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Admissions Testing: SSAT Study Tips
A few simple steps conscientiously applied will reward you with confident test taking!

Admissions Testing: The Inside Scoop
How the tests are made up and some test taking strategies which will improve your scores.

Admissions Testing: The Writing Sample
Often called an essay, the writing sample gives you a chance to show the Admissions officers your writing skills.

Admissions Testing: What Are They Looking For?
Every school will administer an admissions test to assess your child's academic abilities. Be prepared!

Evaluating Schools: It's A Snap!
Breeze through your interviews by following these suggestions!

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Evaluating Schools: Ask Questions!
The Admissions Officer will want to ask you questions. Be sure to ask him some of your own.

Evaluating Schools: Visit The School
You have to visit those schools! Spend an overnight too so you find out what it's really like!

Evaluating Schools: Evaluating A Private School
Choosing a private school is not like shopping for a car! Here's how to compare schools.

Identifying Schools: A Single Sex School?
Maybe a single sex school is the right choice for your child.

Identifying Schools: At A Glance
Don't lose your focus! We'll keep you on track!

Identifying Schools: Don't Miss Those Deadlines!
A month by month list of critical deadlines. Remember: this process takes 18 months or more.

Identifying Schools: Do Some Weeding!
You have to narrow the field and concentrate on your best prospects.

Identifying Schools: Let's Get Started!
Here's what you have to do to get going.

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