<p>Hey there</p>
<p>I would like to know how you were able to improve your SAT score, because I seem to fail to improve it significantly, no matter how many practice tests I take...So, there's definitely something wrong with my approach towards this test, or maybe just with me :d</p>
<p>Last month I took a low score (570-CR, 540-Math, 590-Writing) and I plan to retake the exam on January 26th, so I have to make the best of my time, since it's my last chance to take this test.</p>
<p>Could you share with me some tips? I've been reading other threads on similar requests, but I want to know if there are among you students who managed to improve their scores in a short period of time (less than 2 months). Do you think that it is unrealistic to expect to improve my scores with 150+ points by January, if I work daily on the CR and Math section?</p>
<p>Any suggestion is very much welcome</p>
<p>Thank you!</p>
<p>ps: good luck on your SATs</p>
<p>Some tips in no particular order:</p>
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<li><p>Study/memorize vocab words everyday. I memorized about 25-30 everyday. I used flashcards to study, since that’s the best way for me to memorize things. </p></li>
<li><p>Take one practice test every weekend. ONLY use practice tests from Collegeboard. Once you finish the tests from the Blue Book, look into Collegeboard’s online course. For $70 (look in the Blue Book for a discount; it’s $70 without the discount), you can get ten more practice tests.</p></li>
<li><p>Cut out all the questions you miss and put them into a notebook. Frequently review the notebook and make sure you understand all of the questions, why you missed them, and how to get the correct answer. </p></li>
<li><p>Read: How to Write a 12 Essay in Just 10 Days (search for this on college confidential).</p></li>
<li><p>It’s easy to master the writing section, because you just have to memorize a bunch of grammar rules. I used the Barron Writing Workbook and found it very helpful (because it lists all the rules and gives you practice with the rules). </p></li>
<li><p>For math and critical reading, just practice, practice, practice. </p></li>
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<p>Good luck! I’ll be around if you need any more help, but those are just some tips off the top of my head.
And yes, I think you’ll be able to improve your scores 150+ points.</p>