Sochima David Chukwudi, a student of Nigerian Tulip International College (NTIC), has broken a record in the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT), scoring 1590 out of the maximum score of 1600 points.

SAT is taken by high school juniors and seniors applying to colleges and universities. This examination can be taken internationally six times during the year.

According to records, the highest score ever recorded by a Nigerian student is 1510/1600 in the quite competitive and challenging test.
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Speaking after the win, Chukwudi, a scholarship student from Annual National Mathematics Competition (ANMC), an annual national mathematics competition organised by NTIC, said: “There are many preparatory options and materials, but I believe that apart from the great support from my teachers, self-study is the best way to go.

“There were two major factors that played out in this outstanding score. Firstly, it was the grace of God that saw me through and secondly, it was intensive reading, determination and hard work. It took me months of reading, studying, preparing and practicing for this exam.

“I also used a lot of websites materials to practice and understand what the SAT is all about. I can also say for sure that I had a lot of sleepless nights. I am grateful to God that the sacrifices paid off.

“The most important thing in passing this exam (SAT) is focus. I believe that anyone writing SAT should have it in mind that this outstanding score does not come so easily because it will require your time, focus, determination, setting of goals, resilience, energy, patience, practice and prayers. Preparing for the exam is tiring and stressful but never give up on yourself and do a lot of reading rather than engaging in irrelevant things,” he said.

Fevzullah Bilgin, managing director of NTIC, said: “It is with immense pride and joy that I announce a monumental achievement within our institution. Sachomi, under our dedicated guidance and nurturing, has achieved an extraordinary SAT score of 1590 out of 1600, marking an outstanding milestone for our school and solidifying its reputation for academic excellence.”

“This remarkable feat not only distinguishes our school within Nigeria but also positions it on the global academic stage. A score of 1590 on the SAT is not only one of the best in the country but is a testament to the quality of education we provide and the exceptional talents we are privileged to cultivate.

“David’s achievement is the result of his unwavering dedication, hard work, and the unshakable determination he has demonstrated throughout his academic journey. It is also a testament to the expertise, guidance, and tireless support of our exceptional educators who have played an integral role in his success. Our teachers are at the heart of our school’s mission, and their contributions are invaluable in shaping bright minds like David.”
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