Barron's Ssat/Isee
This updated manual prepares students to pass either the Secondary School Admissions Test (SSAT) or the Independent School Entrance Exam (ISEE), nationally administered tests used as admission requirements by many private secondary schools. Students can improve their test-taking skills by taking the book's two practice SSAT exams or its two practice ISEE exams. All test questions are answered and explained. The book also includes extensive practice and review exercises in: Verbal skillsReading comprehensionAnalogies Essay writingMathematicsReview material is set up in a way that will help students recognize and pinpoint areas where they need more intensive study.
Barron's AP Environmental Science
Always study with the most up-to-date prep! Look for AP Environmental Science, ISBN 9781438012339, on sale February 04, 2020. Publisher's Note: Products purchased from third-party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitles included with the product.
Questions and Admissions
Written in a lively and accessible manner by a former Dean of Undergraduate Admissions at Stanford University, this book will enlighten prospective college applicants and their parents, teachers, and guidance counselors about many of the practical, fundamental, philosophical, and ethical issues involved in the selection of any college freshman class.
The Princeton Review Cracking the AP Calculus BC Exam 2018
The Princeton Review Cracking the AP U.S. History Exam 2018
The Act Advantage 2017
Taking the ACT Assessment Test can be a big step in any student's life. So why cut corners or waste money and time on material that does anything but prepare you for the real thing? At XAMonline, we believe in providing students with the most accurate, up-to-date preparation material--that is why The ACT Advantage is not to be mistaken with the 'other' guides. We promise real example questions like those found on the real test. Whether using this guide to prepare for a college admissions requirement or a high school assessment test, you can feel confident that the ACT Advantage provides clear and concise information. Each question is backed by rationales to explain the correct answer and our guarantee that, with a little practice, you will be ready...to beat your best score!
Ap United States Government & Politics
Condensed Overview of 6 Topical Areas Covered by the Exam: 1. Constitutional underpinnings of government including organization, checks and balances, separation of powers, and theoretical perspectives 2. Political beliefs and behaviors of government leaders, individuals, and the media 3. Political parties, interest groups, mass media, and the mechanisms that allow citizens to communicate interests and concerns 4. Powers, organization, and relationships between national government institutions including Congress, the presidency, and the courts 5. Formation, enactment, and implementation of public policy 6. Civil rights and civil liberties including their development and corresponding impact
Ap Spanish
XAMonline AP Spanish full length study guide for Spanish is a great way to launch the AP Spanish course in August. Imagine yourself knowing the format of the test which is much more difficult than the multiple choice tests you may have encountered up to now. However, if you discover this book via word of mouth or simply by surfing the web, you will have more confidence when you have one central place to review the grammar which is more difficult than a routine text. Then review with two practice tests that give you an edge.
Ap Calculus Ab/Bc
Chances are you are interested in these two tests, AP Calculus AB and AP Calculus BC. XAMonline combined them into one book so you can save money and time. This product has four sample tests, two for each exam plus a mini course that gets you last minute test drive for the test. The full study guide is organized with each Big Idea in mind, essential knowledge explained, enduring understandings and learning objective examples. No other study guide gets this granular. This organizational structure Dr. Thomas Mattson, graduate from RPI, gives you 450 pages of practice. You can go directly to any of the four chapters and review in any order you feel best helps you to fill your personal gaps in knowledge.
Ap Biology
Prepare for the AP Biology Exam with the updated study guide from XAMonline! This comprehensive study guide has been formatted to correspond to the four Big Ideas described by the College Board: evolution, energy, information, and systems. Expert knowledge and real world scientific experience allowed the authors to not only include the necessary review of the basic content, but also the intertwined fundamental ideas underlying biology. The full-length practice tests have been designed to focus on complex questions that require critical thinking and problem solving - similar to those on the actual AP Biology exam. Highlights include: - 2 full-length practice tests and answer keys - End-of-chapter practice quizzes and answer keys - Explanations for answers to all multiple choice and free-response questions - End-of-chapter summary and list of keywords for important concepts - Illustrations throughout to give additional support to the learning experience
AP Chemistry
XAMonline AP Chemistry is unique because of the clarity of thought and it is written to the standards created by the College Board. It focuses on the Big Ideas, Essential Knowledge, and Enduring Understanding. Hundreds of sample test questions can be applied to the learning objective level. This study guide has it all, every content chapter is detailed to the standards, multiple sample tests, mini tests, chapter questions, free responses, multiple choice formats, etc. The care in making this the most rigorous test available on the market required the work of multiple Ph.D's . There are over 94 illustrations to give additional support in your learning. This test really exceeds most entry level college courses in Chemistry. Therefore, the state of Florida, Texas, and Illinois will offer college credits for a score of 3.
Ap Macroeconomics/Microeconomics
Chances are you are interested in these two tests, AP Macro/Micro, so XAMonline combined them into one book so you can save money and time. Much, but not all, of the content has overlap on the two tests so we streamlined the information so you do get both tests covered for content and true to format sample tests that allow you to test drive your knowledge of both subjects with multiple tests. The AP Macro/Micro title was written by Michael Taillard, Ph.D in Economics. It matters who instructs you because the better the question, the better your educational experience can be.
Ap Psychology
XAMonline's AP Psychology is focused on the quality of the two sample tests and a full detailed review of essential information of content review. When there is so much to know you need a no-fluff approach that is standards based. The true to format sample tests are unique to the individual test. The quality of information presented often uses tables and charts so you do not have to wade through a wordy guide and can get right to the point with the most efficiency.
Ap United States History
XAMonline has been a leader in test prep for over 22 years publishing study guides for 9 Advanced Placement exams every each year. XAMonline has the experience and knowledge to bring you the right study materials for your exam in a clear and concise way to enable you to be more efficient with your study time. The AP United States History exam is the most popular advanced placement exam with over a half million US students taking the exam each year. This Advanced Placement United States History covers all areas of the exam and includes 2 full sample tests with full explanations. Test questions were created by subject matter experts and former educators, who are familiar with the knowledge needed to successfully pass your AP U.S. History exams. The study guide is broken into 5 sections 1. About the Advanced Placement US History Examination 2. Historical Thinking Skills 3. Time Period Summaries 4. Sample Test One 5. Sample Test Two Focused Content - Study only the content on the test - All areas summarized including 9 periods from 1491 - Present. - Full preparation for short answer and source-based multiple-choice questions - Help navigating long essay questions and document-based questions (DBQs) - Expert Test-taking Strategies and Advice - Mr. James Zucker, AP Reader, has graded AP US History exams for 13 years and counting. He also is a consultant to the College Board for Advanced Placement exams. - Specific advice for optimizing your time during the exam - Understand what the graders are looking for in your essay responses
AP English
Chances are you are interested in these two tests, AP English for Language and AP English for Literature. XAMonline combined them into one book so you can save money and time. Upon examination of the College Board standards for both tests, we find the content to be identical far too often for both tests. Therefore, XAMonline streamlined the information so you do get both tests covered for content and true to format unique sample tests that allow you to test drive your knowledge of both subjects with multiple tests. This test was made by a team of authors who have taken and taught the AP exams.
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College Handbook 2018
This is the only guide available that contains objective information on every accredited college in the United States--2,200 four-year colleges and universities, and 1,700 two-year community colleges and technical schools. With its clearly laid-out entries and more than 40 indexes, the College Handbook 2018 is also the fastest, easiest way for students to narrow a college search and compare the schools that they're interested in.- comprehensive listings of admission requirements, majors, sports, on-campus activities and campus computing- targeted information for home-schooled students and students considering community college as an option- useful features for black and Hispanic students -tables of early decision and wait-list outcomes show information that can't be found in any other guide- planning calendar and worksheets help students organize their applications and stay on track- updated annually by a team of editors who verify information with each college, making the College Handbook 2018 the best college reference guide available
50 Successful Ivy League Application Essays
The powerful tools in this invaluable resource equip students with the skills to write successful entrance essays for top-notch universities. The strengths and weaknesses of 50 application compositions from Ivy League schools, as well as Caltech, Duke, MIT, Stanford, and University of Chicago, are analyzed in detail, highlighting techniques to emulate and mistakes to avoid. College admission officers from some of these schools provide informative strategies and inside information on their writing assessment criteria. A comprehensive writing workshop provides tips toward selecting topics, developing stories, editing drafts, and applying finishing touches. Acknowledging that the written portion of the process is one of the most important factors for admission into highly selective schools, this helpful guidebook offers sage advice and inspiration to keep applicants on the right track.
Master the Psat/Nmsqt
Peterson's Master the PSAT/NMSQT(R) provides expert subject reviews, tips, and strategies specific to each test section Evidence-Based Reading, Writing and Language, and Mathematics (Calculator and No Calculator). The third edition of this test prep book gives students the opportunity to assess their knowledge before test day with a full-length diagnostic test and two practice tests that reflect every aspect of the new exam--all with detailed answer explanations. Students will benefit from: Essential information about how to use practice test scores to help predict actual test results; Knowing what PSAT/NMSQT(R) scores can mean for a student's scholarship opportunities, college recruitment, and AP course recommendations; Exciting information about National Merit Scholarships; an introduction to the SAT(R) Over 600 practice questions to prepare to score well A full-length diagnostic test AND two practice tests that reflect every aspect of the new exam--all with detailed answer explanations. Buy the Peterson's Master the PSAT/NMSQT(R)
Peterson’s Act Prep Guide 2017
Peterson's(R) ACT(R) Prep Guide 2017 offers all of the information students need to prepare well and score high on the ACT, including thorough subject matter reviews and practice questions for each question type. Students will benefit from expert advice, strategies, and test-taking tips for comprehensive preparation. All strategy content and practice tests reflect the latest changes to the ACT. Inside this new guide, students will find: ACT(R) test-taking strategies, plus other important details about the ACT-learn how and when to register for the ACT, how the test is scored, what you need to know on test day, and how to stay calm throughout the processA full-length diagnostic test to evaluate a student's strengths and weaknesses 6 practice tests-4 in print and 2 online-all with detailed answer explanationsThorough review of all test sections: English, Mathematics, Reading, Science, and Writing, featuring expert strategies, numerous practice questions with detailed answer explanations, and sample essays.Helpful study plans, perfect for the student who has a lot of time to prepare, as well as those who've procrastinated-each student can find his or her pathway to success.
Act Prep Guide Plus 2017
Peterson's(R) ACT(R) Prep Guide PLUS 2017 offers all of the information students need to prepare well and score high on the ACT, including thorough subject matter reviews and practice questions for each question type. Students will benefit from expert advice, strategies, and test-taking tips for comprehensive preparation. All strategy content and practice tests reflect the latest changes to the ACT. Inside this new guide, students will find: ACT(R) test-taking strategies, plus other important details about the ACT-learn how and when to register for the ACT, how the test is scored, what you need to know on test day, and how to stay calm throughout the processA full-length diagnostic test to evaluate a student's strengths and weaknesses 6 practice tests-4 in print and 2 online-all with detailed answer explanationsThorough review of all test sections: English, Mathematics, Reading, Science, and Writing, featuring expert strategies, numerous practice questions with detailed answer explanations, and sample essays.A DVD featuring dynamic video content focusing on the most difficult question types and articles to help students navigate the ACT process.Access to bonus online content, including college and scholarship search assistanceHelpful study plans, perfect for the student who has a lot of time to prepare, as well as those who've procrastinated-each student can find his or her pathway to success
Official GRE Super Power Pack
Save money and get total official GRE(R) test preparation with this 3-book bundle from the test maker!This Power Pack includes three Official Guides: - The Official Guide to the GRE, 3rd edition- Official GRE Quantitative Reasoning Questions, Volume 1, Second Edition- Official GRE Verbal Reasoning Questions, Volume 1, Second EditionThis Official GRE(R) Super Power Pack 2017 Edition provides key information and the practice you need to do your best on the GRE General Test. For less than what you would pay for each book separately, the bundle packages The Official Guide to the GRE(R) General Test, 3rd Edition; Official GRE Verbal Reasoning Practice Questions, Volume 1; and Official Quantitative Reasoning Practice Questions, Volume 1. This essential resource features four, complete, real GRE tests, hundreds of authentic GRE practice questions with answers and explanations, descriptions of every question type, with valuable question-answering tips and test-taking strategies to use in your GRE test preparation. Only ETS can show you exactly what to expect on the test. So for in-depth GRE test preparation and intensive practice at a money-saving price, this bundle is your best choice!The Official GRE(R) Super Power Pack offers: - Significant savings over purchasing each book separately- Everything you need to know about the test, direct from the test maker- 4 complete, real GRE tests - 2 in the book and 2 online - 600 real practice exam questions, many with detailed answer explanations- The test maker's own tips for answering each question type- Scored sample Analytical Writing essay responses and reader commentary- Access to GRE POWERPREP(R) Online - eBook content that is fully accessible for individuals with disabilities
American Prep
In today's highly competitive world, parents are turning to prep schools to give their kids the edge to prepare for higher education and the job market with confidence and connections. Filled with secrets, tips and expert advice, American Prep tells parents everything they need to know to ensure their child has the best possible schooling.
Ap U.s. History Crash Course Book + Online
Publisher's Note: For updates to the first printing of the 4th edition of REA's Crash Course(R) for AP(R) United States History, please visit www.rea.com/apush2018updateAP(R) U.S. History Crash Course(R) -A Higher Score in Less Time! 4th Edition - Fully Aligned with the Latest Exam Framework REA's AP(R) U.S. History Crash Course(R) is the top choice for the last-minute studier or any APUSH student who wants a quick refresher on the course. Are you crunched for time? Have you started studying for your Advanced Placement(R) U.S. History exam yet? Do you wish there was a fast and effective way to study for the exam and boost your score? If this sounds like you, don't panic. REA's Crash Course(R) for AP(R) U.S. History is just what you need. Go with America's No. 1 quick-review prep for AP(R) exams to get these outstanding features: Targeted, Focused Review - Study Only What You Need to Know REA's all-new 4th edition addresses all the latest test revisions taking effect through 2018. The book covers the full range of AP(R) history reasoning skills (formerly described by the College Board as historical thinking skills), including "contextualization," "comparison," "causation," and "continuity and change over time," which requires test-takers to be conversant in patterns across American history. Our Crash Course(R) review is based on an in-depth analysis of the revised AP(R) U.S. History course description outline and sample AP(R) test questions. We cover only the information tested on the exam, so you can make the most of your valuable study time.Expert Test-taking Strategies and Advice Written and researched by Larry Krieger, America's best known and most trusted AP(R) U.S. History expert, the book gives you the topics and critical context that will matter most on exam day. Crash Course(R) relies on the author's extensive, strategic analysis of the test's structure and content. The author presents detailed, question-level strategies for answering all APUSH question types. By following his advice, you can boost your score in every section of the test.Are You Ready for Test Day? Take REA's Online Practice Exam After studying the Crash Course(R), go to the online REA Study Center to reinforce what you've learned with a format-true full-length practice test. Our practice exam features timed testing, detailed explanations of answers, and automatic diagnostic scoring that pinpoints what you know and what you don't. We give you balanced coverage of every topic and type of question found on the actual AP(R) U.S. History exam, so you can be sure you're studying smart. Whether you're using the book as a refresher in the final weeks before the exam, looking for a great way to stay on track in your AP(R) class throughout the school year, or want to bolster your prep for the exam with proven score-raising techniques, Crash Course(R) is the quick-review study guide every AP(R) U.S. History student should have.When it's crunch time and your Advanced Placement(R) exam is just around the corner, you need REA's Crash Course(R) for AP(R) U.S. History!
How to Prepare for the Ged Test
First administered in 2014, the new GED exam is a computerized test that covers four main subjects: Reasoning Through Language ArtsMathematical ReasoningSocial StudiesScienceEach of these sections focuses on a wide array of review material using a variety of different question types that are specific to the GED test, including multiple-choice, fill-in-the-blank, short answer, drop down, drag and drop, hot spot, and extended response questions. The Barron's How to Prepare for the GED?(R) Test book outlines the GED test in detail, describes strategies for success on test day, and provides extensive review coverage of all of these major content areas in a logical progression that allows readers to build on their skills as they go along. Each of the four major review sections provides a pretest that allows readers to assess their strengths and weaknesses followed by detailed lessons of every topic they need to know for that section. The review sections also include lists of essential vocabulary terms and formulas pages, where appropriate. All of the major subject reviews close with a review test for added practice. The book concludes with two full-length practice exams that feature the different GED question types and include answer explanations for every question. This book can be purchased alone or with a CD-ROM that contains two additional, full-length practice tests that readers can use to simulate actual testing conditions for the computerized test.
Mcgraw-hill Education's 3 Mcat Practice Tests
MCAT* Prep from the Name You TrustNo matter how much material you review throughout your preparation for the MCAT, you need the experience of taking a full-length model exam prior to test day. This book provides 3 full-length practice tests modeled closely on the real exam. These three tests will give you a clear idea of what to expect on test day.Written by a team of distinguished university faculty, these tests will give you the intensive practice you need to get your best score. You get: - 700+ questions that simulate the real exam in format and degree of difficulty- Reading passages and question sets that mimic those you will see on the actual MCAT- Complete coverage of all MCAT sections: Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems; Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems; Psychological, Social, and Biological Foundations of Behavior; and Critical Analysis and Reasoning Skills- Thorough explanations for every question- Evaluation charts that will show you where to focus your review- Strategies that will help you on test day- A wealth of review content available online
Graduate & Professional Programs 2017
Graduate & Professional Programs: An Overview 2017 contains more than 2,250 university and college profiles with detailed information on the degrees available, enrollment figures, tuition, financial support, housing, faculty, research affiliations, library facilities, and contact information. This graduate guide enables students to explore program listings by field, geographic area, and institution. Two-page in-depth descriptions, written by each featured institution, give complete details on the graduate study available. Up-to-date appendixes list institution changes since the last edition and abbreviations used in the guide. Graduate & Professional Programs: An Overview 2017 provides prospective students with the most current graduate school information available.
Cliffsnotes Ap Biology
Score higher with this new edition of the bestselling AP Biology test-prep book Revised to even better reflect the AP Biology exam, this AP Biology test-prep guide includes updated content tailored to the exam, administered every May.Features of the guide focus on what AP Biology test-takers need to score high on the exam: Reviews of all subject areasIn-depth coverage of the all-important laboratory investigationsTwo full-length model practice AP Biology examsEvery review chapter includes review questions and answers to pinpoint problem areas.
The College Bucket List
Maximize your college experience with this helpful guide to living the best college life possible, from finding amazing courses and creating life-long memories to challenging yourself to bold new experiences. Are you ready to experience the best four years of your life? Take a shot at half of the exciting ideas in The College Bucket List and your first years of freedom will be absolutely legendary. -Go on an epic road trip - Throw an ugly sweater party - Organize a student protest - Buy your professor a drink - Find the best late-night taco truck - Audit a cool class just for fun - Kiss someone you just met - Do a summer internship
Best Colleges 2017
The 2017 edition of the U.S. News Best Colleges guidebook offers comprehensive advice for high school students and their families on researching their college choices, drawing up a smart shortlist, putting together a slam-dunk application and finding the money to pay the bills. Find out what programs to look for that will raise your chances of thriving at college, the many ways to wow the admissions office and how to negotiate the best possible financial aid package. You'll also get our latest exclusive college rankings. Discover the country's best universities, liberal arts colleges, regional colleges and universities, historically black colleges and universities, and undergraduate engineering and business programs. Plus: - A look at accelerated degree programs as a way to cut costs and save time - What if you get an acceptance for spring semester? - Profiles: How 8 recent high school grads navigated the college-application process - A calendar of important tasks for the college-bound student - Take a road trip with U.S. News to 12 colleges and universities in Colorado, Connecticut, Mississippi and Louisiana - 8 things admission deans want you to know, including how to write a winning essay - State-by-state directory profiling nearly 1,600 schools For more than 30 years, U.S. News' "Best" publications have been the definitive consumer guides to higher education in the United States. Teen Vogue said that U.S. News Best Colleges "is widely regarded as the authority on how a school stacks up against its competitors." And as The Washington Post noted, "You can't pass up the granddaddy of college rankings." Note: Advertisements from universities and other reputable organizations enable us to offer this valuable guidebook at an affordable price. Advertisements do not influence current or future rankings.
Graduate Programs in Physical Sciences, Mathematics, Agricultural Sciences, Environment &
Graduate Programs in the Physical Sciences, Mathematics, Agricultural Sciences, the Environment & Natural Resources 2017 contains approximately 3,000 graduate programs in the relevant disciplines-including agriculture and food sciences, astronomy and astrophysics, chemistry, physics, mathematics, environmental sciences and management, natural resources, marine sciences, and more. Informative data profiles for these graduate programs at nearly 600 institutions are included, complete with facts and figures on accreditation, degree requirements, application deadlines and contact information, financial support, faculty, and student body profiles. Two-page in-depth descriptions, written by featured institutions, offer complete details on specific graduate programs, schools, or departments as well as information on faculty research. Comprehensive directories list programs in this volume, as well as others in the graduate series.
The Hidden Ivies, 3rd Edition
Completely revised and updated with a dozen new colleges and universities, the essential guide students need to help them choose and gain admission to the outstanding schools that fit them best.Based on Howard and Matthew Greene's years of counseling experience and research, The Hidden Ivies is an invaluable, in-depth look inside sixty-three renowned academic institutions. These private colleges and universities offer students a broad liberal arts education that will help them build a strong foundation for the rest of their lives. The Greenes help families understand what makes an Ivy League college so desirable, and why these Hidden Ivies (some less well-known than others) offer an educational and personal experience to rival that found on Ivy campuses. In this fully revised and updated edition--featuring new institutions, including Dickinson College, Fordham University, and Southern Methodist University--the premier educational consultants and authors of Making It Into a Top College take you school-by-school, revealing: Why these are unique institutions of exceptional meritWhat criteria to use in evaluating different programsThe admissions requirements for each selective schoolHow to approach the selective college admissions process todayStudent perspectives on their college experiencesThe value of pursuing a liberal arts educationChoosing a college is one of the most important decisions every student--and their parents--will ever make. With costs rising and so many to choose from--and the competition for acceptance more intense than ever before--The Hidden Ivies offers invaluable insights and advice to help every student choose and apply to the right school: the place where they will thrive, academically, socially, and personally.
