Report Rips SAT Prep Courses

Tiger09
Thu, 28 May 2009 13:02:26 +0000

I agree with those who questioned the merit of test prep courses. My D took the SAT tests twice and showed significant improvement on the second test, +100 points. She managed this on her own through use of study manuals, vocab flash cards, and a lot of practice tests. In watching my D study, I think the key to success on test prep is to have a strong motivation to improve, consistent studying, and getting use to writing practice exams under pressure. We probably spent ~$100 on study material.

If students needed to be prodded to do studying through expensive test prep courses, one has to question whether they’ve got what it takes to succeed in a top college.