Grades and scores open the door.
The best film in the world doesn’t help if you’re not eligible to enroll. Here’s the honest plan for the SAT/ACT and English tests U.S. colleges ask for — what to take, when, and how to prepare. Guidance, not a guarantee: always confirm requirements with each school.
Guided partner-led prep is coming — we're vetting a partner we'd stake our reputation on. Join the waitlist and you're first in with founding-family pricing.
SAT / ACT
- Check each target school's policy — many are test-optional, some still require scores.
- Plan a first attempt ~12–18 months before enrollment, leaving room to retake.
- Free prep exists (Khan Academy for SAT). Budget 6–8 focused weeks.
English proficiency
- International students usually need TOEFL, IELTS, or the Duolingo English Test.
- Duolingo is cheaper, online, and fast — widely accepted; confirm with each school.
- Minimum scores vary by program; aim a few points above the stated minimum.
Build the timeline
- Map test dates to application deadlines — register early, seats fill up.
- Keep transcripts and certified translations ready alongside scores.
- Re-test once if you're close; small gains can open more programs.
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Tell us who your athlete is and which tests they're targeting. When we launch the guided partner-led program, you're the first email — plus founding-family pricing. Free DIY guidance above is yours to use now.
AthleteScout offers guidance today — we don’t yet sell test prep and we don’t administer tests. We never guarantee scores, admission, or eligibility outcomes.