This post has been updated for the new format of the ACT starting April 2025. For details on how the new ACT differs from the old one, see How to Prepare for the ACT. When you sit down for the official ACT exam, ACT Math is the second section you’ll see on the test. So

This post has been updated for the new format of the ACT starting April 2025. For details on how the new ACT differs from the old one, see How to Prepare for the ACT. Studying for a standardized test can be like navigating the Amazon River by yourself. It’s possible to do it on your

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Update: Starting April 2025 for the digital ACT and September 2025 for the paper ACT, the Science section is optional. For all the changes, and advice on whether you should take Science, see our post on How to Prepare for the ACT, which is updated for the new test. Our study plans included Science for

The ACT has long been a rite of passage for college-bound students, but as of 2025, the ACT changed significantly, so it’s important that you are referencing the most up-to-date resources for your ACT prep. The 2025 changes to the test’s format are some of the most significant adjustments the test has seen in many

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The ACT Writing section is an optional part of the ACT. However, optional does not mean unhelpful. While most colleges do not require you to take the ACT with Writing, many will consider it, and if you can score well on the essay, it can enhance your application. Start improving your ACT writing score (and

You know that a good SAT or ACT score can open doors to scholarships, college admissions, and other honors. But if you’re like many students, you might be wondering if taking a long and expensive class or paying for a private tutor are the only ways you can get a high score. Thankfully, with the

Update: Starting April 2025 for the digital ACT, the ACT format has changed to include fewer questions per section, allow more time per question, and make Science an optional section. See our updated post on How to Prepare for the ACT for how to modify your ACT practice tests for the new format. The question

Your ACT percentile ranking tells you how you did compared to everyone else on the ACT test. ACT percentiles are, in some ways, even more important than your actual ACT score. Why? Because they provide an easy way to compare your performance on the ACT to other test-takers overall, providing you with important information for