10 Feb 2012

SAT Exam Preparation

SAT National Testing Dates

March 10, 2012
May 5, 2012
June 2, 2012

SAT Preparation Course - VERBAL (YTHPR 5099)
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Location: Penn State Abington

Spring 2012 - Section 003
Saturdays, April 14, 21 & 28, 2012 (3 sessions)
9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Fee: $140* | register online

• Strengthen vocabulary and grammar skills
• Focus on the ability to develop and support a position in writing the required essay.
• Explore test-taking strategies
• Review practice tests in class

Students should bring a notebook to class the first day. All other textbooks and materials will be provided.

Comments from former students:

“This class was very interactive and was definitely worth it.”
“I really liked the commitment and dedication the teacher had to making sure we understood the concepts that were being taught.”


Kids CollegeSAT Preparation Course - MATH (YTHPR 5100)
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Location: Penn State Abington

Spring 2012 - Section 003
Saturdays, April 14, 21 & 28, 2012 (3 sessions)
12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Fee: $140* | register online

• Review basic concepts in number theory, algebra and geometry
• Understand basic test taking strategies: how to pace yourself, when to guess, how to approach multiple-choice questions and answer open-ended questions
• In class review of practice tests

Students should bring a notebook to class the first day. All other textbooks and materials will be provided.

Comments from former students:

“This course allowed me to view the format of the SAT prior to taking the test.”
“I feel better prepared to take the test.”
“I really learned a lot and enjoyed the interactions between students and instructor.”


*A discounted fee of $260 is offered for students registering for both the math and verbal courses.



Are you getting ready for college?
Want to hone your study skills? Do you need help with college application essay writing or help with preparing an art portfolio?

You may be interested in our College Prep courses.


Contact, Deanna Bosley, 215-881-7339

How to Register

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Phone: Call the Professional Development Office at 215-881-7400 with your registration and a MasterCard or VISA payment.
Fax the registration form with MasterCard or VISA payment to 215-881-7412.

Mail: Return registration form with payment (check made payable to Penn State, MasterCard or VISA) to Penn State Abington, Cloverly Building, 1600 Woodland Road, Abington, PA 19001-3990.

In person: Register in the Cloverly Building, Monday through Friday, 8am - 5pm and in Room 121 Sutherland, Monday through Thursday, 5pm - 9pm.

Registration confirmations will be e-mailed.
On the confirmation please note your Penn State identification number. This number will be necessary for all future registrations, correspondence or inquiries.

Withdrawing from a Course

If you must withdraw from a course, please notify the Professional Development Office in writing at least 48 hours in advance of the start of the course. Your course fee will be refunded minus a $25 processing fee for each course cancellation. After the start of a course, no refund is issued.

Course Cancellations

Courses may be canceled or postponed by the University due to insufficient enrollment or other unforeseen circumstances. If a course is canceled, registrants are contacted, and a full refund issued.

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