If you’re aiming for a seat at any of NYC’s elite specialized high schools, the Math section of the SHSAT is where you can truly set yourself apart. While the ELA section tests your nuance, the Math section is all about logic, precision, and accuracy. No calculators of any kind are allowed on the SHSAT […]
Points on the SHSAT Reading section come from answering the questions, not simply reading the passages. This doesn’t mean that it is not important to approach the passage strategically—it is. However, if you do not answer the questions correctly, the passage hasn’t done you much good. In order to increase your chances of getting the […]
The SHSAT (Specialized High Schools Admissions Test) is more than just a math and verbal exam; it’s a test of endurance and nerves. With only seven days to go, your goal isn’t to learn three years of curriculum—it’s to finalize your test day strategy and protect your mental energy. Here is your guide on what […]
The Specialized High Schools Admissions Test (SHSAT) is a standardized test administered by the New York City Department of Education. Students in 8th or 9th grade who are seeking admission to eight of New York City’s elite public high schools must take the SHSAT, which tests competency in English Language Arts (ELA) and Math. The […]
The ASVAB measures your suitability for military enlistment and assesses your ability to be trained for specific military or civilian jobs. Technical subtests are the sections of the exam that evaluate your knowledge in specialized categories such as science, electronics, and automotive repair. These scores are used to determine which military career paths would be […]
Are you wondering if you can take the GMAT online? Well yes, you can take the GMAT online. The Graduate Management Admissions Council (GMAC) offers a take-at-home option for the GMAT™ Exam called the GMAT Online exam. Continue reading to learn about what to expect during a remote proctored GMAT exam and how you can […]
The total 2025 pass rate for all NCLEX-RN candidates was 69.1%. The total 2025 pass rate for all NCLEX-PN candidates was 77.3%. The number of questions you will face on the NCLEX varies based on your performance. The NCLEX utilizes a polytomous scoring method to allow for partial credit on some question types. On April […]
The MCAT is a standardized, computer-based test required by most medical schools. The MCAT test duration is 6 hours and 15 minutes (excluding breaks), and the total seated time for the MCAT is estimated to be 7 hours and 30 minutes. The MCAT consists of 230 multiple-choice questions. The four MCAT sections are timed and […]
A good MCAT score is a score of 511 or higher, which would put you in at least the 82nd percentile rank among all test takers. The average MCAT score is a score of 501, and a “perfect” MCAT score is the maximum score of 528. Competitive medical schools prefer an even distribution of section […]
The best MCAT prep course depends on your individual goals, learning style, budget, schedule, and target test date. There are different types of MCAT prep to choose from, including live online courses, on-demand courses, in-person courses, and 1-on-1 tutoring. Kaplan MCAT courses are consistently ranked as the best MCAT prep due to our expert instructors, […]