Brains and Brawn Blog

Taking an exam soon? Here are tips on how to find the right balance to prepare for the exam. 

College searches can be very difficult to navigate. There are 5,300 colleges/universities in the country so how many should you pick?! I am here to tell you how many to apply to and what type of colleges to apply to.

You finally made it to test day! On this big day, you should be completely focused on the test in front of you. To avoid last minute stress, take a moment to pack the night before. Here are a few things you’ll need to bring with you:

Taking a test soon? Find out tips for what you should wear on test day!

Studying for a major test can be an intimidating process. We try to procrastinate and put it out of our minds when we should be hitting it right on the head. This is why it is quintessential to create a you-specific study schedule. 

Did you know that the SAT Reading is super predictable? That’s because the tastemakers use the same tricks in every single test. Once you know what those tricks are, the Reading will be a breeze. Read on to see how!

There is no doubt that volunteerism is an important aspect of a college application. It shows that you have interests and passions outside of academics. However, it can be tough to figure out where that passion lies as a young adult. Here are three ways to start volunteering while in high school.

What to Eat Before & During the Test?

A guide to which foods are the best to eat before you take your big test and why. 

WHEN SHOULD I TAKE THE SAT OR ACT?

A ROUTINE THAT WILL SET YOU UP FOR SUCCESS ON TEST DAY.