SOS! My SAT Reading Score Isn’t Improving! 6 Helpful Tips To Increase Your SAT Reading Score

The good thing about wanting a higher reading score on the SAT? You’re more than welcome to retake the test to raise your score. But then, the question arises: how, exactly, do I get my score to go up? If your reading score is plateauing or trending downward, read on for six relatively simple strategies you can try to boost your score.

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How to Visit Colleges During COVID-19

The summer before senior year is usually a chance for prospective applicants to learn more about colleges through campus visits. This year, things look different. Instead of flying cross country or heading out on a road trip, we’re sticking close to home. This doesn’t mean that we can’t glean valuable information to help us make our all-important college decision! Read on for five ways to learn more about a college when you can’t visit in person.

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When Should I Start Studying for the SAT?

Most students take the SAT for the first time during the fall of their junior year. Those that outperform their peers have one thing in common: smart test prep! Given the importance of a solid preparation strategy, you may be wondering, how early should I start?

The short answer: when you should start will depend on what you are looking to get out of your score.

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Is My Child Actually The Laziest Person On Earth?: How To Motivate Your Child To Kickstart Their College Search

You watched your child shine while juggling a challenging course load, grueling sports practices, piano recitals, community service, and more. They were excited to tackle a new summer job as a lifeguard or a fast-paced internship on a political campaign, and you were excited for them! But that was “BC”: Before Coronavirus.

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Meet the Tutor: Kim Hamadani

Kim’s favorite part about working at Revolution Tutors is the people! She says, “I love the students that work with us- they’re often enthusiastic and funny. They help keep me entertained while we’re working through tough material.” Her genuine love for her students and appreciation of humor means that her classes are usually a good mix of conversation and hard work.

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Social Media and College Admissions: How to Harness the Power of Instagram and Facebook

Almost everyone has some kind of internet presence in 2020. Between Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Youtube, LinkedIn, and more, your life is more public and accessible than ever before. So, if an admissions officer types your name into a search engine like Google, what will they find?

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