To Believe What We Say

To Believe What We Say

1^St : Our company's name is TestMentor’s SAT/ACT Test Preparation and we have a team of standardized test researchers who have worked on developing our study guide for the SAT/ACT test. The standards for who gets to work on the team are very strict- we demand the best for our customers, and only those who met our exacting standards made the cut. The dedicated research staff have years of combined experience in mastering the content and skills necessary to succeed on the toughest exams. You're going to save time, money, and aggravation. You'll learn to avoid the mistakes and the bad strategies that you've been vulnerable to. Just for starters, here are some ways our product can help your score on the SAT/ACT test.

2^nd  : A common approach is to TEACH the material, instead of TEACHING THE TEST. That's not necessarily good enough for the SAT/ACT test- you have to know how to apply the knowledge. Most test takers already have a general knowledge of the material that will be covered on the exam. Our guide addresses the difference between merely knowing the material and knowing how to use the material to perform on test day.

3rd : We believe we have succeeded in finding the secret keys of the exam. What we found was surprising, and in some cases ridiculously simple once explained to the average test taker. We put the findings together in a thorough, concise study guide that we believe allows any test taker, at any skill level, to improve his or her results dramatically with a minimum of effort.

3 Points Fresher’s Year Must Do’s

We all survived finals even though they seemed like they were going to kill us and with all the stress of finals also came the sadness that Fresher’s year was almost over. Seeing everyone move out of the dorms was such a sad thing to experience. I think we all enjoyed our first year so much and are all sad it’s over. The day before my roommate and I moved out, we were packing up and kept repeating how we couldn’t believe we weren’t going to live in the dorm anymore and how close this year was from ending. We decided to come up with a few things that we either did or wish we did this past Freshman year.. So here they are a few FRESHER'S YEAR MUST DO’s.

1.       Attend as many events as possible

2.       Get involved

3.    Take a Tour de  CAMPUS 

Applying for U.S. University /College/ Schools clear 5 points...

When applying to U.S. University /College/ Schools:

 

Asking the following set of questions can help you get a clear sense of a school's financial aid situation – and whether or not it is somewhere you should consider applying to or attending. 

1. Will you be able to meet my family's full financial need? 

Do not be hesitate to ask this question. You do not want to waste time applying to the schools that cannot meet your need. If your family can only pay $15,000 per year, for example, your admissions chances might be in jeopardy. 

You may get an answer that the school will not be able to bridge the payment gap. That is OK, as you at least will know that the school is off your list.​ Asking a counselor can save you a lot of time when choosing colleges that can meet your financial needs.

2. Can international students qualify for financial aid?

This information can usually be found in the school's website, yet it is subject to change. When I was applying, I knew a several students who were applying to a certain liberal arts college hoping that they would get financial aid, but there was no information on its website at the time. 

However, while that college offered scholarships and need-based financial aid for U.S. citizens, it only awarded merit scholarships to qualified international students. To avoid this type of misunderstanding, it is critical that you check with your counselor about whether international students are considered for financial aid.​

3. How much is tuition expected to increase each year?

Many colleges increase the amount of financial aid awarded every year to make sure that families pay the same amount as they did the first year. However, it is still crucial to know what increase in tuition to expect. If the change is considerably higher that what you and your family have expected, it will put a burden on your parents, who may be struggling to pay for your tuition.

 

4. Are international students charged the same tuition and fees as American students?

At private colleges, international students  generally pay the same fees as all other students. At public and state schools, international students generally pay what's known as out-of-state tuition, which can be a lot higher than the in-state tuition. But in a few cases, international students are given incentives and only pay the low in-state tuition.​ With that being said, paying tuition can become a bit complex, and it is necessary that you ask your counselors to find out the amount that you need to pay.

 

5. What factors most influence my chance of getting financial aid?

Some schools look for students with good performance on the SAT, a high GPA and participation in extracurricular. In this case, you should work on bringing your scores up and be as active in clubs and activities as possible. Other schools may be looking for someone with some unique artistic talents.

In that case, sending a footage of you mastering the piano could be just as valuable as a high SAT score – but be attentive to your academic performance as well, schools won't necessarily accept students who are failing courses, regardless of their musical talent.

 

These five questions will help you get a clear sense of how financial aid policies in U.S colleges could influence where you'll send your applications. However, they are not the only questions that you should ask. Be sure to bring up as many as you think of, because the more you understand how schools offer financial aid, the smoother your application process will be.

Moreover, before asking your counselors any questions, make sure that you have done careful research about each school's financial aid policies. Don't ask officials questions where the answers can be found online in seconds.

Evaluation of SAT Score....

Evaluation of SAT Score:

 

SAT scores are based on a student's percentile relative to other students taking the same test. Scoring of the SAT Test is done in two ways: raw and scaled. The raw score is a tabulation of questions answered correctly or incorrectly. Students are encouraged not to leave answers blank because they are not penalized for wrong or blank answers in a student-produced answer section. Students receive 1 point for a correct answer and have 1/4 point deducted for wrong answers to a multiple-choice question only. The amount of points deducted depends on how many options there are for that particular multiple-choice question. The more multiple-choice question options there are, the smaller the fraction of a point deducted. Students are not penalized for wrong answers on other types of questions. Questions left unanswered do not affect raw scores.

 

The scaled score normalizes for different forms of the test taken by different students at different times. Students receive test scores by mail within 3 to 6 weeks of taking the test. They are given their raw score as well as their percentile that ranks how many other test-takers got a lower score. For example, scoring in the 90th percentile means that student scored higher than 90 percent of everyone else.

What is SAT?

What is SAT?

SAT is Scholastic Assessment Test..The SAT is a standardized test for college admissions in the United States. The SAT is administered by the Educational Testing Service (ETS) in the United States    and College Board develops, publishes and gives score for SAT.

The SAT is a commonly used test by colleges to measure if a student will succeed at their school. The score of a student gets on the SAT is often used as a predictor of how a student is likely to perform in college-level studies. Also keep in mind that the SAT score is only one of many factors that colleges consider when making admissions decisions. Other factors, like your high school record, writing ability, extracurricular activities, recommendations, and interviews influence how you will be received by the school of your choice.

The SAT is a significant element for your college admission journey. The SAT gives colleges what they want: a showcase of your skills and potential.

The SAT is the most thoroughly researched and designed test in the world, which ensures that students from all backgrounds have an equal chance to succeed.

Each section of the SAT is scored on a 200-800 point system which makes the total score possible range from 600-2400. The average score per section is 500 making the average score 1500.

It measures the ability of candidates to solve problems and use reasoning skills at the level necessary for US universities.

It measures student’s level to think critically in the same manner that will be required of them in college. The SAT Reasoning Test is made of three sections: math, writing and critical reading

Examination Pattern – Paper Based Examination

SAT EXAMINATION CALENDAR

When	How	Months
During 11th &12th grade	SAT is held 7 times in USA, Puerto Rico, and US Territories	January, March, May, June, October, November, December
During 11th  &12th grade	6  times a year at over 650 overseas locations	January, May, June, October, November, December

Why SAT?

Why SAT?

The SAT provides a reliable system to determine the qualifications of a Student applying to go to a college. The SAT has been able to give colleges the opportunity to accept students based on their merit and not their Family background.

History of SAT....

History of SAT

When the SAT was first introduced it was an Achievement test to determine what a student had achieved in their high school career. It was to "measure the level achieved by students “who were applying to a college. Coaching schools suggested the name SAT Scholastic Aptitude Test.

 

Here are some reasons why to appear for SAT…

Here are some reasons why to appear for SAT…

1.       To Prove your talent, abilities: First ever Aptitude test which will decide future of the student, decide capabilities of the student It boosts the confidence within the student. Also if you want to stay firmly in this competitive world, you need to get high score in SAT.

 

2.       Self Evaluation: In theory, these tests evaluate the overall level of knowledge and learning aptitude of the students. These tests serve as critical criterion for those who want to find success and move on to post-secondary education of their choice.

 

3.       Speeding through College: Student’s with high scores in SAT are often able to skip basic math and writing skill level classes to get sorted for advanced-level classes. This boosts their progress further through college.

 

4.       An Application process to get the Best College: Most colleges that are significant attending have need of SAT scores as a part of their submission process. Even if the college you plan to attend also accepts other tests, such as the ACT, the SAT is more versatile because it is almost universally accepted as an entrance exam.

Overall Test Tactics for ACT/SAT College Board Exam.

Answer easy questions first. Mark skipped questions in your exam book so you can quickly return to them later. Guess...if you can eliminate at least one choice. You can write in the test book: cross out wrong answers; do scratch work. Avoid stray marks on the answer sheet. A machine scores your test and can't distinguish between a correct answer and a careless doodle. Easy questions usually precede hard ones. Mark only one answer per question. Skip any question if you haven't the faintest idea about the answer. You don't lose points. Right answer for correct section and number on your answer sheet. Don't spend too much time on any one question. You should spend only seconds on the easiest questions, and hesitate to spend more than 1-2 minutes on even the hardest ones. Remember that the SAT consists of a series of small, timed, mini-tests. Keep track of the time you're allotted for each one and how much time remains. Bring a watch to the test center. You can't be guaranteed that there'll be a working clock there. Don't change an answer unless you're sure you made an error. Read the words in the question carefully. Be sure to answer the question asked and not the question you recall from a practice test. Know the Question Types to Expect on the SAT I: * 19 sentence completion * 40 reading comprehension * 35 math multiple-choices * 10 student-produced responses

Timing is everything In SAT/ACT Exam...

Timing is everything

The actual time of the test is 3 hours and 45 minutes, plus 3 brakes of 5-minutes, which makes it total 4 hours to complete the entire test. Can’t spend too much time on any one question. Spend seconds on the easiest questions. Hesitate to spend more than 1-2 minutes even on the hardest questions. The SAT consists of a series of small, timed, mini-tests. Students must keep track of the time allotted for each one and how much time remains. Test takers should wear a watch to the testing center.   Points SAT ACT Top score 2400 is perfect but 1500 is the national average 36 is the perfect 21 is the National Average For wrong answers Lose 1/4th points for wrong answers No penalty for wrong answers What does it test Reasoning and Logic Curriculum in high school Topics Math, Critical Reading, Writing Math, Reading, Grammar, Science Registration www.collegeboard.com www.act.org How should I prepare Requires you to use your analytical skills Practice the questions , you will get the better score

Understanding SAT Exam scores Pattern

How is the SAT scored?

The exam consists of three parts: Critical Reading, Mathematics and Writing. The scores from each section can range from 200 to 800, so the best possible total score is 2400. The average score for each section is roughly 500, so the average total score is about 1500. Very few students get a perfect SAT score, even those at the country’s top colleges. Finally, you'll see that some of the school profiles include the critical reading and math scores, but not the writing scores. This is because the writing part of the exam is still new, and many schools do not yet use it in their admissions decisions. We're likely to see that change in the next couple years as colleges figure out the relationship between the writing score and academic success.

How are exam questions created?

Team of experts is that who create the questions. Each question gets reviewed by this team of expert in English and Math. There should be no confusion and unfair with students. Hence all questions are checked by experts.

When is the possible time I get my scores back?

The scores are usually mailed out 4 - 6 weeks after you take the test.

What if I want to cancel my SAT Score?

On the day of your test if you want to cancel your score during or after finishing your exam, you should ask the test supervisor for a "Request to Cancel Test Scores" form. You can submit the completed form immediately at the testing center.

What is Score Choice?

Score choice allows you to choose which SAT and SAT Subject Test scores you would like to send to colleges, at no additional cost. Different universities and colleges now have different score choice practices. Some schools require only the single highest test date score, some schools state that they combine the highest scores from different sections across test dates, and some schools require you to send all of your scores. View the score-choice practices of different schools. Always check with the schools you plan to apply to as well before sending your scores.

Am I allowed to use a calculator?

Yes, but it is not required.