Determine when you are taking the MEAP test, and create a study outline, penciling in a time to study each day. This time can fall at school during a free hour (or with a tutor), at home or at the library. Determine which subject you need the most help with and devote most of your time to that subject. If you need help with all subjects, devote an equal amount of time to each one.
Form a MEAP study group with friends and meet once a week or more. Study in short periods (an hour or so) to prevent burnout. Younger MEAP test takers can study with parents or older siblings.
Ask your teacher or librarian for MEAP study guides. Many schools provide study guides to students, and even devote class time to MEAP preparation. Read the introduction of the study guide for important MEAP information that is current to the year of your test. This outlines changes in the test, including question additions. Review questions in the MEAP study guide, marking the most difficult questions.
Download previous MEAP tests, available at the Michigan.gov website. Using old tests shows students what types of questions will be on the test. Circle the questions that are the most difficult, and take note of concerns that cross your mind during the test. Discuss these results with a tutor or study group.
Take a study break a couple days before the test. Get a good night's sleep before the test and eat breakfast. You will be able to concentrate better if you are not hungry.