<p>I've taken the SAT twice as a junior, and I've decided to take the ACT to see how well I can do. However, I have received no prep for the ACT, and I am wondering what I should do. I am aiming for a score between 30-33, before the time I apply to colleges (November-December). What should I do. </p>
<p>Background info: 3.82/4.0 Unweighted GPA, 2120 SAT score.</p>
<p>There are very good study books available at the library. I would suggest borrowing some and looking over the material covered. Most prep books include numerous practice tests. I suggest using these to master the art of pacing yourself through each section. It doesn’t matter how much you know if you don’t finish before time is up!</p>
<p>Which books do you recommend? The red book? Should I take the online course ACT offers on the website?</p>
<p>You have a good chance of getting that 30-33 or even higher. I got a 2110 on my SAT and got a 35 on the ACT.
I recommend using the practice tests on sparknotes to get a feel for the timing of the ACT. Doing the practices helped me develop good strategies for reading efficiently with enough time leftover for a quick double-check.</p>
<p>I’d recommend the ACT for dummies book. It has neat tips and tricks that I found really useful. I only used it for the reading and english sections though. [I got a 36 on both math and science …]
For science, be sure that you’re familiar with basic physics, chem, bio, and general graph reading [fun fun fun fun graaaphs]</p>
<p>Know what you have trouble with. This way, you know what to work on. I am good with writing essays when I am given enough time; however, if I’m rushed, I lose detail and adherence to correct grammar. This resulted in a 7 for my essay score [blah… I’m going to retake the ACT] and a 34 for english [curse you, grammar…]</p>
<p>BG info: 3.7/4.00 unweighted GPA 2110 SAT</p>
<p>I got the Barron’s book , pretty much useful it was .</p>