I scored a 27 in April, which was my first time taking it and I had almost no practice prior to taking it. This fall, I am aiming to get at least a 30. I know there is a lot of info online about act prep, but im very indecisive so I’m never sure what to follow. So I’m wondering what the absolute best way to prep for the act is. What is the best act prep book and website? What schedule should I use for the rest of summer to practice and prepare? What are the best strategies to use?
The best way to study for the ACT is to practice with REAL ACT tests. The 3rd edition of the Real ACT Book (Red Book) has 5 tests to get you started. They are old, but you will get a feel for most of the concepts. Then move on to released tests from 2013/2014/2015.
TIME each practice session to simulate the real test.
English 75 questions in 45 min.
Math 60 questions in 60 min.
Reading 40 questions in 35 min.
Science 40 questions in 35 min
Score your test, and then review only what you got WRONG after each practice session.
I suggest the following schedule:
Take 1 section each week night/with review for 4 nights/week.
Twice per month on a Saturday or Sunday take a full ACT test/with review.
Track your progress!
Here is a detailed sample schedule to get started, modify it to meet your needs:
Mon: English section with review
Tues: Math section with review
Wed:. Reading Section with review
Thu. Off
Fri: Science Section with review
Sat: FULL ACT with review
Sun: Off
Thank you, I’ll give it a try!