Episode 11: Clowning Toward Infinity

Ryan Harrison returns to discuss some of the most common SAT/ACT conspiracy theories, myths, and old wives tales out there. First, though, the guys share a few of the school-themed nightmares they’ve experienced while asleep. Ryan’s range from getting in trouble with his parents to getting lost in the hallways, while Ted’s are of a more musical variety. (4:00)   Myth No. 1: The tests are easier or harder depending on which test date you take them. (5:30) Myth No. 2: Test prep is all about learning “the tricks.” (10:10) Myth No. 3: Some colleges prefer scores from one test over the other. (20:30) Myth No. 4: The SAT was designed to identify gifted students. (24:33) Myth No. 5: The ACT is actually a circus put together by a band of clowns. (34:32) Listen in as Ted asks Ryan to determine which myths are true and which are false; the answers may surprise you! They also dive into the origin stories of the tales and whether even the false ones have a kernel of truth deep within.   Have a question or comment for Ted and the show? Email and check out his website!

Om Podcasten

Applying to college is competitive, anxiety-provoking, and potentially the most rewarding part of high school. Since 2000, Tutor Ted has been on the front lines of getting into college through his ACT and SAT prep students, and really, since he applied to Princeton himself. In this podcast, Ted talks with admissions officers, college counselors, test prep tutors, and former clients to hear their perspective on best practices, pitfalls to avoid, and more than anything, staying sane while navigating the college admissions process. Ted promises to stick to his policy of keeping it “non-boring” too, so hopefully we’ll have some fun along the way.