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For several years, many colleges and universities adopted test-optional admissions policies, allowing students to apply without submitting SAT or ACT scores. This change was originally introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic, when testing opportunities were limited and colleges sought greater flexibility in the admissions process. However, a significant shift is now Read More…

Yale University also recently announced a return to mandatory SAT/ACT testing. Yale officials stated that standardized test scores remain one of the strongest predictors of academic success and can help identify talented students from a wide range of backgrounds. More than 80% of Yale applicants had already been submitting scores Read More…

Starting with the 2026 admissions cycle, The Ohio State University will once again require SAT or ACT scores for first-year applicants to its Columbus campus. This marks the end of the test-optional policy implemented in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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For students preparing for the ACT in 2025, big changes are on the horizon! The test is becoming shorter, more flexible, and slightly easier to manage—but what does that mean for your college admissions strategy? If you’re in the Malvern or Philadelphia, PA area, INTO PREP is here to help you navigate these changes and maximize your ACT score!

As the college admissions landscape evolves, many top-tier universities continue to require standardized test scores for applications. Schools such as the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Harvard University, and Brown University still emphasize the importance of SAT and ACT results in their selection process.

The ACT will undergo significant changes starting in 2025, aiming to offer students more flexibility and a better test-taking experience. At INTO Prep, we stay updated with these changes and guide our students to navigate the evolving landscape of college admissions testing.

Starting in spring 2025, the ACT college entrance exam will undergo significant changes, including increased flexibility and a shorter test duration. INTO PREP can help Philadelphia students adapt to these changes by offering tailored preparation courses that focus on the revised exam structure.

As of June 2024, Stanford University has reinstated the requirement for submitting SAT or ACT scores as part of the college application process. INTO PREP is here to help students prepare for the SAT and ACT exams, increasing their chances of getting accepted into their dream college, including Stanford University.

Many institutions are reinstating the SAT and ACT standardized test requirements for the 2024 admissions cycle. This shift marks a significant change for prospective college students, who must now prepare to meet these testing requirements. At INTO PREP, we are poised to support students through this transition with expert tutoring for the SAT and ACT.