SAT versus ACT: What gives?

The SAT and ACT are college entrance exams. A lot of the students ask, "What's the difference? Which one should I take?" 

The answer we usually give them is they are basically Coke versus Pepsi. Both one in the same, but different for the tastes. This document from Pathway To Your Future gives a good overview of those inquiries. 

Which Post-Secondary School Should I Attend?

Having a hard time deciding which post-secondary school is for you? This article from the National Association for College Admission Counseling can help answer some questions. As for right now, decisions on where you will finally attend can be put aside. The application process should be in full swing at this time. 

Things to remember:

1. Your counselor must send your transcripts for you application to be complete. 

          ***YOU must notify us when you apply. Colleges do not contact us to send your information. Email, stop in or make an appointment with us. 

2. We will send anything that you cannot submit online. Colleges prefer online applications to paper applications unless the admissions staff has given you a paper application with a fee waiver.

3. You may need to send your SAT scores directly from the College Board. Most schools will take the copy we have in our office, but some require you send them electronically online. Review each school's application process as they can differ from each other.

4. This is YOUR process....not your counselor's, not your teachers', not your parents'. Take ownership! If you need help, we are all available, but this is YOUR future. YOU should be the one applying and asking the questions.

5. All applications should be complete prior to Thanksgiving break (or before.)

6. If you have questions, ASK! We are here for you.