Summer programs are excellent opportunities to expand your knowledge and experiences outside of your normal school year.  There are many many excellent programs out there just waiting for you to explore. Some have a cost and others are free. Take a look and investigate the options available to you throughout your high school career. For listings of potential summer programs see  Summer Programs, U of Denver Summer and a list put together of other summer opportunities.  Don’t stop there– research more and email me if you are looking for something more.

ACT, SAT, Subject tests, and how to prepare:

Know that there are differences between the ACT and the SAT.   Certain students will perform stronger on one or the other depending on their academic strengths.  You will want to assess your strengths and select the test that reflects best on your academics.  Email and we can discuss your specific situation and which test, or both, or neither best suits your plans. ACT Online: How to prepare for the online ACT  Some schools also require the SAT Subject tests.  For some schools these subject tests are ‘recommended’ and for some they are required.  You will want to complete a thorough search on which university is right for you, so that you can have all the testing completed as you apply for admissions. A sample of Schools that Recommend SAT Subject tests Pomona College, Northwestern University, University of Notre Dame, University of Souther California, University of California (many campuses) A sample of Schools that Require (or strongly recommend) SAT Subject tests Boston University, Cornell University, Georgetown University, Duke University, Harvard University, Princeton University