Testing Information

 Which College Admissions Test Should I Take?

 

A necessary component of an admission application is a college entrance examination score; most universities cannot process an application without one.  There are two exams - the ACT (American College Test) and the SAT (Scholastic Assessment Test) - and most U.S. Colleges accept both.  Many students may not, however, know a great deal about the two tests and how they differ and therefore, may be unsure about which test would be best for them to take, based upon their abilities, experiences, and needs. The option is yours, to take one or both, as colleges typically utilize the higher of the two scores for admission, talent identification, and academic advising.

 
SAT

 

 

 2008-2009 SAT Test Dates

October 4, November 1, December 6, January 24, March 14, May 2, June 6,

Test dates and registration deadlines for SAT

Information on the SAT REASONING TEST

CLICK HERE for SAT question of the day

 
ACT

 

 

 2008-2009 ACT Test Dates

September 13, October 25, December 13, February 7, April 4, June 13

Test dates and registration deadlines for ACT

Is the ACT also changing?  Here is what they have to say.

 
Test Help

 

 

 

 

 

 

If you are looking for help on the reading/writing portions of the SAT (and ACT) then the new SAT prep course  is for you. If you want to sign up, the course is every Tuesday and Thursday from 2:30 – 3:30, and runs for five weeks. Sign up with Mrs. Thomas in E293. Only fifteen spots available and first come, first serve.

Practice SAT test from the test makers!

Great practice test from your local library - free, timed, several types of tests offered.

Petersons - sample questions for all types of tests (ACT, SAT, SAT II, etc.)

The Princeton Review - click on "Raise Your Score" and select your test.

 
ASVAB

 

 

The ASVAB Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) test is a great way to find out if the career you're interested in matches your aptitude.  It is also required for those students interested in enlisting in the Armed Forces.  The test is FREE and will be offered sometime in December at Mariner.  Students need to sign up in the College & Career Center the week before and pick up a pass from Mrs. Young.