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Company News
08 Nov 2026
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StudyPoint has a new look

StudyPoint has unveiled a refreshed brand identity featuring a compass-inspired logo and a new website focused on student confidence. The organization joined Intrax, a family-owned education and cultural exchange organization, to expand its resources for families and students. Tutors, score guarantees, day-to-day leadership under co-founder Greg Zumas, and contact channels remain entirely unchanged.

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PSAT
03 Nov 2026
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Interpreting PSAT Score Reports

StudyPoint’s Kristen Lefebvre walks through how to access and read PSAT scores, and what they mean for SAT and ACT prep.

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Guidance Counselors
16 Dec 2025
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The Role of a Private Admissions Counselor

Visit to learn more about working with a private admissions counselor. Our site includes information on finding/choosing a counselor, the costs, etc.

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SAT
05 Oct 2023
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SAT Waitlist Testing - What it is and how it works

If you missed the SAT registration deadline, you may still be able to take the SAT on your preferred date. Learn about SAT standby testing procedures.

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SSAT & ISEE
01 Oct 2023
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SSAT Math

Learn about the SSAT math section. Access information about SSAT math question types and content areas.

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SSAT & ISEE
14 Sep 2023
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SSAT Accommodations

SSAT testing accommodations are available for those students who qualify. Find out which accommodations are available, who is eligible, and how to apply for them.

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Supporting Your Student
07 Sep 2023
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Organizing for Academic Success

There are no simple explanations for why girls generally outperform boys in high school. But the New York Times this week highlights planning and time management skills (or a lack thereof) as one culprit.

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Supporting Your Student
20 Aug 2023
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Back-to-School Study Tips

Back to school study tips for all students

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ACT
02 Aug 2023
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Overview of the ACT Math Section

Visit to learn more about the ACT math section. You can access information on the test, sample questions, and a Free ACT Practice Test.

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Guidance Counselors
27 Jul 2023
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High School Counselor: Getting to Know Your School Counselor

Learn why students should begin working with a guidance counselor during sophomore year to get a head start on college applications.

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ACT
25 Jul 2023
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ACT Test Day - What to bring on test day

Information on what you can and cannot bring to the ACT on test day, as well as suggestions that will help you perform at your best.

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Essays
09 Jul 2023
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How to write the "Why are you interested in attending our school?" Essay

Stumped by the ‘Why are you interested in attending our school?’ Essay question? See what our College Admissions Experts have to say on how to write it.

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PSAT
24 Jun 2023
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PSAT Math - An Overview of the PSAT Math Sections

An overview of the PSAT Math sections. Up-to-date info on the PSAT math test, including question types and sample questions.

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ACT
22 Jun 2023
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ACT English - An overview of the ACT English section

The ACT English section tests students' grammatical skills. Learn more about the ACT English section, and download a free ACT Practice Test.

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SAT
16 Jun 2023
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SAT Accommodations for Students with Disabilities

Every year thousands of students take the SAT under special testing conditions such as extended time. Visit for information on SAT accommodations policies.

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