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If You Submit SAT or ACT Scores, Can They Hurt Your College Application?

What test-optional policies really mean — and how to decide whether to submit scores. The Short Answer Yes — submitting SAT or ACT scores can influence how your college application is evaluated under test-optional policies. That does not mean students should avoid testing altogether. And ...

 

How to Study with AI

ChatGPT and other Large Language Models (LLM’s) are popping up everywhere. With their widespread availability, they have quickly been integrated into the study habits of students across the country. But how useful is ChatGPT for studying? Does it even help students develop an understanding of ...

 

What is the Difference Between AP & Honors Precalculus?

If your student is planning their math path for the year and AP Precalculus shows up on the course list, you might be wondering: What exactly is this course, and how does it compare to regular or honors Precalculus? It’s a good question and one that’s coming up more often now that AP ...

 

New Report from UC San Diego Shows California Students Are Entering College Less Prepared. Here’s What Parents Should Know

Summary: At AJ tutoring we are consistently monitoring trends in education and educational rews. Recently we came across a new UC San Diego admissions report that reveals a sharp drop in students’ math and writing readiness. Read more to learn what this means for California families applying ...

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