My Child Is “Good at School” but Struggling on the SAT—And Why Waiting Until Junior Year Makes It Worse
28 4 min

My Child Is “Good at School” but Struggling on the SAT—And Why Waiting Until Junior Year Makes It Worse

Why strong students often struggle on the SAT despite good grades, and why waiting until junior year to start prep can make it worse.

Seaver Chan
23/04/2026
What Ivy League Schools Are Really Looking for in SAT Scores
10 3 min

What Ivy League Schools Are Really Looking for in SAT Scores

What SAT score do you need for the Ivy League? The real range Ivy schools expect, and why chasing a perfect score rarely pays off.

Seaver Chan
29/11/2025
When Should You Take the ACT/SAT?
3 2 min

When Should You Take the ACT/SAT?

When should your student take the SAT or ACT? How early to start studying and how to time test dates around school.

Seaver Chan
19/01/2024
Should I Take Both the SAT and the ACT?
8 3 min

Should I Take Both the SAT and the ACT?

Should you take both the SAT and the ACT? Three reasons we recommend picking one test and focusing your prep on it.

Seaver Chan
19/01/2024
4 Simple Tips To Solve Word Problems Like a Pro
6 8 min

4 Simple Tips To Solve Word Problems Like a Pro

Four simple tips for solving math word problems on the SAT, ACT and class tests, even when you don't know where to start.

Seaver Chan
19/01/2024
Vanguard Test Prep FAQ
8 3 min

Vanguard Test Prep FAQ

Answers to common questions about Vanguard College Prep's SAT and ACT test prep: how classes work and what to expect.

Seaver Chan
19/01/2024
How to Prep for a Summer Exam
4 2 min

How to Prep for a Summer Exam

How to prepare for a summer SAT or ACT without losing your whole vacation: a realistic study plan for June, July and August.

Seaver Chan
19/01/2024
Everything You Need to Know About the New SAT
9 2 min

Everything You Need to Know About the New SAT

The biggest changes in the digital SAT, from format to timing to scoring, and what they mean for how students should prepare.

Seaver Chan
19/01/2024