<p>Hi, I’m a junior and I just signed up to retake the SAT in June.</p>
<p>On my previous one I did not study at all, and I got a 1840… Now I have the big blue book, so I will try to study. I’m looking for a 2000 at least.</p>
<li>What is the best way to study - timed practice tests, and how many?</li>
<li>I got a 26 on my ACT - is it really necesary to retake the ACT? I look to go into UCs or Caltech…</li>
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<p>Thanks!</p>
<p>take all the practice tests in the Blue Book, and really take advantage of the blue book, it’s got A LOT of information.</p>
<p>Hm…Caltech is kind of really difficult to get in…and I don’t think a 26 is enough, no offense!! but if you do well on your SATs then don’t worry about it.</p>
<p>Good luck!! =D</p>
<p>Definitely take all 8 BB tests if you can, but make sure you don’t make the mistake of rushing through them without learning anything from them. After each test, thoroughly review it and make sure you understand why you got each question wrong. Per the Xiggi Method, you may even want to do the first couple untimed so you can figure out the best way to answer each question.</p>
<p>I would also recommend the two free online tests. Unlike the BB tests, they were actually administered and I think they reflect the real test a little bit better than the BB tests.</p>