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The Compass Guide to College Admission Testing is now available as a free download.

An essential resource for students, parents, and counselors. More than 80 pages of unbiased information on the SAT, PSAT, ACT, and Aspire. The print edition has reached over 100,000 families and is used by counseling departments at many of the top schools in the U.S.

“I want every family to receive this terrific resource.”

Sharon Cuseo
Harvard-Westlake School, Los Angeles

“The smartest and healthiest perspective on testing.”

Jon Reider
University High School, San Francisco
Former Senior Admission Director at Stanford University

“In a class of their own. The foremost testing experts.”

Canh Oxelson
Horace Mann School, New York City

“Compass excels at explaining the complex nuances of testing.”

David Rion
Director of College Counseling, Sonoma Academy, Sonoma
 
 
 
 
 
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The Guide Answers Essential Questions

  • How important are my test scores? How do I measure up?
  • What is the most effective calendar for testing and test preparation?
  • What does ‘test optional’ really mean? Should I skip taking tests?
  • How do the Old SAT, the New SAT, and the ACT compare?
  • How can I get ready for the new SAT and ACT essays?
  • How do effective timing strategies vary by test and subject?
  • How strong are my PSAT scores? Will I make National Merit?
  • Am I eligible for an extended-time accommodation?
  • What are colleges’ policies on SAT Subject Tests?
  • Is the SAT or ACT better for me?

Get Instant Access to The Compass Guide to College Admission Testing!

Note: Students and educators are free to distribute the downloadable Compass Guide to Admission Testing.*  We recommend linking to this page to ensure that your community has the most recent information. We regularly update the Compass Guide to account for the latest news on the SAT, PSAT, and ACT.

*For non-profits only. Compass reserves all copyrights and prohibits changes to the Compass Guide that in any way claim authorship or eliminate a page’s reference to Compass or compassprep.com. For-profit organizations should contact Compass Education Group for licensing options.
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