by Micheal E. McKinnon, M.Ed., CCPS; College Planners of America, Ltd | Jul 24, 2023 | Exams
Experts in higher education have long criticized the Advanced Placement (AP) program, but few have been as scathing as John Tierney, a professor at Boston College. In an article in Atlantic Magazine, he said, “Fraudulent schemes come in all shapes and sizes. To work,...
by Micheal E. McKinnon, M.Ed., CCPS; College Planners of America, Ltd | Dec 20, 2022 | Exams
The PSAT and SAT will soon be taken exclusively by computer. This is a welcome change because it affirms the continuing relevance and usefulness of standardized tests in a digital, post-pandemic, test optional era. There is likely to be a significant increase in...
by Micheal E. McKinnon, M.Ed., CCPS; College Planners of America, Ltd | Jul 17, 2022 | Exams
The College Level Examination Program (CLEP) is the most widely accepted college credit-by-examination program in the United States. While Advanced Placement (AP) courses are usually taken by above-average students, CLEP exams benefit average and non-traditional,...
by Micheal E. McKinnon, M.Ed., CCPS; College Planners of America, Ltd | Jul 5, 2022 | Exams
There are two signs of the success of a student’s college admissions campaign: being accepted by targeted colleges and being able to afford them. The achievement of high grades on Advanced Placement (AP) exams fosters both outcomes. A proven way for students to stand...
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