Kelcie McLain-Midkiff, Author at 91ÁÔÆæ /blog/author/kelciemclainmidkiff/ Prep for Success Mon, 01 Jun 2026 01:38:48 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://assets.testinnovators.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/cropped-TI-favicon_512x512-32x32.png Kelcie McLain-Midkiff, Author at 91ÁÔÆæ /blog/author/kelciemclainmidkiff/ 32 32 SAT Infographic /blog/digital-sat-infographic/ Thu, 21 May 2026 19:29:33 +0000 /?p=8410 The SAT hasn't just gone digital—the test has fundamentally changed. Our infographic provides a detailed overview of the structure and content of the new computer adaptive test.

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The SAT is now a computer adaptive test. The following infographic provides a visual overview of the structure and content of the digital SAT.

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The SAT hasn’t just gone digital—the test has fundamentally changed. Here are some additional resources to help you prepare for the digital SAT: 

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Originally published on February 7, 2022. Updated on May 21, 2026.

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]]> ACT and SAT Timeline /blog/sat-act-timeline/ Fri, 19 May 2023 16:01:10 +0000 /?p=9115 When should you start preparing for the ACT and SAT? In general, it’s best to start preparing for the ACT and SAT in the spring of your sophomore year or the summer after your sophomore year. Summer is an excellent time to prepare because you don’t have to worry about the competing demands of school […]

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When should you start preparing for the ACT and SAT?

In general, it’s best to start preparing for the ACT and SAT in the spring of your sophomore year or the summer after your sophomore year. Summer is an excellent time to prepare because you don’t have to worry about the competing demands of school work.

The first step is to take an SAT and an ACT diagnostic practice test, so that you can get to know each test and decide which one is a better fit for you.

With this approach, you’ll be ready to take your first ACT or SAT in the fall of your junior year. Because you can take the ACT and SAT multiple times, you’ll have the opportunity to take the test again in the spring of your junior year and the following summer, if necessary.

ACT and SAT timeline for students starting in their sophomore year.

When do most students start preparing for the  ACT and SAT?

While it is best to start prep early, students typically get started in the fall of their junior year, which means that they take their first ACT or SAT test in the spring of their junior year. This approach still gives students the opportunity to take the test multiple times before college applications are due.

ACT and SAT timeline for students starting in their junior year

Ideally, you should aim to complete your testing before the start of your senior year, so that you can devote your full attention to the college application process. However, taking the test in the fall of senior year is still a viable option.

There may be additional factors in your academic or personal life that may impact your preparation timeline. Remember that these timelines are general guidelines and that there is more than one path to success.

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]]> Should I Take the Paper or Digital SAT? /blog/paper-or-digital-sat/ Wed, 10 May 2023 21:59:13 +0000 /?p=9029 The SAT isn’t just going digital—the test is fundamentally changing. Our infographic provides a detailed overview of the structure and content of the new computer adaptive test.

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The SAT is changing, and you may be wondering which version of the test you will take. We’ve created a flowchart to help you decide if you should prepare for the paper SAT or the new digital SAT.

There are significant changes to the test’s structure and question format, so we recommend preparing with materials designed specifically for the version of the test that you plan on taking.

Check out our Digital vs Paper SAT Infographic to see a side-by-side comparison of the two tests.

A Flowchart that illustrates who should prepare for the paper SAT and who should prepare for the digital SAT

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]]> Timeline of the Independent School Admissions Process /blog/independent-school-admissions-timeline/ Wed, 03 May 2023 15:52:41 +0000 /?p=8805 The applying to independent and private schools can be a long process with a lot of steps to complete in the months leading up to the application deadlines. We’ve created a timeline to help families navigate the admissions process. Click here to download Admissions Assist Course Admissions Assist is an online, self-paced course that guides […]

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The applying to independent and private schools can be a long process with a lot of steps to complete in the months leading up to the application deadlines. We’ve created a timeline to help families navigate the admissions process.

A timeline a checklist of the independent and private school admissions process

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Admissions Assist is an online, self-paced course that guides you through each step of the admissions process, so that you can ensure every part of your application is as competitive as your test scores. Learn what to expect for each step of the admissions process, prepare for parent and student interviews, craft compelling application essays, and more. 

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