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What’s Tested on the SHSAT?

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 […]

Taking the GMAT Online

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 […]

NCLEX Pass Rates 2026: What You Need to Know

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 […]

What Is the Best MCAT Prep Course for You?

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, […]

Understanding the GMAT Format: Sections, Timing, and What to Expect

The GMAT is a key part of the admissions process for many MBA and graduate business programs. Beyond testing subject knowledge, the exam evaluates how effectively you analyze information, reason through problems, and manage your time under pressure. The GMAT is a great chance for you to show business school admissions committees that you’ll be […]

What’s the Best GMAT® Prep For You?

The best GMAT prep course depends on your target score, test date, study habits, and schedule. You can choose from several prep formats, including live online classes, on-demand courses, 1-on-1 tutoring, traditional in-person courses, and bootcamps. Kaplan’s GMAT prep is designed to support different learning styles with expert instruction, adaptive practice, and realistic test-day experiences. […]

How to Study for the GMAT in 3 months

Most people who are aiming for a competitive business school program study for between 3 and 6 months. By allowing yourself at least 3 months to prepare for the GMAT (formerly known as the GMAT Focus), you have an excellent opportunity to put in the time necessary to get your best possible score. Your biggest […]

The Prerequisites for Medical School

Applicants to U.S. medical schools can major in any discipline.  Regardless of major, applicants are usually expected to complete prerequisite courses in biology, chemistry, physics, and math. There is no universally established minimum MCAT score required for medical school admission, but some schools do use cutoffs to screen applicants.  Earning a good MCAT score will […]

What’s the Real Cost of Medical School?

You’ll invest a lot of money attending medical school for four years, from tuition and fees to textbooks and housing. The real cost of medical school adds up quickly. So, just how much does medical school cost? We’ll explain what you need to know about paying for medical school and show you ways to save […]

What’s the Best LSAT Prep for You?

The best LSAT prep course depends on your learning style, target test date, individual goals, budget, and schedule. There are many options for LSAT prep to choose from, including live online courses, on-demand courses, in-person courses, and 1-on-1 tutoring. Kaplan LSAT courses are consistently ranked as the best LSAT prep due to our expert instructors, […]