Standardized Tests

On the heels of the announcement that there will no longer be SAT Subject Tests or SAT with additional Essay, College Board has made it clear that there will not be a virtual option to take the SAT. In lieu…

The latest news to rock the college admissions world is the recent announcement from the College Board that it will no longer offer SAT Subject Tests or SAT with Essay. In their blog post announcement, the College Board states that…

Here at Moon Prep, we want to make sure our students hear about the biggest news-worthy items in the admissions world as soon as possible. We especially want to share news that directly affects how our underclassmen may be preparing…

By: Nidhi Bhaskar, BS/MD student (Brown PLME) and Moon Prep Counselor Nidhi is an experienced college counselor at Moon Prep, where she combines her personal experience in medicine and a personal passion for mentoring the next generation of doctors. As…

 The Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT) is one of the most important components of an application for students applying to enroll in Medical School to pursue a Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.) or Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degree. This is a…

Online learning isn't new, but it is certainly new to many families. As the coming school year approaches, parents are evaluating every option available. Some are choosing to homeschool, some families are sending their children to school even if this…

With each passing year, the algorithm for college admissions seems to become more and more complicated, and one measurement stands out in the minds of both parents and teens staring down college applications: test scores.  Of course, this upcoming year…

Rahul Naik is a former Moon Prep student we guided through the admissions cycle. Now, he has advice for other students who are just beginning their journey. Hey there high schooler, First of all, a big congratulations on making it…

Advanced Placement (AP) tests are a critical part of the high school process for many students. Taking place over two weeks in May, AP tests can determine if you receive college credit. While the AP tests are well known, you…

AP (Advanced Placement) classes can be a source of confusion for many incoming high schools. In an interview with Niche, Kristin Moon answers all your questions from what AP classes and AP tests are, how many AP courses should you…