<p>Has anyone on this forum self studied for the SAT'S?
What strategies did you use?
Did it work in your favor?
What review books did you use?
I plan on taking my first SAT in the fall probably in November or December</p>
<p>I did and got a 2260. I used the blue book tests and read a couple of online guides, mostly being pwnthesat and also cc search to find blue book answers. However, I will probably consult a professional before retaking so I can work on some of the obscure writing questions.</p>
<p>My advice (I went from 205 on PSAT to 2320 SAT):
Study up on the grammar and sentence rules (especially comma placement, object/subject modifiers, prepositions, and clause order)
Learn vocabulary if that is your issue (it is probably more helpful to learn the root words of languages, and know what dearth means)
The best strategy that anyone could give for self-study is to use the famous Blue Book (SAT Study by the CollegeBoard), a huge blue book that contains study tips and 10 practice tests. Also recommended are Barron’s Vocabulary prep and the Princeton Review (by me). Take as many practice tests as possible. I took around 10, while I know a guy who got 2390 who took 60. Good luck!</p>
<p>How do you even get a hold of 60? If you have the original BB (PT 1 is not in the new one), the new BB, the online course, and the released tests the amount of tests are in the low twenties.</p>
<p>Thanks for the shoutout, Desafinado! Glad to be of help. :)</p>
<p>Here is something I posted in another thread. It seems to be relevant here:</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>