SAT & ACT Preparation
The University of South Carolina understands the vital role that college entrance exams such as the SAT and ACT play in college admissions. Acceptance into a student’s school of choice can hinge on his or her performance on these high stakes standardized tests. Properly prepared students are more likely to perform to their highest potential, and University Test Prep is here to help South Carolina’s students meet their potential through our SAT/ACT Institutes. College Board, the test makers for the SAT Test recommends that students to take the SAT once during their junior year of high school and another time during the fall semester of their senior year. Remember to check the application deadlines to ensure that you provide yourself enough time to take the SAT or ACT before you submit your application to the colleges.
With programs in Columbia, Aiken, Hilton Head, and Sumter, we offer comprehensive SAT test prep and ACT test prep options for Carolina's high school students. Whether you are preparing for the SAT or the ACT, University Test Prep's SAT/ACT Summer Institute offers comprehensive preparation for both tests. Since 2008, University Test Prep has been offering the SAT/ACT Institute which is an intensive test prep program that extends beyond the time spent on the University of South Carolina's campuses. Our blended learning Test Prep program offers intensive classroom training followed by periodic online review sessions. The courses are designed for students in the 9th-12th grades.
University Test Prep offers the SAT Blitz at USC Columbia which is same great material and same outstanding instructors as our summer SAT courses - in a slightly condensed format. The SAT Blitz provides Columbia area high school students with an opportunity to prepare for the SAT exam in the weeks leading up to the test. The course meets on Sundays and this once per week format allows participants to practice their new skills during the week, leading to greater opportunities for learning and interaction with our expert instructors.
Additional Links to Help with Preparing for College
SAT Test: This test will be offered in March, May and June. For more information about the test and to register, visit their website
ACT Test: This test is offered through out the year. To register for the test or for more information, visit their website
University of South Carolina Undergraduate Admissions Office: To apply to USC, admisson process, deadlines, and to contact an admissions counselor.
University of South Carolina Visitor's Center: Schedule a campus tour!
University of South Carolina Financial Aid & Awards: To learn about financial aid or an award and to apply.
Don't see a program near you?
University Test Prep also offers customized SAT and ACT Test Prep programs for schools, nonprofit organizations, and community groups. If you don't see a program near you, or would like details about our custom programs, please call our professional staff at (803) 777-9444 or email us at testprep@mailbox.sc.edu.
SAT Blitz Exam Prep Course at USC Columbia Campus
University Test Prep offers the SAT Blitz Exam Prep Course at USC Columbia which is same great material and same outstanding instructors as our summer SAT courses - in a slightly condensed format.
The SAT Blitz provides Columbia area high school students with an opportunity to prepare for the SAT exam in the weeks leading up to the test. The course meets on Sundays and this once per week format allows participants to practice their new skills during the week, leading to greater opportunities for learning and interaction with our expert instructors.
Are you looking to take the SAT Exam soon? Join our SAT Blitz this October!
Next SAT Prep Course starts Sunday, October 6!
| 10/06/13 - 10/27/13 | Sundays | 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm | $399.00 |
SAT/ACT Summer Prep Course at USC Columbia Campus
For the 7th summer, University of South Carolina renowned University Test Prep program will offer an intensive and exciting SAT/ACT test prep program at USC Columbia Campus in Columbia, SC. Students will have the opportunity to sharpen their test skills in a college atmosphere.
Due to high demand, SAT/ACT Summer Institute at USC Columbia Campus will be offered three times this summer during the dates of June 24-27, July 22-25, and July 29-Aug. 1.
Each course meets Monday through Thursday from 9:00 am-3:00 pm on the beautiful Columbia Campus in Columbia, SC. Registration is now open for this class and it is designed for students in the rising 9th-12th grades only.
| 06/24/13 - 06/27/13 | Monday-Thursday | 9:00 am - 3:00 pm | $499.00 |
| 07/22/13 - 07/25/13 | Monday-Thursday | 9:00 am - 3:00 pm | $499.00 |
| 07/29/13 - 08/01/13 | Monday-Thursday | 9:00 am - 3:00 pm | $499.00 |
SAT/ACT Summer Prep Course at USC Sumter Campus
For the 5th summer, University of South Carolina renowned University Test Prep program and USC Sumter have teamed up to offer an intensive and exciting SAT/ACT test prep program at the USC Sumter Campus in Sumter. Students will have the opportunity to sharpen their test skills in a college atmosphere.
The SAT/ACT Summer Institute at USC Sumter will be offered this summer, July 22-25, 2013. The course meets Monday through Thursday from 9:00 am-3:00 pm on the beautiful Sumter Campus in Sumter, SC.
Registration is open for this class and it is designed for students in the rising 9th-12th grades only.
| 07/22/13 - 07/25/13 | Monday-Thursday | 9:00 am - 3:00 pm | $499.00 |
SAT/ACT Summer Prep Course at USC Aiken Campus
For the 3rd summer, University of South Carolina renowned University Test Prep program and USC Aiken have teamed up to offer an intensive and exciting SAT/ACT test prep program at the USC Aiken Campus in Aiken, SC. Students will have the opportunity to sharpen their test skills in a college atmosphere.
The SAT/ACT Summer Institute at USC Aiken will be offered this summer July 29-August 1. The course meets Monday through Thursday from 9:00 am-3:00 pm on the Aiken Campus in Aiken, SC. Registration is now open for this class and it is designed for students in the rising 9th-12th grades only.
| 07/29/13 - 08/01/13 | Monday-Thursday | 9:00 am - 3:00 pm | $499.00 |
SAT/ACT Summer Prep Course at USC Beaufort/Hilton Head's Gateway Campus
For the 5th summer, University of South Carolina renowned University Test Prep program and USC Beaufort's Hilton Head Gateway Campus have teamed up to offer an intensive and exciting SAT/ACT test prep program at USC Beaufort/Hilton Head Gateway Campus in Bluffton, SC. Students will have the opportunity to sharpen their test skills in a college atmosphere.
The SAT/ACT Summer Institute at USC Beaufort's Hilton Head Gateway Campus will be this summer during the dates of August 5-8. The course meets Monday through Thursday from 9:00 am-3:00 pm on the beautiful Hilton Head Gateway Campus in Bluffton, SC. Registration is now open for this class and it is designed for students in the rising 9th-12th grades only.
| 08/05/13 - 08/08/13 | Monday-Thursday | 9:00 am - 3:00 pm | $499.00 |
SAT/ACT Summer Prep Course at USC Lancaster Campus
For the first summer, University of South Carolina renowned University Test Prep program and USC Lancaster have teamed up to offer an intensive and exciting SAT/ACT test prep program at the USC Lancaster Campus in Lancaster, SC. Students will have the opportunity to sharpen their test skills in a college atmosphere.
The SAT/ACT Summer Institute at USC Lancaster will be offered this summer, August 5-8. The course meets Monday through Thursday from 9:00 am-3:00 pm on the beautiful Lancaster Campus in Lancaster, SC. Registration is now open for this class and it is designed for students in the rising 9th-12th grades only.
| 08/05/13 - 08/08/13 | Monday-Thursday | 9:00 am - 3:00 pm | $499.00 |