ACT

What is the ACT?

The ACT is a standardized test used to measure a student's college & career readiness. It is divided into four sections: English, math, reading, and science (with an optional writing section). Each section is scored individually on a scale of 1-36, and a Composite (overall) score is determined by averaging the four scores. Many colleges take the ACT Composite Score into consideration when making admissions decisions. Also, many colleges have begun super-scoring (taking individual sub-scores from multiple ACT tests for a higher overall Composite Score).

Visit www.actstudent.org to register for the ACT.

ACT Prep:

• LSHS hosts an after-school ACT prep course. The cost for the course is $75. The cost includes approximately 24 hours of instruction, course materials, and two diagnostic tests that are scored and returned with feedback. There are limited spots available. Find out more HERE.

• Prep books can be purchased from bookstores or on the internet. These can also be checked out from LSHS's Library Media Center and Mid-Continent Public Library.

• Mid-Continent Public Library and the Sylvan Learning Center have partnered to provide free practice ACT tests. See event dates on their website.

• The main ACT website has a limited amount of free prep (info and tips) with an online course available for purchase.

• The US Army has developed a FREE prep program called March2Success that provides online study materials for a variety of standardized tests.

• Another good resource provided via our Library Media Center can be found here. The Learning Express Library contains online tutorials for the ACT, SAT, PSAT, and other exams.

• Click here for great ACT preparation information.  There are practice tests, guides, test taking tips and strategies, and video guides.  There are also links about what the differences are between the ACT and SAT.