SAT I-Measures
critical reading, math, and writing skills. The SAT is generally taken
in the spring of your junior year, and if you are not satisfied with
your scores, fall of the senior year. http://www.collegeboard.com
ACT- American
College Test: Measures academic achievement in the area of English,
mathematic, reading, and science reasoning. http://www.act.org
SAT II- Measures
proficiciency in particular subject areas. Check and see if the college
you are applying to requires these tests. Each test lasts one hour.
You can take 3 tests in one sitting. You may take them whenever you
have completed a course (e.g. AP US History). In general, these tests
are taken in June of the 11th grade or October, November or December
of the 12th grade.
AP-Advanced Placement
Tests-Measures a students knowledge of a particular subject at the
college level. AP tests are sometimes used to exempt students from
a college course and/or give college credit. College policies differ
on the use of AP's. Consult college admissions offices for specifics.