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ACT/SAT Superscoring: What It Is and How It Can Help You
Superscoring combines your highest section scores across multiple SAT or ACT test dates. Here’s how it works—and how it can shape your testing strategy.
PSAT Scores, Explained: What They Mean and Why They Matter
PSAT scores confuse a lot of families. Here’s how the test is actually scored, how it lines up with the SAT, and what kind of score improvement you can realistically expect.
SAT + ACT Self-Study Resources
Here are some of Franklin Yard’s favorite self-study resources for score improvement on the SAT or ACT…
How to Choose an SAT Tutor: A Parent's Guide (2026)
Not all SAT tutors are created equal. Here's what actually matters — from experience and program structure to the truth behind score guarantees — so you can make a confident call for your student.
More Applicants Are Choosing to Submit SAT and ACT Scores
Most high school juniors and seniors will be familiar with Common App, the organization that streamlines the college application process by providing a centralized platform which students can use to apply to multiple schools…
Malvern Prep and Franklin Yard: In Conversation
Malvern Prep’s 360 program has grown into a cornerstone of the school’s standardized testing support…
Why Your 4.0 GPA Student Might Have a Low SAT Score
We hear it all the time: “My kid has a 4.0 GPA. Why isn’t their test score higher?”
When Is the ACT? Key Dates, Deadlines, and Score Release Info for 2025
Trying to keep up with ACT test dates, registration deadlines, and score release timelines? Here’s a breakdown of what parents need to know…
When Is the SAT? Key Dates, Deadlines, and Score Release Info for 2025
Trying to keep track of SAT test dates, registration deadlines, and when scores come out? Here’s everything parents need to know…
What Your Student Needs to Bring on ACT Test Day
Make sure your child walks into the ACT fully prepared—with the right supplies and zero last-minute surprises…
Understanding Score Improvement on the SAT and ACT
If you’ve been looking for how to improve your SAT or ACT score, you’ve probably run into claims of massive score jumps—300, 400, 500 points. But how does score improvement actually work? What factors influence it?
What are the Best Types of Test Prep?
There are a variety of ways to prep, including one-on-one tutoring, instructor-led classes, self-guided courses, and self-study. Each has its advantages and disadvantages, but most important is whether the method of prep works for you…
You’re More Than A Score: How to Keep the SAT and ACT in Perspective
There are several strategies that you can use to stay focused, be prepared, and keep your mental health in check while taking the SAT or ACT…
When Should You Start Preparing for the SAT or ACT?
If you’re one of the many families that’s worried about falling behind, our first advice would be don’t stress...
What is a Good SAT Score?
As a high school student, you might be wondering what constitutes a "good" SAT score and how it can impact your college applications. In this blog post, we'll explore what makes a good SAT score…
Should My Sophomore Child Start Test Prep?
Tests are crucial for college admissions, and it can be tempting to want to get a head start on the process. But is it really necessary to start test prep so early?
Creating the Perfect Study Schedule for High School Students: A Step-by-Step Guide
As a high school student, you're probably used to feeling like you have a million things to do and not nearly enough time to do them. That's where a study schedule comes in…
Ultimate Guide to Understanding Your PSAT Scores: Part 1
Trying to make sense of your PSAT score and what it means for you? We’ve got you covered…
What is a Good ACT Score?
As you prepare for college admissions, understanding what constitutes a good ACT score can help you set realistic goals and maximize your chances of success…
“I'm Taking the SAT Tomorrow”: Last-Minute Preparation Tips
In this blog post, we'll offer some last-minute tips and advice to help you approach the SAT with confidence…