Category: ACT

9 Ways to Mentally Prepare Yourself for a Standardized Test

Standardized tests don’t measure only what you know. They measure how well you perform under pressure. While most students obsess over formulas, few spend time actually preparing their mindset. Your mental approach might be the single biggest variable you can control, so in this blog, we share “9 Ways to Mentally Prepare Yourself for a […]

How to Build Confidence Before the SAT, ACT, GRE, or GMAT

Confidence before the SAT, ACT, GRE, or GMAT is not a mindset. It is not a personality trait, and it certainly is not a prerequisite for high performance. In standardized testing, confidence is a result—produced by watching a clean, professional method dismantle question after question, across every section and format. In this article, we share […]

Online vs. In-Person Test Prep: Which Option Gets Better Results?

Most families ask the wrong question when deciding between test prep formats. They want to know which one is “better,” as if the delivery method—online or in-person—is the main determinant of performance. It isn’t. In this article, we explain Online vs. In-Person Test Prep: Which Option Gets Better Results? by focusing not on logistics, but […]

9 Testing Mistakes and How Pros Avoid Them

In this article, we share 9 Testing Mistakes and How Pros Avoid Them. Most test prep resources rely on vague encouragement, generic time-management tips, and empty platitudes about “staying positive.” None of these approaches, however, yield super-high scores. Professional preparation, discipline, and the avoidance of predictable errors do. Below are nine common mistakes that hurt […]

5 Signs You Need a Professional GRE Instructor (And What to Look for in One)

Needing a tutor isn’t a sign of failure—quite the opposite, it shows motivation. In this article, we share 5 Signs You Need a Professional GRE Instructor (And What to Look for in One) to help clarify when targeted support isn’t just helpful, but essential. The individuals who seek out elite test preparation are typically bright, […]

The Top 8 Mistakes Parents Make With ACT Prep

Most parents mean well, but unfortunately, meaning well doesn’t guarantee effective ACT preparation. In fact, good intentions often pave the way to inefficient study plans, wasted money, and underwhelming results. In this article, we share “The Top 8 Mistakes Parents Make with ACT Prep.”  Standardized test prep is not intuitive. The ACT is not school, […]

5 Reasons to Start SAT or ACT Prep During the Summer Before Junior Year

High school students hear a lot of advice. Some of it is helpful. Some of it is well-meaning but misinformed. One piece we hear far too often—from guidance counselors, no less—is this: “Start preparing for the SAT or ACT during the fall of junior year, and test in the spring.” To be blunt, this advice […]

5 Test Prep Strategies from Top SAT Instructors in New York City

Success on the SAT isn’t about “trying your best.” It’s about preparing professionally. At The Best Test Prep, we don’t rely on amateurish tips, tricks, or recycled test-taking clichés. We build professionals—students who walk into the testing center knowing exactly what to expect, exactly what to do, and exactly how to execute. In this guide […]

How Colleges View Multiple SAT/ACT Scores: Score Policy Guide

One of the most common questions we receive from families is: How do colleges view multiple SAT or ACT scores? It’s a valid concern, especially for students planning to retake the test in pursuit of a higher score. In this article, we’ll clarify exactly how colleges evaluate multiple SAT or ACT scores, what “superscoring” means, […]

5 Steps to Balance Standardized Test Prep with Schoolwork and Extracurricular Activities

Balancing standardized test prep with schoolwork and extracurricular activities is one of the most common—and solvable—challenges high-achieving students face. If your child is aiming for admission to an elite college, managing SAT or ACT prep on top of classes, clubs, and everything else isn’t optional. It’s essential. The key is knowing how to prioritize without […]