Cantave Educational Consulting, LLC

ACT/SAT Information
Why take the ACT or SAT?
• Most colleges use SAT or ACT scores in determining college-based merit scholarships
• At public colleges, standardized test scores are increasing in importance

Differences between the ACT and SAT:
• ACT has a science section
• Both have an optional essay
• SAT has a math section where you cannot use a calculator
• ACT requires you to work more quickly:
o Reading:
 ACT 35 minutes, 40 Questions
 SAT 65 minutes, 52 Questions
o Writing:
 ACT 45 minutes, 75 Questions
 SAT 35 minutes, 44 Questions
o Math:
 ACT 60 minutes, 60 Questions
 SAT Total - 1 hour and 20 minutes, 58 Questions.

How do students prepare for the ACT/SAT?
• Long Term:
o Take rigorous classes
o Read!

• Short Term:
o Take Practice Tests
o Review results and study as needed
o Take more practice tests
o Tutor/Take Classes
o Key Skills for the SAT Test:
 Math - Linear Equations, Systems of Linear Equations, Ratios and Percentages
 Writing - Subject and Verb, Pronouns, Punctuation
 Reading - Citing Evidence, Words in Context

Why should a student prepare for the ACT or the SAT?
Scholarships Are All About the Numbers.
• Increasing a student’s SAT or ACT scores improves his or her chances of winning a college scholarship.
• While admissions decisions are not solely based on SAT and GPA, scholarships often are. Scholarships are used for enrollment management.

We have partnered with First Choice College, one of the premier test prep providers in New England, to offer access to live online SAT prep classes to help students get ready for the new test. These classes are not recorded videos. Instead, the classes are fully interactive and conducted live, via the web, by graduates of Yale and other top universities. The course consists of:
• 12 2-hour classes, 24 hours of instruction. Classes meet twice a week for 6-weeks
• Individual attention as class sizes are limited to 10 students
• Text Books are shipped to your home
• Access to the First Choice College online test center to grade practice test and provide diagnostic feedback
• Access to First Choice College staff to answer your questions about test plans and testing schedules
• Access to recordings of all classes
• Guaranteed results of 100 points or more in the SAT! If your child's scores don't improve, you can have unlimited retakes of the online classes.

First Choice College has been having outstanding results with students on the new SAT! Find a class that is convenient for you! Visit cantavecareerchoice.com or firstchoicecollege.com for more details to register for the next ACT/SAT Class. Because of our relationship with First Choice College, you can use discount code “CCT-OC-50” to save $50 off the $545 tuition!

Good Luck!

ACT/SAT Information
Why take the ACT or SAT?
• Most colleges use SAT or ACT scores in determining college-based merit scholarships
• At public colleges, standardized test scores are increasing in importance

Differences between the ACT and SAT:
• ACT has a science section
• Both have an optional essay
• SAT has a math section where you cannot use a calculator
• ACT requires you to work more quickly:
o Reading:
 ACT 35 minutes, 40 Questions
 SAT 65 minutes, 52 Questions
o Writing:
 ACT 45 minutes, 75 Questions
 SAT 35 minutes, 44 Questions
o Math:
 ACT 60 minutes, 60 Questions
 SAT Total - 1 hour and 20 minutes, 58 Questions.

How do students prepare for the ACT/SAT?
• Long Term:
o Take rigorous classes
o Read!

• Short Term:
o Take Practice Tests
o Review results and study as needed
o Take more practice tests
o Tutor/Take Classes
o Key Skills for the SAT Test:
 Math - Linear Equations, Systems of Linear Equations, Ratios and Percentages
 Writing - Subject and Verb, Pronouns, Punctuation
 Reading - Citing Evidence, Words in Context

Why should a student prepare for the ACT or the SAT?
Scholarships Are All About the Numbers.
• Increasing a student’s SAT or ACT scores improves his or her chances of winning a college scholarship.
• While admissions decisions are not solely based on SAT and GPA, scholarships often are. Scholarships are used for enrollment management.

We have partnered with First Choice College, one of the premier test prep providers in New England, to offer access to live online SAT prep classes to help students get ready for the new test. These classes are not recorded videos. Instead, the classes are fully interactive and conducted live, via the web, by graduates of Yale and other top universities. The course consists of:
• 12 2-hour classes, 24 hours of instruction. Classes meet twice a week for 6-weeks
• Individual attention as class sizes are limited to 10 students
• Text Books are shipped to your home
• Access to the First Choice College online test center to grade practice test and provide diagnostic feedback
• Access to First Choice College staff to answer your questions about test plans and testing schedules
• Access to recordings of all classes
• Guaranteed results of 100 points or more in the SAT! If your child's scores don't improve, you can have unlimited retakes of the online classes.

First Choice College has been having outstanding results with students on the new SAT! Find a class that is convenient for you! Visit us at cantavecareerchoice.com or visit firstchoicecollege.com for more details to register for the next ACT/SAT Class. Because of our relationship with First Choice College, you can use discount code “CCT-OC-50” to save $50 off the $545 tuition!

Good Luck!

DID YOU KNOW…
• The national high school student-to-counselor ratio is 478:1
• Over 50% of college students change their major at least one during school
• The average college graduation rate is only 59 percent
• The average college student graduates in 6 years, instead of 4
• An additional two years in school can cost up $150,000 in tuition, loans, foregone savings and income

THE PROBLEM
Students today are undecided and lack the information and assistance they need to choose the right colleges, fields of study, and careers. Choosing the wrong school or major can ultimately cost thousands of dollars in tuition costs and lost income when students must change majors or even transfer schools. Therefore, we developed advanced assessment tools to provide insight into the best education and career pathway for our clients. When you sign up for our program, we work with you and your family to ensure a solid foundation for career success.

THE SOLUTION
Cantave Educational Consulting partnered with CollegeChoiceToday, a technology-based educational consulting services company to provide students with a pathway to career and educational successes.
We provide peace of mind to students and families that the right college and career path have been identified based on your interests, unique strengths, thinking style and personality traits. Our mission is to help every student find their best fit in education and career.

HOW WE DO IT
The complicated construct of the higher education system leaves parents and students feeling lost and confused. While some organizations help in one form or another, no other company provides comprehensive support like us. Our program combines science, technology, and a personal touch to arm families with the tools they need to make a smart college choice.
The Science: Our assessment was designed using psychometric tools to understand you from the inside out. We want you to not only understand your unique strengths and personality traits, but to see how they align you to careers that will find rewarding and interesting.

The Technology: Our platform aggregates data from multiple sources to provide you with comprehensive information and resources to prepare you for college and career. We are online, cloud-based, and accessible 24/7. Your unique report never expires, so you can refer to us for help in the future.

The People: Our personal coaches are trained professionals, with advanced degrees and years of experience in counseling. Our student to counselor ratio is 1:1, and we make sure each student is positioned for success – 100% satisfaction guaranteed.

WHAT WE PROVIDE
1. One-on-one virtual coaching sessions form a certified and professional coach
Get individualized guidance you need to talk over your college and career plans. All our coaches have advanced degrees and years of experience in counseling.

2. A 30-minute online strengths, interests and aptitudes assessment designed to identify your “sweet spot” – where your passion, personality and skills intersect
We offer a unique assessment tool that measures and provides insights to your skills and strengths. By answering a series of multiple choice questions, we get a better understanding of where you will find educational and career success.

3. A list of up to 20 viable career options with respect to educational requirements, industry trends and personal interests
Based on your assessment results, we align you with up to 20 careers that meet your interests, skills and abilities. Your report provides information about each job, including educational requirements, appropriate majors and industry information. Based on the career, you may need a two-year, four-year, or advanced degree. Additionally, find careers that are considered “Bright Outlooks”, meaning they are projected to have numerous openings, are new and emerging, or will experience rapid growth in the near future. Your coach will discuss the best options for you and your family.

4. A comparable list of four schools
Based on your personal parameters and coach insights, you will receive a list of four best-fit schools for you. This includes information on tuition, financial aid, graduation rates, sports teams, accreditation and more! Some schools even include virtual tours of their campuses so you can “walk” the grounds of campus right from your computer or mobile device!

5. Information about YOU Interests – what do you find interesting? Are you artistic, investigative? It is important that you find a career that keeps your interest
Personality – how do you tend to act and react in situations? Do you have a high stress tolerance? Are you more of an introvert? It’s important to understand yourself and how your natural tendencies will mesh with future careers. Abilities – what are you capable of doing? The survey asks a series of cognitive questions to make sure you’re aligned to a career that meets your natural talents. Not only does this information give you a better understanding of how you’re wired, it will be very useful when writing personal statements, college applications, resumes, and in interviews.

6. Access to scholarships, education and career databases Connect to databases that provide real-time information. Search and apply for scholarships, find jobs in your area, and get all the information you need on your dream schools. Gain a competitive edge over other students and job seekers.

7. The ability to make an informed decision about the future. The most valuable tool we offer is peace-of-mind. Say goodbye to second guessing your major, school and career choice. Walk confidently knowing that your pathway to success has been professionally and personally developed. . Our program allows you to start the college and career search with the end in mind so you can walk confidently into a bright and successful future.

Visit us at cantavecareerchoice.com

OUR Solutions

We Can Help: We help students find a successful career, college, and field of study that results in a positive ROI on their educational investment.

Proprietary Tools: Our proprietary assessments are based on three sets of criteria: individual learning style, behavioral set, and personal interests.

Successful Results: Assessments are unbiased and combine elements of science, technology, and personal attention that result in career and educational recommendations.

Fully Digital Platform: The platform is delivered through website and mobile app as well as through online and in-field coaches and advisors.

- National average of high school counselors is 1 to 457 students.
- 80% of freshmen Students are undecided on a major or field of study.
- 50% of College Students change their major, some up to 3 times.
- It is now taking 6 years on average to achieve a Bachelors Degree.
- Only 59% of College Students actually graduate with a degree.
- Cost of education on the rise at 4% to 10% annually.
- Student loan debt now exceeds $1.4 trillion nationally.
- Average student loan debt for public schools is in excess of $30,000.