Road to College:  Student Shows Improving Standardized Test Scores Takes Practice, Not Money

by CARMEN CUSIDO

Standardized test scores matter — higher test scores greatly increase a student's chances of getting into better, more competitive schools, resulting in more choices for scholarships and financial aid. While teens may get discouraged from re-taking standardized tests if their initial scores are low, the good news is that practice and the use of free online sample prep and testing can make all the difference.