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What Is Standard Deviation? An SAT Student’s Guide
Standard deviation is a way of measuring how spread out the data points are around the mean (average). If data points are close...
Hemant Attray
4 days ago5 min read


How to Use Bluebook SAT the Right Way and What Your Scores Really Mean
What if the way you take your SAT practice tests is silently shaping your final score, and not in the way you think? That’s the story of...
Hemant Attray
4 days ago8 min read


If Your SAT Checklist Doesn’t Include This, You’re Already Behind
Most checklists for the SAT look the same: pencils, a calculator, and your admission ticket. Helpful? Sure. Complete? Not even close....
Hemant Attray
4 days ago7 min read


10 Strategies to Overcome SAT Anxiety and Boost Your Score
Let’s be honest, preparing for the SAT can feel like carrying an invisible weight, one that gets heavier as test day approaches. For many...
Hemant Attray
6 days ago7 min read


What's the Difference Between SAT and PSAT and Why It Matters
The difference between the SAT and PSAT is clear and simple. PSAT is a practice version of the SAT. The SAT, on the other hand, is the...
Hemant Attray
6 days ago6 min read


Giving Back While Moving Forward: IvyStrides’ Adopt-a-Street Experience
At IvyStrides, our mission is clear — helping high school students prepare for the SAT, build standout college essays, and ultimately,...
Hemant Attray
Aug 254 min read


Master Your Time with the FIRE Framework
High school can feel like a juggling act — SAT prep, AP classes, sports, extracurriculars, essays, and social life. For students aiming...
Hemant Attray
Aug 182 min read


Reduce Stress While Studying for the SAT - From Daily Routines to Exam-Day Calm - Complete Guide 2025
The SAT shapes college opportunities and can open doors to your dream university. Yet, for many students, the weeks before it feel like...
Hemant Attray
Aug 146 min read


Why Mechanical Pencil Rules Still Matter for the SAT in 2025
Of all the things students prepare for before the SAT, the test dates, timing strategies, and practice drills, the humble pencil rarely...
Hemant Attray
Aug 144 min read


No Wrong-Answer Penalty? Why Guessing on the SAT in 2025 Is Smarter Than You Think
In the high-stakes world of SAT® prep, every point counts. And in 2025, there’s a straightforward rule that could mean the difference...
Hemant Attray
Aug 136 min read


How Hard Is the PSAT Compared to the SAT? A Complete 2025 Guide
Two tests. Similar names. Both can shape your academic future. Yet ask in school hallways or parent WhatsApp groups, and you’ll hear it...
Hemant Attray
Aug 136 min read


Is The LSAT Harder Than the SAT?
If you're a high school student or a parent helping one plan for college, chances are you've heard of both the SAT and the LSAT . While...
Hemant Attray
Aug 127 min read


Is The SAT Harder Than the ACT?
If you’re a high school student (or a parent helping one), you’ve probably asked yourself this: “Should I take the SAT or the ACT, and...
Hemant Attray
Aug 128 min read


WOOP Your Way to College Success: A Goal-Setting Tool for High-Achievers
Preparing for top colleges can be overwhelming — balancing SAT prep, essays, extracurriculars, and schoolwork. That’s why at IvyStrides,...
Hemant Attray
Aug 82 min read


SOAR to Success: A Framework to Strengthen Your College Journey
At IvyStrides, we’re not just focused on test scores — we help students tell powerful stories, overcome challenges, and showcase the kind...
Hemant Attray
Aug 12 min read


SMART Goals: Your Secret Weapon for College Prep Success
Getting into your dream college doesn’t just take hard work — it takes smart work. That’s where SMART Goals come in. At IvyStrides, we...
Hemant Attray
Jul 312 min read


MoSCoW Framework Can Supercharge Your College Prep
How MoSCoW framework can supercharge your College Prep Getting into a top college isn’t just about working hard — it’s about working...
Hemant Attray
Jul 232 min read


How to Find Old SAT Scores: Step-by-Step Access, Retrieval Costs, and What to Do If You Can’t Log In
Did you take the SAT a few years ago and now need to retrieve your SAT scores for college, grad school, or job applications? Whether you...
Hemant Attray
Jul 225 min read


Canceling Your SAT: Deadlines, Refunds, Reschedules, and What to Do Next
Canceling your SAT means withdrawing your SAT registration for an upcoming SAT date. It is different from rescheduling (changing your...
Hemant Attray
Jul 109 min read


How to Send SAT Scores to Colleges (Without Messing It Up)
Most students choose to send their SAT scores after they are released , which allows them to review their results and select which test...
Hemant Attray
Jul 99 min read
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