Standardized Tests

To get into college, it is required that you take the ACT and/or SAT. 
You should take these tests 2-3 times in both your junior and senior year.  Ask your I Know I Can College Advisor about fee waivers for these standardized tests

ACT
Prep courses are offered throughout the city.  Check with your school or I Know I Can College Advisor for dates and locations. You can also start studying on your own using prep books from the library. 
Visit the ACT web site to learn more about preparing and registering.
**NOTE: ACT will send official scores to up to 4 colleges for free.  NCAA Clearinghouse requires an official copy of your ACT scores so make sure you list them as one of your choices if you plan to play sports in college.

2009 - 2010 ACT Test Dates
December 12, 2009.......................Registration due November 6, 2009
February 6, 2010...........................Registration due January 5, 2009
April 10, 2010................................Registration due March 5, 2009
June 12, 2010................................Registration due May 7, 2010

SAT
To prepare for the SAT, ask your counselor for courses in your school, or look for study books in your school and community libraries.
Visit the SAT web site for more information on how to register and prepare.

2009 - 2010 SAT Test Dates
December 5, 2009.........................Registration due October 31, 2009
January 23, 2010..........................Registration due December 15, 2010
March 13, 2010.............................Registration due February 4, 2010
May 1, 2010..................................Registration due March 25, 2010
June 5, 2010.................................Registration due April 29, 2010

Your scores will be sent to you in the mail.  Once you have received them, share them with your guidance counselor or I Know I Can College Advisor to determine the next step.

Study Sessions for both of these tests are available at:

• The CCS Winter Institute, every Saturday from January until the test.  Ask your school counselor for more details
• DeVry Free Saturday Study Sessions (you must call and reserve a spot). Ask your school counselor for more details
• Kaplan Free Test Prep (Registration is online)
• Ask your school counselor about others