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College Admissions Playbook

Stressed about getting into college? College Admissions Playbook, authored by Varsity Tutors, offers prospective

Stressed about getting into college? College Admissions Playbook, authored by Varsity Tutors, offers prospective college students advice on Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate courses, SAT and ACT exams and the college application process. Varsity Tutors is a live learning platform that connects students with personalized instruction to accelerate academic achievement. The company's end-to-end offerings also include mobile learning apps, online learning environments and other tutoring and test prep-focused technologies. Got a question? Email admissionsplaybook@usnews.com.

College Admissions Playbook

Integrate Graphics, Text on SAT Reading

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Taking the SAT in August may make sense for high school students who have a challenging school year ahead.

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3 Tasks If Self-Studying for AP Exams

While AP exams take place in May, the summer is an ideal time to begin preparing if you're planning to self-study.

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What to Ask Before ACT, SAT Prep

Former test-takers can be a great source of information before you begin preparing for college admissions tests.

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3 Things to Know About AP Scores

Understand your options for AP exams, which include the ability to retake a test.

Tiffany Sorensen June 24, 2019

How to Prepare for College-Level Math

Two current college students share their best tips, including advising high school students to take challenging math classes.

Caroline Duda June 17, 2019

Prep for Modeling Questions on ACT Math

Modeling questions span a number of subject areas on the ACT math test.

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Prepare for College by Problem-Solving

To do well on the ACT or SAT, as well as in college, find fun ways to develop problem-solving skills.

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3 ACT, SAT Goals for Sophomores

Students should consider whether they will take the PreACT or PSAT during their second year of high school.

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