Huntington Learning Center’s Top 10 Test Prep Tips
By Huntington Learning Center- Make a Preparation Plan: Create a plan that outlines what you need to study and when. Between 2 to 3 months before your test, break down your study time into manageable chunks and create a schedule that works for you.
- Start Early: Don’t wait until the last minute to start studying. We recommend you start preparing for the ACT/SAT the summer before your junior year, allowing more time to review the material, ask questions and practice problem-solving skills. Our accredited tutors are an excellent resource to work through skills and strategies specific to your needs.
- Identify Strengths and Weaknesses: Familiarize yourself with the concepts that will be covered. Ask yourself where you feel comfortable and which areas you may need extra practice and learning support, then make a plan to get help with those pieces.
- Take Practice Tests: Practice tests help you identify areas of weakness and focus your study time. Taking between 3 and 5 practice tests can help you become more familiar with all aspects of the test. Huntington provides practice tests as part of our test prep program.
- Get Enough Sleep: Make sure you get enough sleep the night before the test. A good night’s sleep will help you stay focused and alert during the test.
- Eat a Healthy Breakfast: Eating a healthy breakfast will give you the energy you need to stay aware and sharp during the test.
- Be Punctual: Know exactly where the test will be taken. Arrive at the test location 30 minutes before it starts to give yourself time to relax and get settled.
- Have Everything Needed Ready Ahead of Time: Make sure you have your identification, test admission confirmation, a watch, the same calculator you practiced with and most importantly, confidence!
- Save These Links: These links will help you stay up-to-date with changes to tests and general exam updates.
- Stay Positive: Believe in yourself and stay positive throughout the exam process. To calm any nerves as you begin the test, take a few deep breaths and remind yourself that you have studied and are prepared!
