The ACT English section presents students with plenty of challenges by making them focus on every grammatical detail. The test makers are more than happy to trip you up by slipping grammar mistakes so basic that you might miss them. Unfortunately, missing those details will take off points from your final score. To make life simpler, here are 10 ACT grammar tips to keep in mind when both practicing for…

At Prep Expert®, we believe that sufficient test prep cancels out virtually all surprises when taking the ACT. However, we realize that nerves and odd questions can throw anyone off. That’s why, if you have to guess on the ACT, at least put the odds in your favor. Here are our tips on how to guess on the ACT if you have to on test day. Take a moment after…

In 2018, The College Board and ACT came together and created new concordance tables designed to help educators, parents, and students compare official SAT and ACT scores. These updated tables are now considered the official reference source when comparing SAT and ACT scores since they were last released in 2016. Take a moment to learn more about our SAT prep and ACT prep courses too. [sat_one] SAT Total Vs ACT…

Scoring a perfect 36 on the ACT is difficult, especially on the first try. However, even if you don’t do so, you can always improve your overall ACT score from one test date to the next, as long as you plan ahead and consistently work hard. Here are 10 easy-to-do ACT score improvement tips that you can use when both studying and on test day itself. Don’t forget to check…

Getting ready for the ACT is for many students a sometimes mundane-feeling task in comparison with school, sports, family, relationships, etc.  You’d be surprised to know which celebrities have been in the same shoes as you and done well on the ACT. Let’s take a quick look at the ACT scores from a few different celebrities you will know and see how they stack up against each other. If you’re…

We’ve had plenty of high school students message us and ask “should you take the SAT and ACT?” Because this is a common question with a not-so-simple answer, we wanted to take a minute now to address it once and for all to help you decide for yourself. Here are both pros and cons of taking the SAT and ACT simultaneously, questions you should answer first before making that decision,…

After all the time and studying that you’ve done for the ACT, now comes the nerve-wracking test day. There’s little reason to stress though as all you need to do is bring a few items with you and be mindful of the ACT’s official rules. Let’s take a look at our ACT checklist on what you should and what you shouldn’t bring on test day. If you’re just starting to…

Despite being optional, the ACT and SAT Essay sections are still important tests to take because the skills they stress are important in both academic and professional life. Students who do decide to take them will have advantages over those who skip them, in the long term. Let’s take a look at the differences between the ACT vs SAT Essay and why it’s still good to do it even if…

Many people out there don’t like dealing with Math more than is absolutely necessary, especially when it comes to tests. Unfortunately, the SAT and ACT will test you thoroughly on a number of Math concepts you need, in order to prove your knowledge and succeed in college. Here are some of the key ACT vs SAT Math differences to be aware of when deciding which test you should study for and take…

When it comes to calculator usage, the SAT and ACT do NOT have the same rules. If you, or your student, are getting ready for the ACT then it’s important to know what is allowed. For your reference, here is the latest ACT calculator list; pay close attention because not following these rules will get you kicked out on test day. For more information and strategies on how to succeed on the…