Research Opportunities
Ralph Becker
The Importance of High School Research

Many applicants to the most selective university programs share high grades, high test scores, solid recommendations and generous doses of community service and volunteer activities. Yet, if they want to set themselves apart from the pool of exceptional students, a significant research experience in STEM or the social sciences helps.

The Importance of High School Research

Readistep Test

The College Board's 'ReadiStep' Test for 8th Graders

The College Board's 'ReadiStep' Test for 8th Graders

Two weeks ago, the College Board unveiled a new "low stakes" (a phrase used in testing circles that means the results don't affect student placement or admissions) test called "ReadiStep." ReadiStep (details can be found at www.readistep.com) will be designed to give "early feedback to help 8th grade students identify the skills they need to be college ready. The test, according to the College Board, will align with "the English Language Arts and Mathematics College Board Standards for College Success" and will have "three multiple-choice sections-reading, writing and mathematics." The two-hour long test will debut in fall 2009. (ReadiStep Quick Reference from the College Board)