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Post-Secondary Test Guide: SAT, ACT, ACCUPLACER, ASVAB

Learn the differences between SAT, ACT, ACCUPLACER, ASVAB tests. Find scoring details, preparation tips, and cost info. Make informed choices for college or career entrance exams.

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Post-Secondary Test Guide: SAT, ACT, ACCUPLACER, ASVAB

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  1. SAT/ACT/ACCUPLACER/ASVAB Advisement

  2. Learning Target • I can determine which post-secondary test is right for my college or career choice. • SAT • ACT • ACCUPLACER • ASVAB

  3. If you have not signed up to take a test…. • DO THIS SOON! This should really be done by October of your Senior Year. • College application Deadlines will be approaching soon!

  4. What is the SAT? • Students applying to 4 year colleges will need to take either the SAT or ACT • Measures critical reading skills (65 minutes) • Math problem-solving skills (80 minutes) • Writing skills (35 minutes)

  5. What material/content does it cover? • Math reasoning, critical reading, and writing skills necessary for academic success in college. • Knowledge and skills developed through years of study in different courses. • Ability to reason with facts and concepts.

  6. How is the SAT scored? • Total Scores: 400 – 1600 • Evidence Based Reading/ Writing Section: 200 – 800 • Math Section: 200 – 800 • SAT Essay: Three Scores Ranging from 2-8 • Correct answer equals one point. • Omitted question equals zero points. • There is no penalty for guessing. Still try to take your best guess, but don’t leave unanswered questions.

  7. How to I prepare for and apply for the SAT? • Prepare: • SAT Prep Classes at school or at off-site facilities. • Practice is available at Khan Academy on line for free • Apply: • Apply on line through College Board • Cost about $50 For Evidenced Based Reading/Writing and Math. SAT Essay is extra and not required by most colleges. • There are fee waivers for those with limited financial resources

  8. What is the ACT? • Students applying to 4 year colleges will need to take either the SAT or ACT • Measures skills in Four Basic Areas (Math, Reading/Writing, English, Science) • Testing Times: • English (45 minutes) • Mathematics (60 minutes) • Reading (35 minutes) • Science (35 minutes)

  9. How is the ACT Scored? • Total Scores: 1-36 in: • English • Math • Reading • Science • Composite Score (the average of all four test scores)

  10. ACT Scoring Continued • Correct answer equals one point, • Omitted question equals zero points. • There is no penalty for guessing. Still try to take your best guess, but don’t leave unanswered questions.

  11. How to I prepare for and apply for the ACT? • Prepare: • SAT Prep Classes at school or at off-site facilities. • Practice is available at ACT Academy on line for free • Apply: • Apply on line through College Board • Cost about $50 For Evidenced Based Reading/Writing and Math. SAT Essay is extra and not required by most colleges. • There are fee waivers for those with limited financial resources

  12. What is the ACCUPACER? • A test necessary to apply to two-year colleges • Students applying to Chattahoochee Technical College • Consult Chattahoochee Technical College online for a schedule of test dates. First and second test is free.

  13. What does the ACCUPLACER Measure? • Arithmetic • College-Level Math • Elementary Algebra • Reading Comprehension • Sentence Skills • WritePlacer (Written Essay)

  14. What does the ACCUPLACER Measure? Continued • The number of questions varies depending on which ACCUPLACER tests you take. • No one passes or fails ACCUPLACER tests, but there may be a score minimum required on a particular test to take a particular class at Chattahoochee Technical College or another 2-year College. • So, if you already have the minimum in English areas for English classes, but need a higher math score – You can take only the test you need and focus on it.

  15. What else should I know about the ACCUPLACER? • The ACCUPLACER is not a timed test • You have as long as you like to answer the questions • You can design which portions of the test you choose to take on which days

  16. What is the ASVAB? • A multi-aptitude test necessary to qualify for the military • Scores on the test determine how qualified you are for certain military occupational specialties and Enlistment Bonuses. A high score will improve your chances of getting the specialty/job and signing bonus you want.

  17. What does the ASVAB Measure? • Arithmetic Reasoning • General Science • Word Knowledge • Paragraph Comprehension • Mathematics knowledge • Electronics Information • Auto and Shop Information • Mechanical Comprehension • Assembling Objects • Free practice is available at Military.com

  18. ASVAB Scoring • Armed Forces Qualification Test (AFQT): Paragraph Comprehension, Word Knowledge, Mathematics knowledge and Arithmetic Reasoning • Clerical (CL): Word Knowledge, Paragraph Comprehension, Arithmetic Reasoning and Mathematics Knowledge • Combat (CO): Word Knowledge, Paragraph Comprehension, Auto & Shop Information and Mechanical Comprehension • Electronics (EL): General Science, Arithmetic Reasoning, Mathematics Knowledge and Electronic Information • Field Artillery (FA): Arithmetic Reasoning, Mathematics Knowledge, and Mechanical Comprehension • General Maintenance (GM): General Science, Auto & Shop, Mathematics Knowledge and Electronic Information

  19. ASVAB Scoring Continued • General Technical (GT): Word Knowledge, Paragraph Comprehension, and Arithmetic Reasoning • Mechanical Maintenance (MM): Auto & Shop, Mechanical Comprehension, and Electronic Information • Operators and Food (OF): Word Knowledge, Paragraph Comprehension, Auto & Shop, and Mechanical Comprehension • Surveillance and Communications (SC): Word Knowledge, Paragraph Comprehension, Arithmetic Reasoning, Auto & Shop, and Mechanical Comprehension • Skilled Technical (ST): Word Knowledge, Paragraph Comprehension, General Science, Mechanical Comprehension and Mathematics Knowledge.

  20. ASVAB Scoring Continued • There is no “Failing” on the ASVAB, but you will need a score of at least 31 on the AFQT to be considered for enlistment in the Army. • To qualify for a particular job or training, you may need a higher score in one of the line scores identified above. • Higher scores are more likely to qualify you for signing bonuses and educational opportunities like paid college.

  21. ASVAB Content • 10 short tests completed in 3 hours.

  22. References • www.collegeboard.org • https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat • http://www.act.org/ • https://accuplacer.collegeboard.org/ • https://www.goarmy.com/learn/understanding-the-asvab.html

  23. More News!

  24. Student Government Association (SGA) • HOMECOMING WEEK • PEP RALLIES • TEACHER APPRECATION • JR/SR PROM • AND MORE…COME TO OUR FIRST GENERAL MTG NEXT WEEK TO FIND OUT MORE • MEMBERS HELP PLAN…

  25. MEET YOUR SPONSORS SENIOR CLASS: MS. MARRONE ROOM 1308 JUNIOR CLASS: DR. STANLEY ROOM 1223 SOPHOMORE CLASS: MS. LONG ROOM 1100 FRESHMAN CLASS: MR. HOLSOMBACK ROOM 1306

  26. Meet Your Officers • Senior Class • President-Ruth Nya • Vice President-Grace Nya • Secretary-Abby Tucker • Communications-Ryley Cole • Junior Class • President-Meadow Villar • Vice President-Kelsey Potter • Secretary-Annemarie Aris • Sophomore Class • President Avery Woodard • Vice President MahammJanjooa • Secretary Brandon Letzelter • Freshmen Class • ??????? IT COULD BE YOU!!

  27. Are You Interested in Being Our Next Wolfpack Mascot??? • See Coach Hunter in Room 1305 for forms and information. • Tryouts will be August 28 • All paperwork is due no later than August 26!

  28. Important Dates

  29. Senior Interviews Senior Interviews will take place August 12th – 30th. This is a mandatory meeting for all Seniors and must be scheduled during this time. Please use the QR code here or use the link on the Counseling website to sign up for an appointment ASAP.

  30. Senior Student and Parent NightSept 16th6:00PM • A Representative from the Georgia Student Finance Commission will be here to talk to families about ways to pay for college. • Don’t miss this informative meeting that can impact your plans for next year! • Also….. NPHS will be hosting a College Panel and Fair that night. Come talk to colleges and hear about what their schools have to offer. If you are not sure about where you are going next year, this is a great opportunity for you!

  31. Colleges Attending on September 16th

  32. Join Student Government Association (SGA)! What do you do in SGA? • Help plan the homecoming dance, dress up days, and pep rally. • Decorate the hallways during homecoming week. • Junior and senior members help plan prom. • Participate in several community service projects • Participate at Holiday in the Den • Earn a cord to wear at graduation How do I join? • Join by paying your $20 dues through Revtrak by Sept. 13! Club Sponsors: 9th: Mr. Holsomback (1306) 10th: Mrs. Long (1100) 11th: Dr. Stanley (1223). 12th Ms. Marrone (1308) Next Meeting: Monday, August 26 in room 1308 to discuss homecoming!

  33. Have a Great Day!

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