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The ACT Science Section: Busting 3 Big Myths

Myth 1: The ACT Science Section is a Test of Content Knowledge The name of the section is a bit of a misnomer: The ACT Science section does not test a student’s science knowledge. So what is it, then? The Science section is really a reading comprehension test with lots of charts,, ... Read More

 

Test Prep Tutoring During Summer

Whether you are a rising 8th grader gearing up for a fall or winter ISEE, SSAT, or HSPT; or you are a rising junior looking ahead to a first shot at the PSAT, SAT, and ACT, the summer is an excellent time to get a head start on test prep. At AJ Tutoring, we’ve worked with thousands and ... Read More

 

Why we recommend the Math 2 and Literature SAT Subject Tests

Unlike the broad SAT, the SAT Subject tests focus on specific subjects taught in school. Because students are already preparing for finals at the end of the junior year, May or June is a good time to take the SAT Subject tests. Acing the SAT Subject tests is a great way to show what you’ve ... Read More

 

COVID-19 Update: Graduate School Admissions Exams

In light of the COVID-19 public health crisis, all major graduate school admissions tests (GRE, GMAT, LSAT, MCAT) have now updated their policies and procedures to ensure that students are still able to sit for those exams and apply to grad school programs. Here’s what you need to know about ... Read More

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