ACT
| ACT | |
|---|---|
| ACTstudent.org | |
| Next exam | September 9, 2017 |
| Sign up by | August 4, 2017 |
| Sign up at | registration link |
| Cost | $46.00 |
| Resources | Preview & Prep |
Who should take it?
Generally, all TSAS graduates take the ACT at least twice: once as a junior in the spring, once as a senior in the fall. If you are concerned about how you might do, take it earlier.
All TSAS juniors will take the ACT at TSAS at no cost during spring 2018. No need to sign up, just look out for announcements as we get closer to the date.
How do I sign up otherwise?
Go to ACT's website and click “Register Now.”
If this is the second time you're taking the test, be sure to send your scores to potential universities; it costs $12 per score report to send them to colleges, and they are required for your application.[1]
What should I expect?
When you sign up for the exam you will choose a testing location, usually a local high school. Choose a testing location with a friend, then on the day of the test grab some donuts on your way. You must arrive by 8:00 with sharpened pencils and a calculator.
The test itself is 210 minutes plus a break in the middle. The sections break down like this:
- English (75 questions, 45 minutes)
- Math (60 questions, 60 minutes)
- Reading (40 questions, 35 minutes)
- Science (40 questions, 35 minutes)
There is no penalty for wrong answers, so it is in your best interest to answer all questions.[2]
If you choose to do the writing portion (required by a few universities, so double-check!), you are given 40 minutes to write one essay.
Visit ACT's website for a full description of the sections tested.
Your scores will arrive in 2–8 weeks after you've taken the test.[1]
How do I prepare?
ACT offers an absurd number of study guides on their website, but these are recommended only after taking the exam once. Establish a baseline, then collect tools to improve it.