How many students take the SAT each year in New York?
Every year, around 120,000 students in New York take the SAT,…
What are the best SAT test centers in New York City?
There’s no official ranking of SAT test centers in NYC, but…
What’s the average SAT score in New York?
As of the latest College Board data, the average SAT score in…
How many times can I take the SAT?
You can take the SAT as many times as you like. Seriously, there’s…
Can a student reuse one essay for multiple private school applications?
Yes... But tread carefully. While some schools ask broad questions…
Are writing requirements different for middle school versus high school applicants?
Generally, yes. The older your child, the more writing they're…
What is the difference between student essays and on-demand writing samples?
Student essays are the polished, well-fed, beautifully dressed…
Do all New York private schools ask for a proctored writing sample?
Nope, not all of them. Some New York schools love the proctored…
Does a high HSPT score guarantee admission to top Catholic schools?
As much as we’d love to say yes, the truth is… not really.…
How long is the HSPT and what’s the testing schedule like?
The HSPT takes about two and a half hours from start to finish,…
Can my child take the HSPT more than once in New York?
Unfortunately, no. The HSPT is a one-and-done kind of test. Once…
Do all Catholic high schools in New York require the HSPT?
Not quite. While plenty of Catholic high schools in New York…