Can i go from a 29 to a 32+?

In april i got a 25 composite without studying. (E:26 M:22 R:26 S:24)
In june, i got a 29 composite (E:32 M:25 R:30 S:29) by meeting with a tutor 2x a week for 5 weeks.

My goal for september is a 32, but a 33 would be even better because im applying to high ranked schools (not any ivies). Everything else is on par with what i need to get in to these schools, except my test scores.

The scores i can improve most easily on are english and reading, although im not sure how easy it will be to improve since my subscores are already in the 30s. I think i can get my English to a 34, and maybe reading to a 32+. Im guessing math will be anywhere between 27-30 depending on how much i brush up on my geometry (thats my weakness), and science i could maybe get 30+.

Looking at my 25 to a 29, i feel hopeful that i can make the 4 point composite jump again, especially now that i have about 2 and a half months to study instead of 5 weeks, but i know that once you get into the 30s, its much more difficult to improve since the difference between a 32 and 33 subscores are usually only a question or two.

So, do you think its possible? My study routine for the june test was 2x a week with a tutor, and doing timed section tests every week. Do you think its possible for me to get a 32 or 33 if i continue with this routine? Should i do anything differently?

It’s all dependent on your own work ethic, but I think it’s possible. My practice scores were consistently below a 27 and when I took the actual ACT I got a 32 in one sitting. It’s all about practice and figuring out which math formulas would be beneficial to memorize based on repetition in the exam.

For sure you can! In February, I got a 29 but I wanted a 32. I bought the Real Guide to the ACT, studied and took all of the practice tests and got a 32 in June. Good luck! All it takes is a little motivation :slight_smile:

Actually it’s much harder to go from 25 to 29 than 29 to 32.
However, each extra point helps, so that even if you reach 30 you’ll have more merit opportunities and more college choices.
If you feel your scores don’t reflect your potential, apply to top test optional college’s such as Bowdoin.