College Admissions Tests
The SAT is a standardized test used by most U.S. colleges and universities for admissions and placement decisions. It can also be used to determine scholarship eligibility. More SAT info.
The PSAT is not only great practice for the SAT, it's also used as the National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test. More PSAT info.
The ACT is used by some states as a state assessment exam. Most colleges will accept either the ACT or the SAT, but it is always best to confirm before applying. More ACT info.
The SAT Subject Tests, formerly known as the SAT II, are subject-specific tests in Math, Chemistry, Spanish, History, and more. Check with the schools you're applying to and find out if they require SAT Subject Test scores, and if so, if they require any particular tests. More SAT Subject Tests info.
Graduate Admissions Tests and Professional Tests
The GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test) is a computer-adaptive test (CAT) required by most business schools, and can be taken at any time of the year. More GMAT info.
The GRE (Graduate Record Examinations) is a computer-adaptive test (CAT) required by most graduate schools, and can be taken throughout the year. More GRE info.
The LSAT (Law School Admission Test) is required for admission to most law schools, and is offered four times each year. More LSAT info.
The MCAT (Medical College Admission Test) is required for admission to most medical schools. More MCAT info.
The USMLE Step 1 is required for international medical students and graduates to practice medicine in the United States. More USMLE info.
Other Admissions Tests