Since its introduction in 1959, millions of hopeful college students have taken the ACT. Today, in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic kickstarting test-optional policies, many students question whether or not the test is still worth taking. But honestly? The answer to that isn’t just a resounding yes, it’s “Yes, and it’s actually more important now than ever before.” With the rise of grade inflation, the increasing difficulty of college…

Over 3.1 American students are homeschooled; that’s just about 1 in every 20. That number has been increasing steadily every year, especially since the Covid-19 pandemic when we saw a massive jump. According to the National Home Education Research Institute, homeschooled students typically score 15 to 25 percentile points above public-school students on standardized academic achievement tests, an improvement that only increases in marginalized populations. And while colleges are actively…

Mastering timing is an extremely important strategy for succeeding on any standardized test, and the ACT is no different. But forget those horror stories of grueling half-day testing; the ACT is doing its part to banish leg cramps and assuage anxieties with its new, streamlined format. ] Today’s ACT is much less exhausting; while you still need to build your testing endurance and understand the timing, it’s not a 5-hour…

The ACT has long been one of the most recognized college admissions tests in the United States. For students aiming to stand out in competitive applicant pools, understanding what the ACT covers and how it is structured is the first step toward success. While strategy and practice matter, the foundation of strong performance is a clear understanding of what the test looks like, how it is scored, and how each…

In the past, students choosing between the SAT and the ACT had to factor in different question types, essay requirements, and even regional preferences. Now that both tests have gone digital, many of the old distinctions have shifted or disappeared entirely. But that doesn’t mean the SAT and ACT are identical. In fact, as testing organizations have embraced adaptive technology and redesigned their formats, key differences have emerged. Whether you’re…

If you want to be an expert at anything, you need to know your subject inside and out. If you want to be a doctor, you have to know everything about human anatomy, from the Achilles tendon to the zygomatic arch. A chef doesn’t just follow recipes; they understand flavor profiles, ingredient interactions, and cooking techniques. No matter the field, deep knowledge is what transforms someone from a beginner into…

The ACT is growing in popularity; last year, about 1.4 million high school students took the test, and more are taking it each year. While the SAT is still more popular (with about 1.97 million students taking it), more and more students are turning to the ACT due to the differences in format and question priorities. And many students take both the ACT and the SAT to boost their chances…

Understanding standardized test scoring, like ACT scores, can be really complicated. You might know that the ACT is scored from 1-36– but how do you get there? There’s a lot more than 36 questions on the test! Here at PrepExpert®, we know that the students who get the best scores are the ones who don’t just have a lot of knowledge in general; they’re the students who go in armed…

When it comes to standardized test scoring, it can be hard to tell what a good score really is. With the SAT, the numbers are big– the lowest you can get is a 400, after all. But with the ACT, it often feels like you have less wiggle room, since the highest possible score is a 36. Does that mean there’s a bigger difference between the numbers? Is a 36…

Are you considering a career in healthcare? If so, did you know there are ways to kickstart your career path and start building the skills you need while you’re still in high school? It’s true! We’ve put together a list of 4 extracurricular activities that high school students can use to learn what it’s like to work in healthcare, gain hands-on experience, and lay the groundwork for crafting competitive applications…