Many universities are changing to test-optional policies in Fall 2023. This may lead you to believe that tests like the ACT and SAT are no longer important for college applications.  However, these tests continue to be extremely valuable tools, especially for students applying to competitive programs, schools, and scholarships that receive thousands of applications every year. Even if your top schools don’t require ACT scores, sending in high test scores…

Deciding when to schedule your ACT sometimes feels like a test in itself. How do you know which date to pick? Are some dates better than others? Should you take the test as soon as possible just to get it done?  In this comprehensive guide, we will lay out the official ACT test dates for 2023-24 and provide expert advice to help you figure out which one may be the…

Have you just finished taking your ACT? Or maybe you’re gearing up to take it soon? Either way, you probably want to know what makes a good ACT score and what your score means. In this article, we will provide you with a comprehensive guide to ACT scoring as well as some tips and tricks to help you reach your target score. How Is the ACT Scored? Before you go…

The ACT exam is defined by the founding organization as “a mission-driven, nonprofit organization dedicated to helping people achieve education and workplace success.” With over 60 years of experience and pioneering research in the field of standardized testing, ACT prides itself on being a trusted leader in displaying a student’s college and career readiness.  A complete history and timeline of the ACT exam can be found on their website. Additionally,…

One of the main ways that the ACT differs from the SAT is that it includes a science section in addition to the sections that test reading, writing and language (English), and math. The ACT Science section makes many students nervous. In fact, many students opt to take the SAT instead of the ACT so that they can avoid this section. However, while the ACT Science section can be tricky,…

For many students, scoring within the top percentile on the ACT feels like an insurmountable challenge. The test is long and filled with challenging questions, and countless students and teachers throughout the years have talked about the difficulty of this test. However, just like many of the challenges we face in life, the ACT- while certainly difficult- is not impossible to master when you’re prepared. When you’re armed with the…

Because a good score on the ACT will open many doors for your future, it is a good idea to take it more than once. Even if you take practice tests under similar ACT testing conditions at home, the first time you take the ACT, you will likely feel a bit nervous as you acclimate to the test. Taking the test more than once will allow you to learn from…

Colleges are becoming increasingly selective, and it is getting increasingly more difficult for seniors to stand out among a sea of other applicants competing for limited spots. In addition to having stellar recommendation letters, leadership roles in extracurricular activities, and a high GPA, one of the best ways for you to turn heads and get admissions officers to pay attention to your application is to earn a perfect ACT score.…

Like many other test-takers, chances are you will fall shy of reaching the 99th percentile on your first attempt on the ACT or SAT. Fortunately, you are able to take both tests multiple times so that you can improve your score and eventually reach your goal.  With hard work, prep courses, and time to review, you can boost your score on either of these tests.  However, just because you are…

Giving out answers, sharing test questions, or otherwise gaining an unfair advantage on the ACT is a surefire way to derail your future and experience heavy consequences. But what if I told you that there were ways to “cheat” on the ACT without getting into any trouble? That’s right. There are strategies and hints that you can learn before you take the ACT which will be like “cheat codes,” helping…