Cardinal Newman and Compass Education have partnered to offer an at-home, digital SAT practice test at no cost. This test mimics the College Board computer-based test — question type, content, timing, duration, and adaptive structure.
In addition, an at-home, digital ACT practice test is being offered at no cost. This test is the new, shorter format; the Science Test section is included.
For detailed information and answers to FAQs, please visit HERE.
The test results are invaluable in helping Cardinal Newman college counselors and Compass directors craft the ideal testing and tutoring plan for each student.
DATE & TIME
- The digital SAT is available anytime on Saturday, January 24th through Sunday, January 25th
- The digital ACT is available anytime on Saturday, January 31st through Sunday, February 1st
Please note that we are only able to offer ONE test of each type.
The registration deadline for the SAT is Friday, January 23rd at 12pm.
The registration deadline for the ACT is Friday, January 30th at 12pm.
Navigating College Admission Tests
A LIVE WEBINAR FOR CARDINAL NEWMAN FAMILIES
DATE & TIME
Wednesday, September 10th at 6:00 PM on Zoom
The webinar date has passed. Please see the recording below.
DESCRIPTION
This presentation is hosted by the college counseling office and attendance is highly recommended. Please join us for a thoughtful and pragmatic discussion of college admission testing that will be useful to students and parents alike.
Learn what you need to know about the following and more:
- College Admissions and the Modern Testing Dilemma
- Latest Developments in SAT/ACT Digital Transitions
- Choosing Wisely Between Tests and Formats
- Crafting A Personalized Testing and Prep Timeline
- When To Submit Scores in a Test-Optional Era
- Test Prep Strategies: Cost, Format, Schedule, and Realistic Goals
ABOUT THE SPEAKER
Chuti hails from the Midwest, growing up in Milwaukee and graduating from Northwestern University with a joint B.A. in Political Science and Economics. In 2006, while working as an actress and writer, she started with Compass in the Southern California office as an SAT/ACT Verbal and Math tutor. Her experience in the performing arts and entertainment industry has been in perfect alignment with helping students navigate the challenging waters of test prep. She utilizes her skills of communication, creativity, organization and motivation to help her students maximize their test scores and ultimately achieve their dreams.
Consultation
Email classes@compassprep.com for group instruction questions. If you are interested in 1-1 tutoring or would like to review the results from a school-partnership practice test, please book an appointment using the form below.
Schedule a consultation with a Compass Director
The members of our management team are leading experts in the field of admission testing. They personally lead every aspect of each student’s experience with Compass, including program recommendations, tutor selection, and ongoing guidance. We welcome you to schedule a call with us to review your student’s practice test results and collaborate on a strategy for how best to proceed.
The Compass Resource Center
Download the latest version of…
The Compass Guide to College Admission Testing
…in our comprehensive Resource Center. Get answers to the most important questions, including:
- How competitive are your test scores?
- What is the most effective calendar for testing?
- How do the SAT and ACT compare?
- What are the implications of ‘test optional’ policies?
- How do you interpret PSAT scores?
- What do I need to know about the digital SAT and the new ACT?