Wednesday, April 6, 2011

Register for those Subject Tests

You can never be reminded too much to register for subject tests, especially if you still haven't done so.

The registration deadline for the May 7 subject test exam is April 8. 

Why should you take this test? Hopefully by now you have cultivated a list of schools that you intend to apply to. In doing so, you should check to see if these schools require or "strongly recommend" subject tests. Many of the top-tier schools would like to see two of these subject tests. Some, such as Georgetown, want to see three. 

These tests, which are graded on an 800 scale, allow schools to see how students perform on a comprehensive test in a specific field. Most of the subject tests offered line up with an advanced placement curriculum. Ideally, students will score above the 700 range on these tests, which means preparing for them is essential. 

It's also important to note that you can take up to three of them in one day, but we suggest that you take only take two in one sitting. 

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