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AP Scholar Awards Explained
Earning a score of 3 or higher on an AP exam is definitely an achievement to be proud of. While doing so doesn't automatically secure you a scholarship, it can be a first step in securing funding for college.
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Should I Cancel My LSAT Score? What You Need To Know About LSAT Score Cancellations
The LSAT, also know is as the Law School Admissions Test, is standardized exam used to assess student's readiness and aptitude for law school. More than any other standardized test, the LSAT inspires a rash of cancellations every time it's given.
Standardized Tests & Test Prep
An Overview of the GRE and GRE Sections
What is the GRE used for? How is it structured? And how should I prepare for it? Of all the graduate-level exams, the GRE is the most widely used and therefore often the one about which students have the most questions. In this post, we'll provide a GRE overview of the most important information for prospective test-takers.
Standardized Tests & Test Prep
How Do I Determine If I Should Take the ACT or the SAT?
One of the first questions from frantic parents of rising high school juniors is, “should my child take the SAT or the ACT?” It’s a question that tends to cause both students AND parents lots of stress and worry. Standardized testing is a complicated part of the already-complicated college admissions process.
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How Business Majors Can Stay Sharp This Summer: 5 Suggestions From Moon Prep
One field that has become increasingly popular for both high school students and adults is entrepreneurship. Here is how business majors can stay sharp during the summer and practice their skills.
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LSAT Prep: Why Is It So Important and How Should You Proceed?
There are countless nuances to the LSAT itself, and studying for it is best undertaken as a months-long endeavor--but before you dive into it, there are a number of general points you should be aware of regarding the prep process.
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The GRE vs the GMAT: Which Test is Right for You?
If you are planning to apply to a graduate business program, which test is right for you? Learn what differentiates the GRE from the GMAT.
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How Much Do Extracurriculars Matter In College Admissions: A Word From Moon Prep
No matter what your future major is, there is a way to incorporate it into your activities. Figure out which extracurriculars will make your collegapplication standout.
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What to Know: A Look into the Hunter College High School Entrance Exam with Jonathan Arak
Learn more about the Hunter College High School Entrance Exam and how students can benefit from attending the top-ranking public high school.
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How to Discuss Your Mental Health on College Applications
Should you write about depression in your personal statement? Should you disclose mental health challenges elsewhere on your college application? Here's what experts say.
GRE
GRE Sentence Equivalence: Tips and Strategies
The GRE Verbal section is obsessed with having you fill in blanks. Overall, the Text Completion and the Sentence Equivalence questions, each heavily based in vocabulary, comprise a full 50% of your Verbal score.
GMAT
GMAT Online Exam: Changes For 2021 And Onward
As of early 2021, the Graduate Management Admissions Council (GMAC), the makers of the GMAT exam, has introduced bold new changes to the GMAT Online exam, that version of the GMAT designed for students to take at home rather than at a designated test center.