ACT Prep
The ACT rewards speed, breadth, and sharp reasoning across four distinct sections. Our prep is built around the exam's unique format — including the Science section that trips up even strong students — so nothing on test day comes as a surprise.
What We Cover
Our prep curriculum maps directly to the exam's tested content areas — nothing irrelevant, nothing missing.
English — Grammar & Rhetoric
- Punctuation and sentence structure
- Subject-verb and pronoun agreement
- Rhetorical skills and organization
- Style, tone, and word choice
Mathematics — Core Concepts
- Pre-algebra and elementary algebra
- Intermediate algebra and coordinate geometry
- Plane geometry and measurement
- Trigonometry fundamentals
Reading — Passage Strategies
- Prose fiction and literary narrative
- Social sciences and humanities passages
- Natural sciences reading
- Main idea, inference, and detail questions
Science — Data & Reasoning
- Data representation and graph interpretation
- Research summaries and experimental design
- Conflicting viewpoints passages
- Scientific reasoning without prior knowledge
Essay — Writing (Optional)
- Understanding the ACT essay prompt format
- Developing and supporting a clear perspective
- Engaging with multiple viewpoints
- Scoring rubric breakdown and strategy
Test Strategy & Timing
- ACT vs SAT — choosing the right exam
- Section-by-section pacing plans
- Bubbling strategy and answer management
- Full-length timed practice tests
What Students Walk Away With
Our goal isn't just a higher score — it's a student who understands the material deeply enough that the score reflects their real ability.
Composite Score Growth
Consistent practice and targeted instruction across all four sections leads to a stronger composite score and a more competitive college application.
Science Section Confidence
Students learn that the ACT Science section tests reasoning, not recall — and develop the skills to work quickly and accurately through any passage type.
Reading Speed & Accuracy
Strategies for moving efficiently through four passage types without sacrificing comprehension or accuracy.
Section Timing Mastery
The ACT is one of the most time-pressured standardized tests. Students finish sessions with a clear, practiced pacing plan for every section.
What a Typical Session Looks Like
Each session is 90 minutes and follows a consistent structure so students always know what to expect.
Check-In
0–5 minReview recent practice results and identify which section or question type is the highest-impact focus for this session.
Targeted Concept Work
5–20 minInstructions and practice for a specific skill — a grammar rule, math concept, science reasoning strategy, or reading approach — will be taught before engaging in timed practice.
ACT-Style Timed Practice
20–60 minTimed practice using official ACT questions, followed by a guided practice in critical areas so that the student understands the reasoning behind each answer.
Grade and Review
60–90 minInstructors will grade and return tested assignments and modules for review.
Between-Session Practice Plan
Before you goA specific set of practice questions or a timed section drill to complete independently before the next session.
Students who want to take both the SAT and ACT can work with us on a combined prep plan — we'll help identify which exam is the better fit early on.
Ready to Tackle the ACT?
Book a free consultation and we'll identify your strongest sections, pinpoint where points are being lost, and build a prep plan around your test date.