Study Abroad Preparation Tips

1.     Know about the SAT test Knowing the SAT exam pattern and SAT exam syllabus will help you to make a clear study plan. Plan the SAT exam dates and do the SAT registration well in advance. SAT test series will be a good source for practicing tests. The SAT exam consists of four sections, 1.     Reading 2.     Writing & Language 3.     Math 4.     Essay (optional) Math The math topics are mostly the basic mathematical concepts  that are taught from 6th grade to 10th grade. There are two sections -Math section with the calculator allowed (55 mins) and Math section without Calculator. (25 mins)     Verbal Reading test - (65 mins) This section measures the comprehension skills of students.  Writing & language - (35 Mins) This assesses the students’ knowledge about grammar.     Essay Time: 55 mins You need to demonstrate how clearly the author explains with evide...

If you are preparing for the SAT and desperately planning to increase your SAT Math score, here are some good tips: The first and the foremost step to improve your SAT score is to be consistent in your SAT prep. There should not be any break in your preparation. It is very important to do a self-analysis after every SAT mock test. To do a strong analysis of your tests maintain an error log from your previous SAT mock tests . You can use Microsoft Excel to save it. Errors due to Concept/Topic Application of Strategy/ Technique Trap Answer/ Careless Mistakes Running out of time / Pacing With Calculator         Without Calculator           Based on the error log, identify the gaps, and work out a study plan to fix those gaps. Don’t try to fix everything after the first test itself. Set a realistic target after every test and work towards it and take another SAT mock test and see have you achieved your target as per plan or not? Then again set a ...

If there is one sure-shot way to get an above-average score in the GRE then that is the Sentence Equivalence (SE), because good preparation with SE directly translates into better performance in both Sentence Equivalence and Text Completion (TC)  and thereby your GRE preparation. Combined, these two question types make up 50% of the GRE syllabus giving an unparalleled advantage to candidates. But, how does one become so good with SE that they are sure that they will get every question right? Well, one might find these question types daunting for the reason that they use notorious vocabulary and bombastic language, but, with a precise strategy and consistent practice one can be sure to attempt all the questions of SE and by extension TC with near-perfect accuracy. The following are the simple and yet the most effective strategies for the GRE Sentence Equivalence. Step 1: Vocabulary, Vocabulary, Vocabulary If there is one thing that will clear your way for GRE SE and TC is vocabular...

So you have decided to do your undergrad studies abroad. Almost everyone who is planning to study abroad knows about the SAT.  But did you know that, even in the USA, more and more students are writing the ACT? ACT scores are widely accepted as part of applications in the USA and many other countries. How to decide which test is best for you? Here’s a quick comparison of both the tests. What is the same in both SAT and ACT? ●       SAT and ACT are regarded equivalent and widely accepted by universities for undergrad admissions. ●       Both the scores can be used as part of evaluation criteria for scholarships. ●       SAT and ACT are approximately 3+ hours long ●       Essay is optional in both these tests. ●       Special accommodations are available for students with disabilities in both the tests. ●       Neither of these tests is just a subject/knowledge/content test. What is different be...

As a sophomore, you would be considering to choose between SAT and ACT. With most colleges accepting both scores equally, the choice between SAT and ACT would be more confusing. In a few cases, students would’ve started preparing for SAT and consider shifting to ACT and vice versa. There are a few important points you should note if you want to switch between them. 1. Find out about colleges and which score is acceptable In a few schools or a few courses, a student may be asked to take both SAT and ACT. Despite having many benefits, it may prove to be a challenge for students to prepare for both. It may also result in average scores in both. Under two conditions a student can consider doing both: While applying to competitive schools like the Ivy leagues. If one starts early test prep for SAT/ACT and has maximized the score. Then consider preparing for the other one. In both cases, you have to be strategic and plan well ahead. 2. Find out the difference between SAT and ACT The followin...