Comparing the SAT and ACT Math Sections
One of the potentially most stressful decisions parents and students have to make during the college counseling process is the choice between the SAT and the ACT. While students can begin their junior year by taking the PSAT and possibly the preACT, many schools only offer one of the official practice tests. Students can take […]
5 Strategies for ACT Science to Improve Your Score
Your ACT test is approaching soon… …and you’re particularly worried about the science questions. Perhaps science isn’t your strongest subject in school, and you’re in need of strategies for the ACT science section? Don’t fear, we’re here to help. Almost two million students take the ACT each year as part of their journey towards […]
6 Strategies to Master the ACT English Section
ACT English is definitely a TOUGH section to master. Don’t fear, however! In this article, we’ll review 7 unique strategies to tackle both the grammar and critical reading components during your ACT English practice. Let’s get started. Strategy 1: Know the Difference Between SAT & ACT Reading Before you can confidently tackle ACT English […]
The Standardized Testing Holding Pattern
Ongoing Uncertainty with Standardized Testing The calendar page has turned on a new year bringing new hope and new resolve, but also an acknowledgment that we are still dealing with problems both introduced and exposed in the last calendar year. COVID-19 is still raging across the United States and a combination of colder weather, quarantine […]
Combating COVID Learning Loss
Everyone is aware of the health crisis facing the United States in 2020. As of this article, almost 250,000 Americans have died of COVID while over ten million have fallen ill this year. Thousands of businesses have been shuttered and millions of Americans have lost their jobs. There is another […]
Livius Centers Reopening: Keeping you Safe and Prepped
As of Monday, September 14 our Livius centers in Wellesley, Newton, and Lexington have reopened! We approach our Livius centers reopening with the safety and care of our families at heart. (We’re still working on our reopening plan for our Plymouth, MN center. We will update about this location when more information is available.) Our […]
New Partnership for HBCU Test Prep with Livius
Livius will provide college application and test prep services to college-bound member students and visitors of HBCU Connect. HBCU Connect is a network and platform serving recruits, students, and alumni of historically Black colleges and universities. The new HBCU test prep partnership between the two organizations was announced this week by Neil Khaund, CEO of […]
Livius Partners with Athletic Associations for Free College Prep
Neil Khaund, CEO of Livius, this week announced partnerships between Livius and three separate athletic associations serving high school students. Livius will work with the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA), the Virginia Independent Schools Athletic Association (VISAA), and the District of Columbia State Athletic Association (DCSAA). These partnerships will bring Livius-backed free college prep services […]
ACT Fall 2020 Test Dates: Mark Your Calendars
Earlier this week ACT, Inc. announced that they were adding three new ACT fall 2020 test dates. You can find more info about this announcement in our FAQ below. When Are the New ACT Fall 2020 Test Dates? Normally, the ACT holds three autumn test dates, which are on the following Saturdays in 2020: September 12th, […]
ACT Update: Online Testing Plan
We’ve been carefully monitoring ACT, Inc. for updates to the exam in light of ongoing changes from COVID-19. After this week’s latest announcement, here’s a summary of what’s going on regarding ACT online testing. What Did ACT Announce? On Thursday, June 18th, 2020, ACT, Inc. announced that they were postponing the September roll out of […]
What GPA Do I Need?
“What GPA do I need?” This, in addition to “What SAT score do I need?” is perhaps the question I am asked most. In May, as another school year ends, many families will sit down to review the year’s academic performance. They will also compile a list of colleges and universities that best align with […]
Post-Coronavirus Testing Timeline for Juniors
In April, the College Board cancelled the March, May, and June SAT dates. Immediately, millions of high school juniors saw their college application and testing timeline crumble before their eyes. Each year, approximately half of high school juniors take the SAT for the first time on the March test date. Of the remaining half, some […]