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The ACT announced today that it will be streamlining accessibility for students seeking accommodations for testing. See below for content of the full press release from ACT:
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The NCAA announced today that it will be extending the COVID-19 initial eligibility policies for student-athletes graduating in the class of 2022. According to a press release from the NCAA:
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Does Test-Optional Really Mean Test-Optional?
Kristina Dooley August 21, 2020
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ACT,
SAT,
COVID-19,
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test blind
It feels like not a day goes by right now that an announcement isn't made about a college or university becoming "test-optional." Some have announced temporary plans that apply solely to the class of 2021 or even 2022, while others have decided to remove testing requirements indefinitely. However, there is one question that we keep hearing from students and parents: Does "test-optional" really ...
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College Planning Resources During COVID-19
Estrela Consulting April 04, 2020
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college admission,
college applications,
financial aid,
campus tours,
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ACT,
SAT,
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AP,
IB
UPDATED: August 5,2021 In a valiant effort to streamline information for our families we've compiled a comprehensive list of resources that will be updated as needed during this crisis. If our college planning team can support your family during this trying time, please don't hesitate to reach out.
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