When should your student start preparing for the SAT or ACT?
Starting too early leads to burnout. Starting too late means missed opportunities.
In this video, Nick Standlea, CEO of Test Prep Gurus, breaks down the sweet spot for test prep success — explaining when to start, what to do first, and how the right timing can lead to higher scores and major scholarship wins.
📘 In this video, you’ll learn:
*Why freshman year is too early to start SAT/ACT prep
*The surprising link between reading for fun and higher scores
*Why waiting until senior year is a costly mistake
*The perfect test prep timeline for 10th and 11th graders
*Real stories of students who gained (or lost) thousands in scholarships because of timing
🎯 Key takeaway:
The best time to start SAT or ACT prep is at the end of sophomore year. Test both, choose your best fit, and plan ahead.
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⏱️ Timestamps:
0:00 – When Should You Start Test Prep?
0:20 – Why Freshman Year Is Too Early
0:56 – The Power of Reading for Pleasure
1:29 – Why Senior Year Is Too Late
1:48 – The Sweet Spot: End of 10th Grade
2:08 – The Smart Strategy: Test Both, Then Choose
2:35 – Planning Ahead for Junior Year
2:49 – Two Real Student Stories
3:29 – The Final Answer: End of 10th Grade
3:46 – Why Planning Ahead Pays Off