The next most important criteria is the SAT or ACT exam. Colleges usually accept either exam. The kid can take the SAT or ACT depending on their aptitude. Some kids try to take both exams as well.
- Have your child take both the SAT and ACT practice exam during their freshman or sophomore year to to determine which one is more suited to their testing style. Once you identify SAT or ACT, then have them focus their preparation towards it.
- It is advisable to take the SAT or ACT exam at the most 2 times. Depending on the college both scores are taken into account or the best score.
- Take these exams by your junior year. Do not push this exam to the senior year as they will be very busy with the applications and essays.
Useful Links
- College board administers the SAT exam and this site has some useful information.
- ACT site has useful information about the ACT exam.
- TBD: I will provide a link to an additional post about SAT and ACT preparation resources.
The image below shows a good comparison between the SAT and ACT at a high level.
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