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Waitlisted? Here’s How to Stay in the Game and Improve Your Chances

Getting waitlisted can feel discouraging, but it’s not the end of the road. Many students who are waitlisted still gain acceptance by staying proactive. Here’s what you should do if you’re waitlisted or haven’t heard back from a college yet. Follow Up with Key Contacts at the College Expressing your continued interest is crucial. Send […]

Ace Your College Interview – Stand Out and Impress

Be ready to stand out and impress with your upcoming college interview with our top tips from our experienced staff. • Knowing Yourself Is Key Your interview is an important piece of your application package, since it provides helpful context to everything else and transforms you from someone on paper to a person in living […]

Why Test Prep is an Investment in Your Future

When it comes to college or graduate school admissions, there’s no shortcut to success. But one thing is certain: investing in professional test prep is one of the smartest moves you can make for your future. It’s not just about getting a good score—it’s about opening doors, securing lucrative scholarships or fellowships, and setting yourself […]

Taking the Pressure Off: How We Handle Test Prep So You Don’t Have To

As a parent, ensuring your child’s academic success is a top priority. Test prep can bring significant stress to both parents and students, but The Best Test Prep alleviates this burden by managing the process entirely. Here’s how we make it stress-free for you and your child: Why Early Test Prep Matters: More Time for […]

Maximizing Your Test Prep During Summer Break: Balance Fun and Study

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Summer break is the perfect time to prepare for standardized tests without the added stress of school assignments or extracurriculars. At The Best Test Prep, we balance effective study strategies with plenty of time for fun, ensuring students stay motivated and avoid burnout. (Discover our coaching programs to see how we can help.) Creating a […]

SHSAT Test Section # of Questions Timing
English Language Arts (ELA)
67
180 minutes
Math
67

Total Exam Time

3 hours not counting breaks between sections

SSAT Test Section # of Questions Timing
Writing Sample
1
25 minutes
Quantitative 1
25
30 minutes
Reading
40
40 minutes
Verbal
60
30 minutes
Quantitative 2
25
30 minutes
Experimental
16
150 minutes

Total Exam Time

2 hours, 50 minutes not counting breaks between sections

ISEE Test Section # of Questions Timing
Verbal Reasoning
40 questions
20 minutes
Quantitative Reasoning
37 questions
35 minutes
Reading Comprehension
36 questions
35 minutes
Mathematics Achievement
47 questions
40 minutes

Total Exam Time

2 hours, 10 minutes not counting breaks between sections

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GMAT Test Section # of Questions Timing
Quantitative Reasoning
21 questions
45 minutes
Verbal Reasoning
23 questions
45 minutes
Data Insights
20 questions
45 minutes

Total Exam Time

2 hours, 15 minutes not counting breaks between sections

GRE Test Section # of Questions Timing
Analytical Writing
1 essay prompt
30 minutes
Verbal Reasoning
Section 1: 12 questions

Section 2: 15 questions
Section 1: 18 minutes

Section 2: 23 minutes
Quantitative Reasoning
Section 1: 12 questions

Section 2: 15 questions
Section 1: 21 minutes

Section 2: 26 minutes

Total Exam Time

1 hour, 58 minutes not counting breaks between sections

SAT Test Section # of Questions Timing
Reading and Writing
1st module: 27 questions

2nd module: 27 questions
1st module: 32 minutes

2nd module: 32 mintues
Math
1st module: 22 questions

2nd module: 22 questions
1st module: 35 minutes

2nd module: 35 mintues

Total Exam Time

2 hours, 14 minutes not counting breaks between sections

ACT Test Section # of Questions Timing
English
75 questions
45 minutes
Math
60 questions
60 minutes
Reading
40 questions
35 minutes
Science
40 questions
35 minutes
Writing (Optional)
1 prompt
40 minutes

Total Exam Time

3 hours, 35 minutes not counting breaks between sections

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