Frequently Asked Questions
Test preparation and the college admissions process is filled with lot of angst for students and parents alike. Here is a list of carefully curated questions that we often find people wondering about. Hope it helps you answer yours. If not, feel free to contact us and we would do our best to answer your specific question(s).
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As part of registering for the SAT/ ACT test, Collegeboard and ACT allow you to be able to send your test scores directly to four colleges at no additional charge. Collegeboard even extends a nine-day grace period after the test day to send scores at no additional fee. Read more on our blog.
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One of the most asked question when preparing for the SAT and ACT is: “Should I take the test with or without writing?” Read more on our blog.
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SAT, ACT test day checklist is created to make sure our students are ready to battle the tests. These are difficult tests, not only for what is on them but also for how long they are. Read more on our blog.
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You have registered for the test but are now considering making changes to your registration, especially adding or removing your essay selection for the test day. What are your options? Read more on our blog.
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When working towards SAT or ACT test, taking full length actual conditions test is one of the most important part of preparation. These practice tests not only provide you with a score but they also highlight your test taking tendencies. Read more on our blog.
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SAT Subject Tests are one-hour long tests, used for college admissions purposes. There are about 24 different subject-specific tests that are offered by College Board. So, how do you decide which ones are needed? Read more on our blog.
Session Change & Cancellation Policy
Below policy is applicable for all our private (1:1) and semi-private (2:1) sessions:
Tutors are not authorized to accept cancellations or schedule changes.
All cancellations and changes must be made through our office, via e-mail admin@axiostutoring.com or phone call (412-833-6060).
To cancel an appointment without charge, please call or contact us by 4PM the day before the scheduled appointment. For sessions on Sunday and Monday, please notify by Saturday 12pm.
Late Cancellations/ No Shows are subject to full price charges.
Holidays
Our offices will be closed on the following days in 2023. For making any changes to the sessions day after the holiday closing, we will need to be notified before the holiday:
April 7 -10 (Easter Weekend) - For sessions from April 7-11th, deadline is April 5th, 4pm
May 29 (Memorial Day) - For sessions on May 29 and 30th, deadline is May 27th, 12pm
July 4 (Independence Day) - For sessions on July 5th, deadline is July 3rd, 4pm
September 4 (Labor Day) - For sessions on September 4-5th, deadline is September 2nd, 12pm
November 23-25 (Thanksgiving) - For sessions from November 26-27th, deadline is November 22nd , 4pm
December 22-25 (Christmas) - For sessions from December 22-26th, deadline is December 21st, 4pm
December 31 - Jan 1 (New Year’s) - For sessions from December 29-Jan 2nd, deadline is December 28th, 4pm