College & Career
ACT / SAT Information
ACT / SAT Information
National Testing (Note: ALL colleges/universities accept BOTH tests)
ACT
7 National Test Dates per year
Closest test centers are Timberland and Fort Zumwalt West.
Visit www.act.org to view test dates, deadlines, fees, and to register.
The first time you register online for an ACT, you will have to create a user account.
SAT
7 national test dates per year
Closest test center is Liberty
Some colleges may require an SAT Subject Test. Check each school's website for requirements.
Click here for information on the SAT.
Fee Waivers for ACT or SAT
In some cases, families with financial need may qualify for a fee waiver to cover the cost of the standard ACT Test. Eligibility requirements for ACT can be found here (SAT requirements are basically the same). If you believe you may qualify, please contact your child's counselor. Students who qualify for an ACT fee waiver will have access to ACT's free online Prep program for 180 days ($250 value).
Accommodations on the ACT or SAT
Students who have formal accommodations plans (IEP, 504) which provide testing accommodations to students on classroom tests MAY be eligible for those same accommodations on the ACT test. There are eligibility requirements that must be met, and additional paperwork that must be submitted to ACT/SAT. You can read more about ACT accommodations here. If you believe that your child may be eligible for accommodations, please speak to your child's case manager (IEP) or Mrs. Pardo (504).
E-learning - North Point e-learning lab offers an ACT Prep course. Juniors and Seniors can take this online class for 0.5 credit of elective credits during the school year. Talk to your counselor for more information.
The Real ACT Prep Book or Official SAT Study Guide - Copies of prep books can be checked out from the college and career center. Come see Mrs. Gerringer. Supplies are limited; first come-first served.
Learning Express Library: All users need to create a username and password while on WSD grounds in order for it to work offsite. From Home page, scroll through modules, and choose College Prep Center.
March 2 Success: Seven full-length practice tests are available as well as flashcards and an interactive action game. This site is run by the US Army. Creating a login and password will NOT allow them to contact you in any way.
Khan Academy: Free SAT practice and study plans.
Released Test Information: Another way to prepare for the ACT is to buy released test information from ACT. You may do this for the December, April and June tests. You will receive a list of the questions/your answers/the correct answers in order to help you prepare for future tests. There is a fee for this service; it is an optional fee that you can pay at check-out when registering online for an ACT test.
The ACT website: ACT offers resources for preparation. ACT offers personalized lessons ranging from $40 to $250 (varies depending on length of subscription and access to a live instructor.
Cambridge Test Prep. at St. Charles Community College: The charge is $125 plus books. Available various days fall, spring, summer.
Chegg.com: Both ACT and SAT test preparation materials
www.testprepstore.com - Test Prep Store’s website is extremely easy to navigate and parents and/or students are easily able to search different testing materials and private tutors. Once a parent and/or student searches for testing materials for a certain test, they will be able to see detailed comparison tables of the top companies on the market. Additionally, the key comparison pages detail pros and cons to better help the parent and/or student decide on what materials are best for them.
USA Test Prep - comprehensive guide on how to increase SAT or ACT scores from average to exceptional
Private tutoring may be the answer if you have tried other free ways to prepare and are still needing to raise your score.
Make an appointment with Mrs. Pardo to discuss this option.