The Spinnaker (University of North Florida): “Graduate admission tests begin to move online”
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New York, NY (April 15, 2020) – The following statement comes from Dennis Yim, director of academics, regarding the cancellation of the June SAT administration announced Wednesday afternoon:
“We understand that uncertainty around test dates can heighten anxiety for students in what is already a college admissions cycle like no other, so we want to help ease their concerns with perspective. First, remember that almost every other high school junior is facing the same test-taking situation, and colleges are aware and adjusting, just as their applicants are. Second, it’s important to keep in mind that we are still in the relatively early stages of the admissions process for those applying for fall 2021. Third, the good news for students is that the test maker is motivated to administer the test, and has said that there will be weekend SAT administrations every month through the end of the calendar year, beginning in August. This will give applicants multiple opportunities to sit for the exam. Even if the August test dates don’t hold, the test maker has raised the possibility of administering an online, at-home version of the exam in the unlikely event that schools across the country do not reopen in the fall.
“We are currently living in a time when changes are happening quickly, and not having control over test dates can be stressful, but students should focus on what they can control—which is actually a lot. That includes focusing not only on their test prep, but on other factors in the college admissions process, including their GPA, letters of recommendation, and putting together a compelling application essay. The past month alone can provide source content for that essay! Students should try to view this test delay as an opportunity to hone their application.
“Most importantly, students should practice self-care, both emotional and physical, and stay healthy.”
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New York, NY (April 13, 2020) – The COVID-19 pandemic is having immediate effects on prospective graduate school, business school, law school, and medical school students, particularly when it comes to the admissions exams they need to take. Many testing sites have been closed and test administrations cancelled due to health and safety reasons, causing a high degree of uncertainty in the short-term. Among the most important changes to the tests that students need to be aware of are the following:
“These are unprecedented times for aspiring professionals looking to enter post-grad programs like graduate school, business school, law school and medical school,” said Jeff Thomas, executive director of admissions programs. “For students who are understandably anxious about life in general at the moment, we want to put things in perspective and offer some words of advice. First, your health is more important than any timeline you have constructed. Your professional career will span decades, while this crisis, as serious as it is, will likely last months. It’s also key to note that your preparation for these exams will not change significantly. We do encourage students to visit the test makers’ websites on a regular basis for updates, as some specifics, such as dates, may change as circumstances evolve. In the meantime, and most importantly, practice self-care, both emotional and physical, and stay healthy.”
For more information and advice for prospective test takers during the COVID-19 pandemic, contact Russell Schaffer at russell.schaffer@kaplan.com or 917.822.8190.
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About Kaplan Test Prep
Kaplan Test Prep (www.kaptest.com) is a premier provider of educational and career services for individuals, schools, and businesses. Established in 1938, Kaplan is the world leader in the test prep industry. With a comprehensive menu of online offerings as well as a complete array of print books and digital products, Kaplan offers preparation for more than 200 standardized tests, including entrance exams for secondary school, college and graduate school. Among those tests are the SAT®, PSAT®, ACT®, GRE®, GMAT®, LSAT®, and MCAT®. Kaplan also provides private tutoring and graduate admissions consulting services.
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