Every year, thousands of test-takers stare at the digital SAT screen and wonder, “Why does this comma matter so much?” The truth is that well-placed punctuation and crystal-clear sentence structure can tip the scales between…
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Close your eyes for a heartbeat and picture the moment you read “Congratulations!” in an email from your dream university. That single line can take you to any of the 12,000+ institutions across 160 countries…
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I’ve seen it happen over and over again...Students diving into SAT prep with the best intentions, armed with textbooks, practice apps, and endless motivation… only to hit a wall weeks later. Despite all their effort,…
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Would universities on my dream list honor the TOEFL? Which countries would turn that single number into a real admission letter? If you’re reading this, chances are you’ve felt the same mix of excitement and…
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Staring at an SAT Mathematics practice screen, countless first-time test-takers watch the timer tick down while once-familiar formulas seem to vanish. In 2024, New York City’s public-school cohort averaged 473 in Math, about 30 points…
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SAT exam pattern….. Maybe you’ve scrolled through Reddit threads where students swap stories about the new digital format. One test-taker admitted that the moment the adaptive modules kicked in, “My heart sank, then soared when…
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If you’re anything like me, just opening the ETS site can feel like stepping onto a tightrope. One minute you’re daydreaming about lively seminars on a foreign campus; the next, you’re praying the payment page…
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Ever sat down with a cup of coffee (or chai!) and wondered, “Why do I need to take the SAT? What’s the point?” You’re not alone. In fact, as Galvanize’s Head of Admissions and a…
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Are you relying only on your grades to get into your dream university? If so, you might be missing a huge opportunity. A cover letter for university applications can be the difference between standing out…
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GRE Reading Comprehension (RC) tests your ability to read and understand complex texts. It's not just about reading; it's about grasping the structure and the author’s message. While reading skills are developed over time, GRE…
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