29 to 36

Test Preparation
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Hello,

I want to improve my act score from a 29 to a 36. Does anyone have any prep book recommendations for 7 points?

Thanks

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  • PR 1296 Questions
  • Real ACT book (red one)
  • c r a c k a c t . com (honestly the best resource IMO)

improving from 29 to 36 is not going to be easy, as i’m sure you know. it doesn’t really matter what books you use; the important thing is to be committed and make time to study every single day. also, depending on the colleges you’re looking at, anything above a 32 could be competitive. your goal of a 36 is admirable, but realize that getting a 33, 34, or 35 will probably open up the same doors as would getting a 36. good luck!

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Thanks a ton for the advice!

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princeton review is pretty good

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Agree with wormholes. Your guidance department probably has old test copies for practice. My daughter improved her score 6 points. We did prep courses with fair results. She worked with a coach from June through August weekly. Her coach told her the two most important things are to always review missed answers and practice timed tests. You do not need to have had AP courses for high scores. It is simply a test of speed. Learn how to circle key words, eliminate answers, etc. If you are a good student, research and learn tricks, watch YouTube videos and simply set aside time to practice a section or two a week. Learn why it is sometimes beneficial to answer the last questions first. Good luck and just know that 32 gets you top academic scholarships if you also have leadership on your resume’.