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State of Test-Optional College Admissions in Texas for 2026-2027

For Fall 2027, Rice University is test-optional, but recommends sending test scores. In 2020, the majority of US higher education institutions adopted a test-optional policy for their admission process - meaning applicants were not required to submit ACT or SAT [...]

By Jane Isik|August 12th, 2026|

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Analysis of General Academic’s Data Driven Approach to Tutor Quality

General Academic has completed an unprecedented AI-driven audit of its educational team, utilizing a proprietary artificial intelligence tool known as "Tutor Buddy" to transcribe, score, and analyze nearly 1,000 tutoring [...]

By Stephen Hayes|April 13th, 2026|

Conquering Test Anxiety: A Research-Backed Guide for Parents and Students

For more than 23 years, General Academic has guided tens of thousands of Houston families through high-stakes exams like the ISEE, SAT, and ACT. We have consistently observed that test [...]

By Stephen Hayes|April 6th, 2026|

Why Take AP or IB Courses? Houston AP & IB Programs and 2026 Test Dates

High school students interested in learning college-level material, boosting their GPAs, and even earning college credit well before getting their acceptance letters should consider taking Advanced Placement (AP) courses [...]

By Sara Fetahagic|April 1st, 2026|

Executive Function Self-Assessment for Students

Many parents find themselves in a familiar situation: they have a smart, curious child, whose grades are not reflective of their intelligence or academic ability. Often, this disconnect can be [...]

By Hannah Kelly|March 27th, 2026|