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CIS Jr.

Countdown is now CIS Junior. It has a portfolio that can be transferred to CIS, activities, and other great new features. Check it out!

The Career Information System (CIS) has added premium features that can be leased annually at a considerable cost savings compared to individual purchases. For one low price, all students at a school can take SAT and ACT practice tests, or access other new features.

Quick tour and screen shots:
Academic/Civil Service Test Prep
IDEAS and Dependable Strengths

Resource Center

Quick Links

Getting your teen ready for
college

SAT and ACT Myth Busting

Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

Financial Aid Glossary

SAT Versus ACT

Can You Spot a Scholarship Scam?

How to get kids organized for
middle school

Publications

Six Tips for Getting Letters of Recommendation

ACT 2009-2010 Test Dates
ACT Test Date Registration Deadline Late Registration
(Fee Required)
December 12, 2009 November 6, 2009 November 7-20, 2009
February 6, 2010 January 5, 2010 January 6-15, 2010
April 10, 2010 March 5, 2010 March 6-19, 2010
June 12, 2010 May 7, 2010 May 8-21, 2010
SAT 2009-2010 Test Dates
SAT Test Date Regular Registration Postmark Deadline Late Registration Postmark Deadline
December 5, 2009 October 31, 2009 November 13, 2009
January 23, 2010 December 15, 2009 December 30, 2009
March 13, 2010 February 4, 2010 February 18, 2010
May 1, 2010 March 25, 2010 April 8, 2010
June 5, 2010 April 29, 2010 May 13, 2010
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