The SAT - Why It Still Matters
Pre-Pandemic SAT Influence
Before COVID-19 changed everything in the education world, colleges believed that the SAT was their best way to see if students could handle their academic programs. It acted like a key, unlocking the gates to higher education. However, despite its significance, there were concerns about its fairness, as it seemed easier for those with who could get more help studying for it. I work hard to make sure that all students can get a good education and test prep help.
Pause in SAT Requirements During the Pandemic
When COVID-19 started, it was hard for many students to take the SAT safely. So, some colleges stopped requiring the SAT for a while. They wanted to make sure all students had a fair chance to get into college. This made colleges think about whether they really needed the SAT to find out if students could succeed at their schools.
Dartmouth's Surprising Findings About the SAT
During the pandemic, Dartmouth College studied the SAT closely. They found that the SAT, along with students’ grades and their schools' performance, was good at finding students who would do well at Dartmouth. But they found something more surprising, the SAT helped find smart students from all kinds of backgrounds, even those who don’t have a lot of money. This shows that the SAT can open doors to more students.
The SAT's Role in Earning Scholarships
The SAT is very important not just for getting into college, but also for getting scholarships. Students who score really high on the SAT might get scholarships that pay for a lot of their college costs. This means doing well on the SAT can help you get into college and also make it cheaper to go.
SAT Success with Our New Course
Getting a high score on the SAT takes a lot of practice and preparation. It can also be very stressful. That's why I'm excited to tell you about our new SAT prep course that's coming soon. This course will include simple mindfulness exercises, like guided meditations and deep breathing, to help you stay calm and focused. Being calm can help you do your best on the SAT and in other tough situations in school and life. Our course will help you understand the SAT better and improve your scores with proven techniques and lots of practice. Stay tuned for more details!