How to study for the SAT? First and foremost, start early.
Once you have decided to begin studying (3 months or more before the test is best), what do you do?
First, take a full practice test to see where you stand. From there, set a goal score. Your goal score could very well be 2400.
Then, learn the format of the test, what it consists of, what kind of questions it asks, and how much time you have. Find out what a "good" score is, or find out what range of scores the college of your choice is looking for. Memorize all of this information; it should become second-nature.
Then, look into SAT books (see Tip #79), SAT tutors, and SAT classes. Find out which option makes the most sense for you. Don't be afraid to spend money. The SAT is an important long-term investment.
Then, create a schedule. If you've started multiplied months ahead, you can likely study for 20 minutes or less per day. Find someone who can keep you accountable, because it can be easy to neglect even 20 minutes worth of studying. Habitual neglect adds up and does not mean an improved SAT score.
Finally, do lots of practice problems and tests and find problem-solving strategies.
In addition to all of this, check out the College Board website for an additional proposed study plan here!
Best of luck!
-TOC
Once you have decided to begin studying (3 months or more before the test is best), what do you do?
First, take a full practice test to see where you stand. From there, set a goal score. Your goal score could very well be 2400.
Then, learn the format of the test, what it consists of, what kind of questions it asks, and how much time you have. Find out what a "good" score is, or find out what range of scores the college of your choice is looking for. Memorize all of this information; it should become second-nature.
Then, look into SAT books (see Tip #79), SAT tutors, and SAT classes. Find out which option makes the most sense for you. Don't be afraid to spend money. The SAT is an important long-term investment.
Then, create a schedule. If you've started multiplied months ahead, you can likely study for 20 minutes or less per day. Find someone who can keep you accountable, because it can be easy to neglect even 20 minutes worth of studying. Habitual neglect adds up and does not mean an improved SAT score.
Finally, do lots of practice problems and tests and find problem-solving strategies.
In addition to all of this, check out the College Board website for an additional proposed study plan here!
Best of luck!
-TOC