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How to Study for the SAT in 1 Month

Studying for the SAT in a month is possible, though it’s recommended that you spend 10 to 20 hours per week over the course of two or three months prepping for the SAT. But if you only have 30 days, here’s how you can get it done and get a good SAT score. [ RELATED: SAT 3-Month […]

How Long To Study for the SAT

The SAT is just one of the many things that high school juniors and seniors have on their plates. Along with completing schoolwork and being involved in extracurriculars, students have to set aside time to prepare for the SAT. As SAT experts, the question Kaplan hears the most from our students is, “How long should I […]

What's Tested on the SAT Reading and Writing Section?

The SAT tests reading and writing and language skills in the context of passages. This means that all of the answers to the reading questions will have support in the passage—no outside knowledge is necessary. For the Writing & Language questions, you’ll need to not only identify and correct grammar issues but also correct issues […]

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 break down what you need to know about paying for medical school and show you ways to […]

How Many Times Can I Take the LSAT?

If you’re taking the LSAT, odds are you’ve wondered how many chances you have to take the LSAT in order to get into the top law schools of your choice. So if you’re wondering, how many times can I take the LSAT?, you should know that the LSAC (who administers the LSAT) is reinstating limits […]

What's the Best SAT Prep for Your Child?

It’s no secret that the SAT is a huge part of the college admissions process. But because students need to study and take the SAT in the midst of other academic and extracurricular responsibilities, motivating students to prepare for the SAT can be a huge stress on students and on parents. That’s where we come […]

Developing a USMLE Step 1 Study Plan

For most medical students, the USMLE Step 1 exam will play a large role in deciding their future career. In almost every field, the board exams rank extremely high in consideration for residency applications. So how does one maximize their study time for the USMLE Step 1 to make sure they’re prepared for Test Day? […]

How to Pass USMLE Step 1: Top 5 Tips

Learn how to pass the USMLE Step 1 by reviewing our top study tips. The Step 1 exam is a marathon, not a sprint. It requires dedication and commitment on a daily basis within the 2-3 months allotted in preparation for the exam. You will spend a significant amount of your day studying for the […]

USMLE Step 1 Transition to Pass/Fail

The USMLE Step 1 score reporting has transitioned from a numerical score to a pass/fail outcome as of January 26, 2022. If you took the Step 1 exam before that date, you would have received a numerical score and a pass/fail outcome on your score reports and transcripts. Now, Step 1 examinees will only receive […]

AP U.S. History Multiple-Choice Practice Questions

Part A of Section I on the AP U.S. History (APUSH) exam consists of multiple-choice question sets that typically contain three or four questions and can focus on any historical period. A primary or secondary source is provided for each question set, which could be a passage, image, graph, or map. Multiple-choice questions on the […]