Tuesday, August 14, 2012

Homeschoolers and the SAT


This week my brother and I are beginning to study for the SAT and PSAT. We’ve got this awesome curriculum called College Prep Genius, but every time I read the part about studying all summer, I mentally freak out. We didn’t even know about this program until a few weeks ago, so I have about 150 hours worth of study to cram into 8 weeks.


What is the SAT?
Short and simple, it’s a Standardized Assessment Test. It can be taken by homeschoolers at any local high school, and is available seven times, October through June. There is a small fee. The test is comprised of three parts—critical reading, math, and writing. While it’s important to have a basic knowledge of math up through Algebra 2 and grammar, the SAT is mostly a logic test.

Why should I take the SAT?
Scoring high on the SAT and PSAT (Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test) can result in huge scholarships, all the way up to having your full way paid to college. Even if you don’t intend to go to college now, it’s still a good idea to take the SAT your junior and senior year. Plans can change, and your scores will be saved for up to two years. It’s also best to begin studying for the PSAT and SAT your freshman year. Looking back, I wish that’s what I’d done, but hey, live and learn, right?

Prayers would be hugely appreciated right now. Even though I took the PSAT last year, I still feel very unprepared.

Have you taken the PSAT and/or SAT? Will you be taking one or both this year? What are your thoughts? 

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