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Navigating College Admission Tests

A LIVE WEBINAR FOR DALTON SCHOOL STUDENTS

DATE & TIME

Tuesday, April 1st at 7:00 PM Eastern

Date has passed. Please view recording and slide deck posted 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 for students.

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

Dulcie graduated with BAs in Physics and Geology from Pomona College and her PhD in Geophysics from Stanford. Dulcie started at Compass as a tutor and now uses her experience to help students and families navigate the admissions testing landscape in her role as senior director. In her spare time, Dulcie likes to read all sorts of fantasy and play with her two badly behaved cats.
Each year, Dulcie and her colleagues speak at over 300 high schools and professional organizations, where they demystify the SAT and ACT and dispel anxiety about the testing process.
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Sign up for an at-home practice test!

Dalton School and Compass Education Group have partnered to offer an at-home, computer-proctored ACT practice test at no cost. This test matches the current paper/pencil, linear version of the test. It is also the classic ACT format: the science test is required and included in the Composite score.

In addition, a Digital Adaptive SAT practice test is being offered. This test (learn all about it here) mimics the computer-based test — question type, content, timing, duration, and adaptive structure.

The test results are invaluable in helping Dalton School College Counselors and Compass directors craft the ideal testing and tutoring plan for each student.

TIMING GUIDELINES

DATE & TIME

  • At-home, computer-proctored ACT practice test (classic format: the science test is required and included in the Composite score) – available anytime April 19-20
  • At-Home Digital SAT Practice Test – available anytime April 26-27
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

The registration deadline each week is Thursday. By Friday, we will send you a detailed confirmation email; the link to take the test will be included; you can take the test anytime during the open testing window.

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?