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Standardized Test Prep – 
Prep tools for SAT, ACT, and more

 

SAT/ACT Practice Tools


Standardized tests like the SAT, ACT, and AP exams continue to play an important role in college admissions, scholarship opportunities, and course placement.

 

Some students aim for competitive scores to boost their applications, while others simply want to build confidence and improve their academic skills over time.

 

No matter where you're starting from, this curated list of test prep resources can support your journey. From official practice platforms and diagnostic tools to expert guides and free online courses, these tools are designed to help high school students prepare smarter, reduce test anxiety, and increase their chances of earning college credit or merit aid. Many of these options are completely free, making them accessible for every student determined to succeed.
 

College Board Official SAT Practice

Free practice tests, sample questions, and official prep materials.

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Khan Academy

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Free, personalized SAT prep and digital test linked to your PSAT/SAT scores.

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ACT.org

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Free ACT practice with personalized study plans.​
 

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Kaplan, Princeton Review, PrepScholar

Paid prep options with courses, books, and free practice tests. Kaplan linked as example.

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Advanced Placement (AP) Exam Prep

College Board
AP Students

Official registration, practice questions, review guides, and exam schedules.

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Princeton Review
AP Guides

Premium series offers help for twenty of the most popular AP subjects, with content review, strategies, practice exams.

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Barron's
AP Guides

Premium series offers help for twenty of the most popular AP subjects, with content review, strategies, practice exams.

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Kaplan
AP Guides

Free AP Exam study guides, practice questions, video lessons and more.
 

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PSAT/National Merit Scholarship Info

College Board PSAT/NMSQT

​Official practice and scoring details; the PSAT/NMSQT qualifies students for the National Merit Scholarship.

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PSAT/NMSQT
Student Guide

Test information, preparation resources, and entry requirements for the National Merit Scholarship Program.

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Mobile Apps & Tools for Test Prep

Magoosh ACT and SAT Flashcards

They cover the essential English, math, and science knowledge students need to know.

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Math Brain Booster

A free app focused on sharpening mental math and arithmetic speed—perfect for building quick-thinking skills relevant to standardized tests.​

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Brilliant.org

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Math and logic practice that supports ACT/SAT-style thinking.

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Varsity Tutors ACT Prep

Practice tests and single-section diagnostic tests to questions of the day and flashcards with practice questions and explanations.

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UWorld

SAT and ACT practice questions with detailed explanations, performance tracking, and a user-friendly mobile interface.

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Photomath

A math-learning app that uses your phone’s camera to scan equations and delivers step-by-step solutions—ideal for SAT/ACT Math practice.

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Vocab Genius​

Applies the best of cognitive science to help you improve vocabulary.

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Test-Optional Database

FairTest.org

​Comprehensive database of U.S. colleges and universities with test-optional or test-blind admissions policies.

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