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The Role of Standardized Tests (SAT/ACT) in College Admissions: A Balanced Perspective

I want to talk to you about the role of the SAT/ACT in college admissions. Full Disclosure I run a test prep company and directly benefit from colleges requiring SAT and ACT tests as part of the application process. I began my tutoring career as an SAT skeptic. Although I did well on the SAT ... Read More

 

How to Get Started with College Essays: AJ Tutoring’s Program!

Are you not sure where or how to get started with college essays? Are you wondering what colleges are looking for? Our college essay coaches are here to help. While we're happy to make recommendations for students of all ages, rising seniors benefit the most from college essay work. Here are 5 ... Read More

 

Supreme Court and Private Tutoring Strategies

The Supreme Court’s recent ruling, banning affirmative action, is set to transform the landscape of college admissions dramatically. This watershed decision signals a substantial shift in how universities across the United States will navigate the intricacies of their admissions processes. ... Read More

 

Common vs. Coalition: Making Sense of College Applications

Two words that send numerous highschool seniors, and their parents, into a panicked frenzy: college applications. While the process of researching, touring, and narrowing down hundreds of schools into a prioritized list or “top 10” can seem daunting enough, stress tends to spike once more ... Read More

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