Do SAT scores improve over time?
Yes, and that’s not wishful thinking—it’s data. Students…
Do I need to submit both the SAT and ACT to colleges?
No, absolutely not. U.S. colleges only require one standardized…
Is the SAT harder than the ACT?
That depends on how your brain works and which parts of your…
What does it mean to be test-optional?
A test-optional policy means U.S. colleges don’t require you…
When should we start preparing for the STAR Assessment—and how much prep is needed?
We recommend starting STAR prep about 2 to 4 months before your…
Can my child take the STAR Assessment in Switzerland?
The STAR Assessment is not administered through public test centers…
How is the STAR Assessment different from other standardized tests like the ISEE or SSAT?
While the ISEE and SSAT are entrance exams used during the application…
What is the STAR Assessment, and why might my child need to take it for U.S. school admissions?
The STAR Assessment is a computer-adaptive test created by Renaissance…
How does Cardinal Education support Swiss families with U.S. Catholic high school admissions?
We go far beyond test prep. For Swiss families applying to U.S.…
When should we begin HSPT prep if we live in Switzerland?
Timing is everything—especially with a one-shot test like the…
How is the HSPT different from other standardized tests like the SSAT or ISEE?
The HSPT is a unique beast. Unlike the SSAT or ISEE, which are…
Can my child take the HSPT in Switzerland, or do we have to fly to the U.S.?
At the moment, the HSPT is not widely offered in Switzerland…
