The SAT is a widely used standardized test that many colleges consider during the admissions process. While a strong score can definitely boost your application, it’s important to remember that it’s just one factor admissions officers evaluate. According to the College Board, the average SAT score is around 1050. Any score above that would be considered above average.
In a landscape where access to quality education remains unequal, UPLIFT Academy stands as a beacon of hope. Dedicated to breaking down barriers and empowering students from underserved communities across New Jersey, UPLIFT achieves this through its College Path Mentorship (CPM) program.
UPLIFT Academy is excited to announce its Annual Spring Chess Tournament, scheduled to take place on Sunday, April 21, 2024, at our campus in Rochelle Park. This event is open to high school students from across the region who are eager to showcase their strategic skills and compete for exciting prizes.
The college application process can be stressful for high school students, feeling like a high-stakes exam where they compete to stand out from other qualified applicants. That’s where international experiences e.g., study abroad programs, volunteering, cultural exchanges, can become your secret weapon that will capture the attention of admissions officers.
With the right preparation and resources, one can approach the SAT with confidence and achieve the scores needed to unlock your dream schools. This guide explores the benefits of SAT tutoring, different tutoring options available, and key factors to consider when choosing the right program, particularly for low-income students.
The college admissions landscape is constantly evolving, and the recent trend of several universities, including MIT, Yale, Dartmouth, and Brown, reinstating standardized testing requirements has sparked debate.
As education continually evolves in the digital age, so do standardized testing methods. The shift from traditional paper-and-pencil SAT testing to Digital SAT reflects a commitment to aligning assessment tools with the skills demanded in today's world.
UPLIFT Academy is excited to announce that it has been awarded a $3,500 grant from Novo Nordisk. This generous funding will support the STEAM Academies project, which includes a variety of courses in robotics, coding, and math during the academic year, as well as a summer math camp.
Recognizing many challenges, UPLIFT Academy offers a beacon of hope for low-income students in New Jersey. Through its free College Path Mentorship program, UPLIFT Academy empowers students to break through barriers and achieve their college dreams.
Our signature program College Path Mentorship’s 2022-23 sessions started last weekend in two locations, the Cultural Integration and Arts Association of Newark and the Masjid Fallahee.
