ACT, SAT and Test Prep
SAT Day
The in-school, SAT Day will take place on March 13th, 2024. This exam is free for students, and they have already been registered to take the exam.
ACT VS SAT?
Colleges use ACT and SAT scores for admissions and merit-based scholarships. Most colleges do not prefer one test over the other. We recommend doing a practice test of each, chose the one you prefer taking, and put your time and energy into studying for that exam.
SAT SUBJECT EXAMS
Most competitive colleges require two or three SAT Subject exams. Engineering programs usually require a math exam (level I or level II) and a physical science exam (chemistry or physics). Most liberal arts colleges are flexible in which SAT Subject exam they require. Please check the website of any college you are considering.
SAT Subject tests can be taken the same year as an AP exam. Review the chart below for timing.
| AP Subject Exam | Completion of HSMSE Course | Grade(s) |
| Biology: Ecological (E) | AP Biology | 12 |
| Chemistry | AP Chemistry | 10, 12 |
| World History | AP World History | 10 |
| Math Level 1 | Algebra II/Trigonometry | 10 |
| English Literature | AP English Literature | 11 |
| U.S. History | U.S. History | 11 |
| Math Level II | Pre-Calculus | 11 |
| Physics | Physics | 11 |
| German/ German with Listening | German 6 or AP German (if taken in Grade 11) | 12 |
| Spanish/ Spanish with Listening | Advanced Spanish | 11 |
Test Prep
HSMSE has partnered with the following test preparation companies to assist our students to prepare for the SAT.
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Begins January 8, 2024
10 week course
$399
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HSMSE students are provided with a free account for Method Test Prep’s online course to help build math, reading, writing, and SAT/ACT test prep skills.
A referral code is required and can be received from Ms. Ortiz: [email protected]
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Free online test prep
Begin anytime
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