MAT Miller Analogies Test

REA's tests contain every type of question you can expect to see on the actual exam, and following each practice test are detailed explanations of every analogy to help you better understand the test material. In addition to the printed tests in this book, Practice Tests 1 through 4 are also included on CD-ROM as part of our special interactive MAT ­TESTwarereg;. We strongly recommend that you begin your preparation with the TESTwarereg; practice exams. The software provides the added benefits of instantaneous, accurate scoring and enforced time conditions. ABOUT THE TEST Who takes the test and what is it used for? The Miller Analogies Test is a graduate admissions and scholarship exam required by over 2,300 schools in both the United States and Canada. In addition, some corporations use the test to place their executives. Who administers the test? Harcourt Assessment, Inc., of San Antonio, Texas, administers the Miller Analogies Test. Harcourt Assessment is the oldest commercial test publisher in the nation, publishing and administering tests for a variety of academic- and business-oriented applications. When should the MAT be taken? The MAT is usually taken shortly after a candidate graduates from college. You may be applying to a number of graduate schools that require the MAT, or a prospective employer may ask that you take the test. You should determine whether or not the exam will be required of you so that you have enough time to prepare. You may also wish to allow yourself time to take the MAT again, in case you are not pleased with your initial score. Give yourself enough time to carefully study our review material, and familiarize yourself with the format of the exam. This will spare you the anxiety of having to learn about the MAT during the actual exam. When and where is the test given? The MAT is administered through a network of Controlled Testing Centers licensed by Harcourt Assessment, Inc. These testing centers comply with Harcourt's rigorous standards for test administration; however, they are free to set their own fees and schedules. To apply for the test, you must apply directly to the testing center. For more information regarding Controlled Testing Centers, their fees, and schedules, you may contact: Harcourt Assessment, Inc. Miller Analogies Test Customer Relations 19500 Bulverde Road San Antonio, Texas 78259 Phone: (800) 622-3231 Website: www.milleranalogies.com Is there a registration fee? Yes, you must pay a fee to take the MAT. As stated above, fees are set by individual testing centers. A complete list of Controlled Testing Centers is available in the Miller Analogies Test registration bulletin, which is available from Harcourt Assessment. Accommodations for Students with Disabilities Students needing extra time, large-print or audio editions, or other special accommodations for taking the MAT will be given a non-standard administration of the test and must notify their chosen Controlled Testing Center several weeks before their test date. Submission of an Accommodations Request Form is required. See the Miller Analogies website or call Harcourt Assessment for further information. HOW TO USE THIS BOOK What should I study first? Your first step to a high score on the MAT is a comprehensive understanding of the analogy format and the challenges it presents. For this reason, a careful reading of our main analogies review is essential. When you have completed this section, take the first praREA's test experts show you how to score high and get into grad school by suceeding on the Miller Analogy Test (MAT). This new and exciting TESTware edition of REA’s MAT test prep comes with four of the book's full-length practice tests on CD-ROM with timed exams and instant scoring. Inside the book are comprehensive, in-depth subject reviews of all areas tested on the MAT: Art, Music, Vocabulary, History, Science, Mythology... and more. Each detailed review features analogy questions and test-specific strategies designed to raise your score. The book contains eight full-length practice tests, each derived from the most recently administered MAT exams. All practice test answers are fully explained. TESTware software on CD-ROM features: - 4 full-length timed practice exams for the closest experience to taking a live exam - Automatic & instant scoring for immediate feedback - Detailed, on-screen explanations for all questions DETAILS - Features critical analogy review and analytical test strategies - 4 of the book's full-length, timed exams with instant scoring on CD-ROM - 8 full-length exams with in-depth, detailed answers for smarter study - Comprehensive subject reviews in Art, Vocabulary, History, Geography, Science, Mythology, and more - Packed with test-taking tips, guessing strategies, and time management techniques