pointer of how you’ll perform on the SAT, while deciding your qualification for a National Merit Scholarship. The PSAT offers you a chance to know the standardized test [...]
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All About PSAT/NMSQT

By Socrato Admin On September 10, 2019 · Add Comment · In Exam: PSAT, Tutoring
The Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT®) is a standardized test administered by the College Board and cosponsored by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation. Students take this test in the fall usually during the 10th or 11th grade school day. The PSAT is often taken as a practice for the SAT, but it also [...]
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10th/11th Grader Can Take PSAT as a Pre SAT

By Socrato Admin On September 5, 2019 · Add Comment · In Assessments, Exam: PSAT, Learning Analytics, Socrato, Test Preparation, Tutoring
College Board and National Merit Scholarship Corporation conducts the preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT®). Students take this test in the fall usually during 10th  grade in the school day. The PSAT is often taken as a practice for the SAT. It also allows eligible juniors to enter into the National Merit Scholarship Program. [...]
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Upcoming PSAT/NMSQT 2019 Testing Schedule

By Socrato Admin On September 3, 2019 · Add Comment · In Exam: PSAT, Tutoring
The PSAT will be offered in October 2019 to 10th and 11th graders. There are three possible PSAT test dates this year. Primary: Wednesday, October 16 Alternate: Wednesday, October 30 Saturday: October 19 The PSAT is often taken as a practice for the SAT, but it also allows eligible juniors to enter into the National Merit [...]
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PSAT Test Taking Tips

By Socrato Admin On August 29, 2019 · Add Comment · In Exam: PSAT, Tutoring
#1: Take a Full-Length Practice Test The initial thing to do is take a full-length practice test. It’s best to take it under test-day conditions if you can. Most notably, a practice test will show you which areas need some extra attention. #2: Read a Lot for the Critical Reading Section You don’t have a lot of [...]
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Comparison of ACT vs. SAT Test

By Socrato Admin On August 1, 2019 · Add Comment · In Assessments, Exam: ACT, Exam: SAT, Learning Analytics, Socrato, Socrato: Announcements, Tutoring
The ACT depends more on content than thinking. The SAT depends more on thinking than content.  There is no negative marking for incorrect answers on either exam. ACT Reading SAT Critical Reading 40 questions in 35 minutes 52 questions in 65 minutes 3-4 single passages and 0-1 dual passages Does not include graphs, figures, and [...]
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ACT vs. SAT: Which is Better for You?

By Socrato Admin On June 28, 2019 · Add Comment · In Exam: ACT, Exam: SAT, Learning Analytics, Tutoring
Finally, it’s period to ask yourself: which test is better for you — the ACT or SAT? Following three ways to help you make your choice. Technique 1: Take Official Practice Tests The best way to choose is to actually take each test and then compare your scores. The coolest way to compare your scores [...]
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SAT Essay Scoring System

By Socrato Admin On April 25, 2019 · Add Comment · In Assessments, College, College Application, Socrato: System, Teaching & Tutoring, Test Preparation, Testing, Tutoring
Success on the SAT Essay depends on preparation as well as execution. The SAT is combination of the three components Reading, Writing and Language, and Math. Students have 3 hours to complete these basic sections. The optional SAT Essay adds another 50 minutes to that mix. During the SAT Essay section, you’ll be presented with a [...]
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What’s a Best SAT Score for College Applicants?

By Socrato Admin On April 23, 2019 · Add Comment · In Assessments, College, College Application, Common Core, Exam: SAT, Socrato, Socrato: System, Teaching & Tutoring, Test Preparation, Testing, Tutoring
Youths who plan to submit SAT scores  for college applications can use summer break to study, but it may not always be clear which SAT score should be their goal. The best SAT score for college applicants depends on their target schools, experts say. Admissions teams often consider applicants’ socioeconomic background when analysing their scores, [...]
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Anticipated SAT Exams Dates 2019-20 (International) and Registration

By Socrato Admin On April 18, 2019 · Add Comment · In Assessments, Exam: SAT, Learning Analytics, Socrato, Teaching, Teaching & Tutoring, Test Preparation, Testing, Tutoring
The SAT is offered internationally in October, December, March, and May. SAT Subject Tests are available internationally in October, November, December, May, and June. Below, we give you all SAT test dates, SAT subjects tests availability deadlines for normal registration, late registration, and changes for the 2018-19 testing year. To score high students can use Socrato [...]
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