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Stefanie Toye

Stefanie Toye is the Dean of Tutoring at Collegewise. Stefanie truly understands the importance of helping students become more independent in their personal academic journeys. Prior to joining Collegewise, she worked at Rutgers University, where she earned a Master’s degree in Literacy Education.

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AP Test Study Tips
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By Stefanie Toye
February 28, 2022 | 11 minute read

What are the best AP Test prep study tips for 2022? Many high school students have just completed mid-terms or mid-years—awesome job! You can reward yourself for making it through those....

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Tips to Stay Calm and Be Prepared on Test Day
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By Stefanie Toye
February 14, 2022 | 11 minute read

When you take a standardized test, mental attitude, stamina, and coolness under pressure are important qualities if you want to perform well. In fact, studies have shown that if you panic...

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The SAT Is Going Digital. Here's What That Means For You.
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By Stefanie Toye
January 31, 2022 | 8 minute read

Last week, the College Board made a big announcement: the SAT is going digital. Except this wasn’t such a big announcement—they teased for years that they’d move the traditional paper and...

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Improve Your SAT Score with These Actionable Steps
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By Stefanie Toye
November 1, 2021 | 7 minute read

If you’re reading this, you’re looking for ways to improve your SAT score. Nice! There are several steps you can take to raise your score. And, yes, you can go up 50, 100, 150, or perhaps...

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National Merit Scholarship Qualifications
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By Stefanie Toye
October 11, 2021 | 8 minute read

What is the PSAT and what does it look like? How is it related to National Merit? The PSAT is an abbreviated form of the SAT test and has the same 4 required sections as the SAT (although...

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How Many Times Can I Take the SAT?
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By Stefanie Toye
August 30, 2021 | 5 minute read

“Can I take the SAT every time it’s administered nationally this year?” Rarely am I asked that question, but when I am, I say, “Sure, you could, but why would you want to?” Let’s get into...

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