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UPCAT Review Guide
Doctor Harold J. Sala once said that “you can never know everything there is in the world, though there are some things you can’t afford to be ignorant of.” Part of the fun lies in discovering more things as you go along, especially when they involve college entrance exams. In a previous article I wrote about the UPCAT, I included some... »
Managing Pre-UPCAT Anxiety
If you’re gunning for the UPCAT, chances are you’ll feel at least a little bit nervous as the big day approaches. Don’t worry, as anyone who wants to do well is bound to feel the same way. The trick is to manage your nervousness so that it stays at acceptable levels. Jitter management leads to optimal performance; having no anxiety at... »
Maximizing your UPCAT Review Classes
With this year’s UPCAT not too far away, it’s not surprising to see student hopefuls cracking their books. Everyone seems ready to shed blood, sweat and tears for the sake of passing that exam. Unfortunately, merely reviewing hard for the UPCAT isn’t enough—smart reviewing is the key. Tricks of the Trade One effective way to review is to take advantage of the time... »
UPCAT Tips: Preparing for the Test
At this point, one thing should be clear: there's no sure-shot, magic-bullet method to pass the UPCAT. Most test passers, however, will tell you that adding a few simple steps to your test prep should help improve your chances of making the cut. It's time to stop just preparing and start preparing smartly. Smart Memory Work Too many people nowadays think... »
UPCAT Help: Resources for UPCAT Test Takers
Does the prospect of taking the UPCAT make you anxious? If so, that’s understandable. It is, after all, one of the most challenging entrance exams around. Add that to the fact that thousands of students are also vying for a lost in the state university, and you’ve got a bit of competition on your hands. The good news is that you... »
UPCAT English Portion Tips and Strategies
If it’s one thing I’m grateful to my parents for, it’s the fact that they instilled the love of reading in me when I was just a little kid. Little did I know that that would serve me in good stead, especially when I faced entrance exams like the University of the Philippines’ College Admissions Test (UPCAT). Not everyone may be... »
UPCAT Science Portion Tips and Strategies
While not as annoying as mathematics, science also gave me a challenging time during my school days. Some of my teachers helped me grasp the method behind the “madness” (read: the scientific discipline), while other teachers drove me to madness, period. Science comprises a major portion of the University of the Philippines’ College Admissions Test (UPCAT). If you’d like to study... »
UPCAT Math Portion Tips and Strategies
As a student, there was one four-letter I particularly disliked: M-A-T-H. I preferred to work with words and ideas, rather than cold, hard numbers and logic. You can imagine what it must’ve been like for me during entrance exams. Like it or not, you’ll need to deal with mathematics anyway when it comes to the University of the Philippines’ College Admissions... »
Overview of UPCAT Review Centers
There are some students who feel that they need to attend a review center in order to better prepare for the UPCAT. Interestingly, these centers serve as confidence boosters as well as places of study. As with all things in life, there are tradeoffs involved. Let’s take a closer look at what you can expect from these UPCAT review centers. The... »
Choosing your UPCAT Review Center: A Practical Guide
It's UPCAT season again. Let's say that you have a 50/50 chance of passing the UP entrance test. In that case, the choice of an UPCAT review center can make or break your hopes of getting into UP. The scales could tip either way. Choose the correct UP review center not only will you get into the premier University in... »
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