Navigating College Admission Tests
A WEBINAR FOR FAMILIES AT ST. FRANCIS
DATE & TIME
Monday, October 9th, 7 p.m. Pacific on Zoom
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
DESCRIPTION
This presentation is hosted by the college counseling office and attendance is highly recommended. The information that will be shared is educational and the event is not a solicitation for the presenter’s services. Please join other St. Francis families 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:
- How to respond to the flexibility afforded by test-optional policies
- Best way to approach the SAT vs ACT decision
- Understanding the new digital, adaptive PSAT and SAT
- Debunking the most pervasive myths about testing
- Finding the optimal timeline for your testing and test prep
- Scope of test prep and expectations for improvement
ABOUT THE SPEAKER
Adam Ingersoll is the co-founder of Compass Education Group, a provider of test prep and academic tutoring for thousands of students annually around the world. Adam has worked in college admission testing and educational services since 1994 and he is recognized as a leading voice on standardized testing. He is a frequently booked speaker at schools and conferences, and he has provided training on test use and interpretation for university admission offices, including Caltech, Rochester, TCU, and USC.
Proctored Practice Tests
We offer in-person and online live-proctored practice exams every weekend. We also offer computer-based (digital) practice ACT, PSAT, and SAT exams which can be scheduled on-demand. The scores will be available within two business days and are a valuable planning tool for families, counselors, and Compass directors. Please fill out the contact form below for more information about taking practice tests with Compass.
Consultation
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 new digital adaptive SAT?
