Test Prep Courses and Information

PSAT Test Prep Course

This course is for sophomores and juniors who will be taking the PSAT in October. The PSAT/NMSQT helps to prepare students for the SAT and scores are used to determine eligibility for the National Merit Scholarship Program. The Conroe ISD PSAT Test Prep Course develops student skills for the upcoming PSAT in October. The course includes 18 classroom hours with a full-length PSAT practice test and specialized instruction, PSAT study materials and access to on-line additional resources. This course is designed to be taken immediately prior to the actual administration of the PSAT test.

Test Prep Course Schedule 2019-20pdf

• Course cost is only $150.
• The PSAT is administered on campus to all CISD sophomores and juniors.
• All prep course registrations will close once classes have reached full capacity, and/or one week before the start date.
• Registered students and parents will be notified by email with specific information and/or updates concerning their specific class(es).
• Full payment must be received before students can attend the class.

Course Registration

Questions?

Have questions about the College Board PSAT/NMSQT and why it is important for your student?About PSAT/NMSQT

For additional questions, contact College Readiness

SAT Test Prep Course

Test Prep Course Schedule 2019-20pdf

This course is for juniors and seniors who will be taking the SAT; courses are designed to correspond with a scheduled SAT date. The SAT is an entrance exam widely used as part of college admissions. This course includes 20 classroom hours with a full-length SAT practice test and specialized instruction, SAT study materials and access to on-line additional resources.

• Course cost is only $200.
• Registration for the course DOES NOT include registration for the SAT test. Be sure to register for the SAT early; spaces do fill up.
• Courses are designed for students who are planning to take the SAT immediately after completing the class; visit the SAT website to determine the best test date for you.
• All prep course registrations will close once classes have reached full capacity, and/or one week before the start date.
• Registered students and parents will be notified by email with specific information and/or updates concerning their specific class(es).
• Full payment must be received before students can attend the class.

Course Registration

Registration for the test prep course DOES NOT include registration for the SAT test.

Have questions about the SAT and why it is important for your student? SAT Information & Registration

For additional questions, contact College Readiness

ACT Test Prep Course

Bootcamp Information

The ACT is an entrance exam widely used as part of college admissions. CISD offers a fall and a spring ACT Bootcamp. This intense four hour session provides strategies and practice on all sections of the ACT.

Course Registration

Registration for the Bootcamp DOES NOT include registration for the ACT test.

Have questions about the ACT and why it is important for your student? ACT Information & Registration

For additional questions, please contact College Readiness

Merit Achievement Program (MAP): PSAT/SAT Strategies with CISD

Registration for the test prep course DOES NOT include registration for the SAT test

• This class is offered by invitation only based on student PSAT scores from sophomore year. MAP is designed to help academically advanced students prepare for the PSAT/NMSQT & the SAT.
• Courses are designed for juniors who will be taking the PSAT immediately after completing the class, generally in October on their HS campuses. Spring SAT sessions correspond to the March test date. (Registration for the SAT test is NOT included.)
• Registration opens in May; deadlines vary for individual classes.
• Students are not required to participate in PSAT Prep courses to participate in the National Merit Scholarship Competition.

2019-20 Map Schedulepdf

• All prep course registrations will close once classes have reached full capacity, and/or one week before the start date.
• Registered students and parents will be notified by email with specific information and/or updates concerning their specific class(es); dates and locations are subject to change.
• Students must select both Fall PSAT and Spring SAT sessions at the time of registration.
• Full payment must be received before students can attend the class.

Course Registration

Registration for the test prep course DOES NOT include registration for the actual SAT test.

Have questions about National Merit and what it means for your student? National Merit Scholarship Info

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs

• What is included? Tuition of $250 covers up to 32 classroom hours (PSAT practice test, PSAT/NMSQT sessions, and SAT classes), PSAT & SAT materials and access to on-line additional resources.
• Can I get Financial Aid? Financial Aid may be available for students who qualify under the free/reduced lunch program. Contact the College Readiness office for more information.
• Can my freshman/sophomore/senior take the class? Classes are designed for invited juniors who will take the PSAT in October of their junior year. Other students may be interested in our PSAT, SAT/ACT, or TSI boot camps, OR in prep courses specifically for the SAT or ACT.
• When does registration close? Registration closes 1 week before first class, OR when seats are full to maintain a low student to instructor ratio.
• What if I need a refund? Refunds must be made at least 24 hours prior to the start of class. The refund amount will be the class cost minus a 4.25% processing fee. Refunds will not be made once the class has met. If you have any problems, please contact College Readiness at 936-709-7921.