College

This page contains information about college including getting in, test taking, choosing, applying.

GETTING IN

Registration for the SAT and ACT:  Registration for the SAT or the ACT can be done online at the following addresses:

• www.act.org/; registration, information, test dates and other helpful info on the ACT.
• www.collegeboard.org/; registration, information, test dates and other helpful info on the SAT.

Taking the SAT or ACT soon?  Don't get nervous. Get prepared.  Taking the time now to prepare could get you better results.  And don't forget practice makes perfect.  Visit some of these sites for practice and helpful tips.  Most of these sites are free, although registration may be required to download free software; and some charge for services.  

• www.powerprep.com;  offers free software, such as one for "diagnosing" SAT performance and potential areas for improvement, as well as helpful test-taking strategies.  Although access to this software requires registration, it is free.  More comprehensive preparatory and/or digital trainer software for SAT/ACT are available for a price.  Includes free daily tips for taking the SAT or ACT.
• www.act.org/;  contains information about the ACT.
• www.test.com; contains sample tests (generally you can preview practice tests for free, but must pay to actually take tests although it depends on the test.) (Test.com, Inc.) 
• www.collegeboard.org/; offers information about tests offered by the College Board, including the SAT.
• www.kaplan.com; offers free diagnostic software for SAT by Kaplan.  Registration is required to obtain a copy of this software.  
• www.review.com; provides a very brief overview of SAT and ACT and a few tips for taking the tests.  Free diagnostic software is offered, but requires registration.  Also provided information on books and other test preparation materials produced by Princeton Review.