SAT Hacks by Millennial Prep LLC

The Digital SAT will be rolled out in Spring of 2024 for U.S. test takers, and the PSAT this year will utilize the new format. In this episode, I walk you through some quick facts about the Digital SAT and some of my observations about the new exam.    My Interview with U.S. News and World Report on the SAT and ACT    You can also find insights and writing strategies in our 130 page guide Cracking the College Essay: How To Write Winning College Admission Essays on Amazon.com Millennial Prep College Counseling  www.mymprep.com

As you begin drafting your college admission essays, the editing process is crucial to reworking phrases and catching those overlooked grammar mistakes. In this episode, I walk through the top grammar mistakes students make on their college admission personal statements.    You can also find more insights and writing strategies in our 130 page guide "Cracking the College Essay: How To Write Winning College Admission Essays" on Amazon.com. Millennial Prep College Counselors - www.mymprep.com    Facebook: SAT Hacks and College Admissions

If you are unsure what you may want to major in and where to begin, this episode will share a few great starting points. I will share a helpful resource as well as a method to pinpoint and connect student's varied interests.    You can also find insights and writing strategies in our 130 page guide Cracking the College Essay: How To Write Winning College Admission Essays on Amazon.com Millennial Prep College Counseling  www.mymprep.com

What should I major in? How do I begin exploring my interests?  In this episode, I'll talk about one approach to begin answering these questions. I share with you a resource I personally find helpful and has a treasure trove of information.  If you want more information, feel free to visit Millennial Prep's website www.mymprep.com.

You have a great idea for a college essay. But how do you effectively structure it in a way that resonates with readers? This episode will walk you through one framework you can use to do just that.    You can also find more insights and writing strategies in our 130 page guide "Cracking the College Essay: How To Write Winning College Admission Essays" on Amazon.com  

Writing responses to "Why Our College" can be confusing and daunting. In this episode, I offer strategies and insights on how to approach these questions and walk you through common mistakes students make as well as how to avoid them.    Visit Millennial Prep for free college admission articles & information on SAT / ACT classes: www.mymprep.com              

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In this episode, I will talk about a common issue that students face: how to tackle double passages involving history. Many students find them hard to comprehend, and the dual questions are considered one of the hardest for students. I will share tips on how to overcome these hurdles.    Have SAT OR ACT Questions? E-mail me at diana@mymprep.com, and I will answer your question on the podcast.     

At first glance, the ACT Science looks intimidating. But it is? I also share my observations on trends I am seeing with the SAT curves, which could impact whether you decide to take the SAT or ACT.    Have SAT OR ACT Questions? E-mail me at diana@mymprep.com, and I will answer your question on the podcast. 

The most difficult part about the ACT Reading section is the time, but the clock can be beat. In this episode, I walk you through what I did to help this student reach a 36 in just 6 sessions.    Have SAT OR ACT Questions? E-mail me at diana@mymprep.com, and I will answer your question on the podcast. 

The SAT doesn't have to be an intensive process. Students just need the right strategy and approach. In this episode I will walk you through what I did with a student who earned a 8-7-8 in just three short sessions. Each session was 1 hour long. She was able to take the test in just one try.    Have SAT OR ACT Questions? E-mail me at diana@mymprep.com, and I will answer your question on the podcast. 

The August SAT was administered on August 25, 2018. How did students generally feel about the SAT? In hindsight, what is one thing that students wished they did differently?    Have SAT OR ACT Questions? E-mail me at diana@mymprep.com, and I will answer your question on the podcast. 

In this episode, I talk about the common pitfalls students face in the SAT grammar section. I also offer solutions to those problems.    COLLEGE ADMISSION VIDEO SERIES: This is my new project, which involves real case studies of students I've helped and how-to videos on each step of the college admissions process. Sign up to get notified and obtain access to my video series about the college admissions process.  https://qkpage.co/p/collegehacks   Have SAT OR ACT Questions? E-mail me at diana@mymprep.com, and I will answer your question on the podcast. 

The SAT Essay is unfamiliar territory for some students. Many students resort to Ethos, Logos, and Pathos as their default plan. But is it wise to simply use these 3 strategies? In this episode, I share some hacks that students can use, and discuss the main problem areas I see as students undertake the SAT essay.    Have SAT OR ACT Questions? E-mail me at diana@mymprep.com, and I will answer your question on the podcast. 

An emerging issue that I have been noticing among SAT test takers is finishing the exam, specifically the Reading section. Why is this case? More importantly, what can students do about it?    Have SAT OR ACT Questions? E-mail me at diana@mymprep.com, and I will answer your question on the podcast. 

To what degree can you improve if you score in the 500 - 650 range? What about if you're in the 660 - 700 range? Can you improve? In this episode, I talk about the common pitfalls that I see students making, which are leading to incorrect answer choices. I also discuss some effective study habits as you study for the SAT.    Have SAT OR ACT Questions? E-mail me at diana@mymprep.com, and I will answer your question on the podcast. 

Sometimes your diagnostic SAT and ACT scores might be about the same. So how can you decide? In this podcast, I break down 3 of the key factors you want to consider. Figuring out from the beginning whether you are a better for the SAT and ACT is crucial in saving you valuable time.    Have SAT OR ACT Questions? E-mail me at diana@mymprep.com, and I will answer your question on the podcast.