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Want to Get Into Your Dream School Without Spending Thousands? Every spring, I hear from families wondering if they have to hire an expensive college admissions consultant. The short answer? No. But what formulas do colleges use to admit students? To be honest, it's about as clear and
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Hey everyone, I don't normally send out back-to-back newsletters, but I found this recently published piece in The Economist worth sharing. They just published a piece that digs into one of the biggest debates in college admissions: Should standardized tests like the SAT and ACT still matter? The
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Hi families, This week, instead of our usual student-by-student update, I want to step back and share some important developments in the world of standardized testing and college admissions—and what they might mean for your teen. 🎓 The Bigger Picture: The SAT Is Still (Quietly) Making a Comeback It’s
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Mr. John’s Test Prep Weekly • April 12, 2025 Hello MJTP families! Thank you for your patience and flexibility with lessons at the end of March. My wife and I celebrated our marriage and honeymoon in scenic Highlands, NC. It was much colder than Florida, but a refreshing break and
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Dear Mr. John's Test Prep Families, 📅 Countdown to the March 8th SAT – less than 5 days to go! March is here! We've been planning for weeks, some of us months. This week we'll focus on last-minute preparation tips for the SAT; announce a new
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Hi Students and Families! Welcome to this week's Mr. John's Test Prep Newsletter, your dose of motivation, tips, and important updates to help you ace the SAT! 🎉 Student Spotlight: Celebrating Wins! 🎉 This week, we're shouting out these amazing students for their hard work and
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I just returned home a few minutes ago from taking the November 2, 2024, Official College Board SAT®. Here my thoughts on the test. Generally speaking, I didn't think there was anything out of the ordinary. Were the second modules challenging? Yes. Were they inordinately challenging? I didn&
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The results are in, and they are largely underwhelming. In fact, I'd say they are downright depressing for many students. While we've seen some success stories with our students, the majority were disappointed with the results of the October 5th, 2024, SAT score reports. Why Was