Choosing a tutor can feel like a high-stakes decision for families, and with so many options it’s not always clear what truly makes the difference. In this Tutor Talk post, Director of Tutoring Dickson Benesh explains why classroom teachers bring unmatched insight, structure, and long-term impact to tutoring, and how their experience translates into deeper understanding and lasting student confidence.
Read MoreDeciding between the SAT and ACT is a key step in college planning for the 2026 admissions cycle, and understanding how the tests differ can help students maximize their scores. This guide breaks down SAT vs. ACT structure, pacing, content focus, and student fit, with expert advice on how to choose the right test using diagnostics and strategic test prep.
Read MoreDrawing on decades of experience as an educator and tutor, John Piersol brings his signature blend of insight and clarity to one of the SAT’s most misunderstood challenges: the Reading and Writing section. Building on our earlier exploration of SAT Math difficulty, John explains why this part of the test feels so slippery and reveals the patterns that can help students turn frustration into mastery.
Read MoreCollege Solutions Director of Tutoring Dickson Benesh breaks down why the SAT Math section feels so difficult for students, explaining challenges like complex problem phrasing, conceptual depth beyond plug-and-chug formulas, mixed skill requirements across algebra, geometry, and data analysis, and intense time pressure on the adaptive Module 2. Learn proven test-taking strategies, problem-solving techniques, and targeted SAT Math prep approaches that help students recognize common question types, work efficiently under pressure, and boost confidence to achieve their target scores.
Read MoreDirector of Tutoring Dickson Benesh explains how personalized one-on-one math tutoring builds essential skills, boosts student confidence, fills learning gaps, and provides targeted SAT and ACT test preparation beyond just improving grades. Discover how individualized math instruction creates a supportive learning environment that develops critical thinking, problem-solving abilities, growth mindset, and lifelong skills that help students thrive academically and professionally.
Read MoreWe’re kicking off our new Tutor Talk series with a post from our Director of Tutoring, Dickson Benesh, a veteran math teacher with nearly three decades of classroom experience. In this feature, Dickson shares his student-centered approach to tutoring and how he helps students build confidence, master challenging material, and achieve their best on the SAT and ACT.
Read MoreAs the global COVID-19 pandemic unfolded, the college admissions landscape underwent significant transformations, especially regarding SAT and ACT testing requirements. With many students unable to sit for standardized tests in 2020, many U.S. colleges and universities pivoted from their traditional SAT or ACT requirements to adopt test-optional policies. Here’s what you need to know in 2024.
Read MoreBookmark this page for all your 2024 ACT and SAT dates and registration deadlines.
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