{"id":262,"date":"2020-02-13T22:27:00","date_gmt":"2020-02-13T22:27:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/ec2-50-17-66-55.compute-1.amazonaws.com\/2020\/02\/13\/testingtips\/"},"modified":"2026-03-01T23:50:54","modified_gmt":"2026-03-02T07:50:54","slug":"college-testing-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cirkledin.com\/library\/college-applications-and-admissions\/college-testing-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Eight Quick SAT\/ACT Tips to Boost Your Confidence"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"732\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cirkledin.com\/library\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/image-1024x732.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3244\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cirkledin.com\/library\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/image-1024x732.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.cirkledin.com\/library\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/image-300x214.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.cirkledin.com\/library\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/image-768x549.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.cirkledin.com\/library\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/image-1536x1097.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.cirkledin.com\/library\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/image-2048x1463.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019re well into 2020\u2014can you believe it? With SAT and ACT testing approaching, it can be a stressful time for parents and students. That\u2019s why we\u2019ve gathered 10 quick tips to help any student feel more confident while preparing for the big day. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Start a study group.<\/strong> Your peers are most likely stressed as well! Starting a study group (with a lot of pizza!) can be a helpful way to share tips and challenge each other.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Practice self-care. <\/strong>Between school, activities and studying, it can feel like you have no time to relax. Carve out time to put the books down for an hour and do something you genuinely enjoy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Have balanced meals. <\/strong>Food can really impact how we feel! Before the test, be sure you\u2019re eating balanced meals and snacks that promote good health. Try nuts, protein, veggies, or a yogurt.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Engage your family. <\/strong>Secluding yourself can be helpful but don\u2019t forget about resources around you. How did your older sibling prepare for the test? Can your parents quiz you?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Create a relaxing study area.<\/strong> Aromatherapy diffuser? Check! Fresh water? Got it!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Set a schedule.<\/strong> DON\u2019T CRAM FOR THE TEST! Give yourself plenty of time to study and digest the information.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Get back to basics.<\/strong> It never hurts to brush up on mental math skills or grammar.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Utilize resources. <\/strong>Don\u2019t miss out on resources all around you. You\u2019re not alone in this. A great start is the Online Practice <a href=\"https:\/\/collegereadiness.collegeboard.org\/sat\/practice\/full-length-practice-tests\">Test<\/a> from College Board. You can find ACT practice questions <a href=\"https:\/\/www.act.org\/content\/act\/en\/products-and-services\/the-act\/test-preparation\/math-practice-test-questions.html?page=0&amp;chapter=0\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Have more tips for students? Tweet us at <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/cirkledin\">@CirkledIn!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p class=\"\"> With SAT and ACT testing approaching, it can be a stressful time for parents and students. 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