Test Prep
These resources cost money, and student/parent will need to contact provider individually.
Below are several free or inexpensive online test prep options:
- ACT test preparation through ACT ($39.95)
- Free SAT preparation through College Board
- Free SAT test prep through Khan Academy
- Free test prep (ACT, SAT, ASVAB) through the U.S. Army's March 2 Success program
- Free SAT test prep
- Free ACT and SAT test prep: Spark Notes
- Free ACT and SAT test prep
- Free ACT Prep: Chegg
- PSAT Online Prep Course
Testing
(Taken by 10th, 11th, and 12th graders)
This test includes assessments in reading, English, and math that determine course placement for college course placement. The University of New Mexico and Central New Mexico Community College use this assessment for dual enrolled student placement if needed
(Taken by 10th, 11th, and 12th graders)
The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) is a multi-aptitude test battery consisting of 10 individual tests. Students receive scores on each individual test as well as composite scores based on the combination of individual tests. Composite scores are given in the areas of Verbal, Math, and Academic Ability. Students who would like to join the military need to take the ASVAB. It is also a career exploration test so any student can take it even if they are not interested in the military.
(Taken by 10th and 11th graders. 11th grade testing is National Merit Scholars qualifying year)
The Preliminary SAT (PSAT) test is a standardized test that provides practice for the SAT test. It is also a pre-qualifier to enter the National Merit Scholarship Corporation scholarship program, National Achievement Scholarships for Outstanding Black Students, and the National Hispanic Scholar Recognition Program. The PSAT provides feedback on student's strengths and weaknesses for study in college.
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(Taken by 10th, 11th, and 12th graders)
The College Board’s Advanced Placement Program (AP) enables students to pursue college-level studies while still in high school. Based on their performance on rigorous AP examinations, students can earn credit, advanced placement, or both for college. Students are strongly encouraged to take the Advanced Placement exams. Colleges look favorably at transcripts that have AP courses. A Department of Education study reports that participation in AP courses is one of the strongest predictors of college success. AP Courses are open to any student who wishes to enroll.
NOTE: Each AP course requires a minimum of 1-2 hours of homework each night. Plan accordingly.
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(Taken spring semester of 11th grade year and preferably early 12th grade)
The ACT Assessment measures academic achievement in the areas of English, mathematics, reading and science. The ACT is required for entrance to many colleges and universities. It can be used to determine placement and scholarship eligibility.
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(Taken spring semester of 11th grade year and preferably early 12th grade)
The SAT measures verbal and mathematical reasoning skills. The SAT is required for entrance to many colleges and universities. It can be used to determine placement and scholarship eligibility.
