
COVID’s Impact on the SAT
The pandemic has affected the role of standardized tests in college admissions, but don’t throw away your No. 2 pencils just yet.
Whether you’re looking to ace the verbal or math sections of the SAT or compose a compelling college application essay that will linger in the minds of admissions officers, we have the course to help you achieve your aspirations. All of our summer programs are live-online and led by our most gifted and accomplished instructors.
If you’re reading this sentence, there’s a good chance you or a teenager whose cell phone bill you pay will be taking the SAT or ACT fairly soon. You may be feeling a little bit stressed about the whole process—or, if you’re like most parents of juniors, you may be feeling very stressed about the whole process. After all, when did test prep and college admissions become so insane?
At THE PLAYBOOK, we can’t do anything about the tests themselves, but we can change the way that students approach testing and admissions.
Tests aren’t measures of intelligence or aptitude; they’re hurdles to be leapt over and put in the rearview mirror. We teach proven methods for tackling every question that students are guaranteed to face, and we do so with patience, empathy, and a much-needed sprinkling of humor.
Start by checking out our latest articles and advice, then review our prep options to see which plan is right for you.
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However, we can tell you all about college admissions and testing, so check out our latest articles for helpful information and advice, from COVID’s impact on the SAT and ACT to tips for getting into medical school while you’re still in high school.
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New York City
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