<p>I only have about 3 months...and I have a very hectic schedule, so what would be the best way to utilize my time? Specifically, how would I improve in each section?
I'm very bad at studying, I've done AP exams before but I believe this is very different.
Any advice would be helpful!</p>
<p>You should read through Silverturtles Guide and then work through the College Board Official Guide for the SAT (referred to as the Blue Book in this forum). Leave the first 3 tests to do as timed tests after you have completed the other 7 tests. They are the actual SATs. You can take the other tests apart and do them in sections for practice. You have to put in the time practicing to get a high score.</p>
<p>3 Months is the perfect amount of time for SAT Preparation.</p>
<p>As an SAT Math tutor for the past 10 years I can only speak for SAT Math Preparation.</p>
<p>There are 3 key components to improve your score in SAT Math.</p>
<p>(1) Learning test taking strategies that are specific to the SAT.
(2) Practicing SAT Math problems 10 to 20 minutes a day for approximately 3 months.
(3) Taking about 4 practice tests before test day.</p>
<p>For test taking strategies pick up a Math Strategy book. I don’t believe I’m allowed to promote my own book on this website, but I’d be happy to send some free chapters if you pm me (this goes for anyone on this website). Learning just a few simple strategies can boost your math score 50 to 100 points.</p>
<p>For practice tests use “The Official SAT Study Guide.” Make sure to use the second edition, since only this edition has 3 actual SATs. Note that taking practice tests is not the most effective way to improve your score. It is necessary to take at least 4 so that you can practice implementing your test taking strategies under timed conditions. But remember, the best way to improve is to practice SAT Math problems 10 to 20 minutes at a time.</p>