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SCA College Placement Testing Information Sonshine Christian Academy
College Placement Testing Informational Sheet
What is the ACT?
The ACT is a national college admissions examination that consists of subject area tests in English, Mathematics, Reading, and Science. The ACT Plus Writing includes the four subject area tests plus a 30-minute Writing Test. ACT results are accepted by all 4-year colleges and universities in the U.S.
The ACT includes 215 multiple-choice questions and takes approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes to complete, including a short break (or just over four hours if you are taking the ACT Plus Writing).
The basic registration fee includes score reports for up to four college choices, if you list valid codes when you register. The basic registration fee for the ACT (No Writing) is $32, while the ACT Plus Writing is $47.
TEST PREP WEBSITE http://www.actstudent.org/testprep/index.html
ACT REGISTRATION WEBSITE http://www.actstudent.org/regist/index.html
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Test Date |
Registration Deadline |
(Late Fee Required) |
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April 10, 2010 |
March 5, 2010 |
March 6 - 19, 2010 |
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June 12, 2010 |
May 7, 2010 |
May 8 - 21, 2010 |
Why take the SAT The SAT is a step toward higher education for students of all backgrounds. It's accepted by virtually all colleges and universities. There are a number of reasons to take the SAT, but here are some of the best. The SAT tests the reading, writing and mathematics skills that you learn in school and that are critical for success in college and beyond. The questions are thoroughly researched and tested to make sure students from all backgrounds have an equal chance to succeed. The SAT also provides the opportunity for you to connect to scholarship opportunities, place out of certain college courses and learn more about your academic strengths. The registration fee for the SAT is $45, while the SAT Subject Test is $20 per test.
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Test Date |
Registration Deadline |
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March 13, 2010 |
February 4, 2010 |
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May 1, 2010 |
March 25, 2010 |
What is the difference between the ACT and SAT?
The ACT is an achievement test, measuring what a student has learned in school. The SAT is more of an aptitude test, testing reasoning and verbal abilities. The ACT has up to 5 components: English, Mathematics, Reading, Science, and an optional Writing Test. The SAT has 3 components: Critical Reasoning, Mathematics, and a required Writing Test. The SAT has a correction for guessing. That is, they take off for wrong answers. The ACT is scored based on the number of correct answers with no penalty for guessing.
What is the ASVAB
If you're serious about joining the military, then get serious about the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB). The ASVAB is a timed multi-aptitude test, which is given at over 14,000 schools and Military Entrance Processing Stations (MEPS) nationwide and is developed and maintained by the Department of Defense.
Your scores in four critical areas -- Arithmetic Reasoning, Word Knowledge, Paragraph Comprehension and Mathematics Knowledge (see below) -- count towards your Armed Forces Qualifying Test (AFQT) score. The AFQT score
determines whether you're qualified to enlist in the U.S. military. Your scores in the other areas of the ASVAB will determine how qualified you are for certain military occupational specialties and Enlistment Bonuses. A high score will improve your chances of getting the specialty/job and signing bonus you want.
THE EIGHT ASVAB TEST AREAS ARE; General Science, Arithmetic Reasoning, Word Knowledge, Paragraph Comprehension, Mathematics Knowledge, Electronics Information, Auto and Shop Information, Mechanical Comprehension.
Advantages to testing in your junior year:
· You've probably completed the coursework corresponding to the test material.
· You'll have your test scores and other information in time to help you plan your senior year. (For example, you may decide to take an additional class in an area in which your test score was low.)
· Colleges will know of your interests and have your scores in time to contact you during the summer before your senior year, when many of them are sending information about admissions, course placement, scholarships, and special programs to prospective students.
· You'll have the opportunity to retest if you feel your scores don't accurately reflect your abilities in the areas tested.
VPK Registration Now Open! VPK vouchers may be obtained at Sonshine Christian Academy. VPK for students turning 4 by September 1, 2010. |
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