The QISS Blog

• October 10, 2026SAT, ACT, PSAT & AP Testing Timeline by GradeA grade-by-grade testing timeline for SAT, ACT, PSAT, and AP exams – from Grade 8 through Grade 12. Dates, strategy, and what parents in China need to know.QISS Staff Writer Read More » SAT, ACT, PSAT & AP Testing Timeline by Grade

• October 10, 2026SAT vs ACT: Which Test Should Students Take?SAT vs ACT compared side by side – format, scoring, math, and timing. How to choose the right test for US college admissions, with tips for students in China.QISS Staff Writer Read More » SAT vs ACT: Which Test Should Students Take?
• October 10, 2026International High Schools in China: A Parent’s GuideHow to choose an international high school in China: AP, IB and A-Level pathways, accreditation, testing access and university outcomes explained.QISS Staff Writer Read More » International High Schools in China: A Parent’s Guide
• October 8, 2026Common App for International Students: A China GuideHow the Common App works for students applying from China – sections, deadlines, fee waivers, and what international applicants must handle differently.QISS Staff Writer Read More » Common App for International Students: A China Guide
• October 8, 2026Chinese Culture in International Schools: A Parent’s GuideHow international schools in China teach Chinese language and culture, what to look for, and how the Chinese program at QISS is organised.QISS Staff Writer Read More » Chinese Culture in International Schools: A Parent’s Guide
• October 8, 2026American Curriculum Grade by Grade: K–12 ExplainedWhat students learn in each grade of the American curriculum, from kindergarten to Grade 12, with ages, subjects and AP pathways explained.QISS Staff Writer Read More » American Curriculum Grade by Grade: K–12 Explained
• October 7, 2026AP Score Scale: What Each Score Means for CollegeAP scores run from 1 to 5, but a good score depends on your target college and subject. See what each score means and how credit works.QISS Staff Writer Read More » AP Score Scale: What Each Score Means for College
• October 7, 2026Weighted vs Unweighted GPA: What US Colleges Actually ReadWeighted and unweighted GPA measure different things, and most US colleges recalculate both. Here is what admissions officers actually look at, and how to build the strongest transcript.QISS Staff Writer Read More » Weighted vs Unweighted GPA: What US Colleges Actually Read
• October 7, 2026How Many AP Classes Should I Take? Grade-by-GradeAP class load by grade level, college tier, and personal capacity – what counselors at an accredited international school recommend for students in Grades 9-12.QISS Staff Writer Read More » How Many AP Classes Should I Take? Grade-by-Grade
• October 5, 2026Late Arrival and Early Dismissal: A Parent’s GuideLate arrival and early dismissal procedures at international schools, explained step by step. Covers sign-in, sign-out, documentation, and what parents need to know before the school day.QISS Staff Writer Read More » Late Arrival and Early Dismissal: A Parent’s Guide