How early should you arrive to the ACT?

Arrive by 8:00 am. If you're unsure where your test center is located, do a practice run to see how to get there and what time you'll need to leave.

How long does the ACT take if it starts at 8?

How long does the ACT take? The ACT is 3 hours long (technically 2 hours and 55 minutes). Including breaks, the exam takes 3 hours and 30 minutes to complete. If you sign up for the optional essay (the ACT Plus Writing), the test clocks in at 3 hours and 40 minutes or just over 4 hours with breaks.

Should I take the ACT early?

We recommend taking your first SAT or ACT test as early as your schedule allows. If you plan to take both tests, plan to take them in consecutive months for the most efficient prep. Comprehensive prep courses can start as many as 8 to 10 weeks before the test.

What time of year is the easiest ACT?

Origin of the Myth

But here's the thing: While there were studies done that showed higher scores in one month than another, those months changed year to year. First experts would cry “December is easiest! Take it in December!” and a few years later they'd swear “May is by far easier!”

What should I do in the morning of the ACT?

How Early Should I Arrive For An Interview? AND How to Handle Being LATE

Should I shower before ACT?

Take a shower if you usually do or if it helps you get started with your day. Also be sure to pack a bag filled with #2 pencils, a calculator, your testing ticket, and your ID the night before.

What should you not do before the ACT?

Don't cram

You should not be studying any new material! You can certainly review ACT math formulas you intend to use and recommended ACT approaches, but do not cram new information into your brain!

What month is the hardest ACT?

March is the worst! Avoid it like the plague! Don't you dare take October; that's when the smart seniors are sitting. All the jocks take December, that's the surest bet for a high score!

Which ACT section is the hardest?

Do You Feel Confident in the Content? Obviously, it's not a good idea to take the ACT® unless you have a good grasp on the content that will be tested. The ACT® Reading and ACT® Science sections are both the hardest and easiest to prepare for.

Is 1 week enough to study for the ACT?

The best case scenario, we highly recommend you should spend at least five weeks preparing for the ACT. If you give yourself more time to practice, it is easier to guarantee a score boost. Focussing on your weaknesses is a key component of this effective plan.

Do colleges care how many times you take the ACT?

While taking the ACT multiple times can improve your score, attempting it more than 2-3 times probably won't raise it significantly. In fact, college admissions officers might even look unfavorably upon students with many test attempts.

Is it too late to take the ACT senior year?

If you aren't happy with your spring ACT score, you can still take the test in the fall of your senior year. Many students take the test multiple times; the September and October testing dates are particularly popular.

Is it easy to get a 36 on the ACT?

How Many People Get a 36 on the ACT? Getting a perfect ACT score is a pretty rare feat. The number of students in 2020 who scored a full 36 was 5,579 out of over 1.6 million — or about 0.33% of test-takers. Don't be discouraged by the rarity of a perfect score.

Is a 15 on the ACT low?

The average ACT score is 20.

This means that if you got 15, you'd have scored the same as or better than 25% of all test takers. Meanwhile, the 75th percentile means you scored better than 75% of test takers.

Is a 14 on the ACT low?

14 ACT Score Standings

Out of the 1.91 million test-takers, 1685032 scored the same or higher than you. You can apply to 5 colleges and have a good shot at getting admitted. You have a very low chance of getting into 1494 schools with this score.

What is the easiest ACT subject?

If you're trying to boost your ACT score, the English section is the easiest to tackle. Here's why: there is only a handful of technical grammar content covered and there are really only a handful of rhetorical skills covered.

Is ACT math easier or harder?

Difficulty Depends on the Student

While there are similar mathematical concepts on both tests, students might find one or the other more difficult based on their own math skills. This is true of the tests themselves as well. The ACT isn't harder than the SAT or vice versa, despite what the myths say.

What is the lowest passing score for ACT?

There's no “passing score” on the ACT; a good ACT score is one that helps strengthen your application and increases your chances of getting into the school of your choice.

How is the ACT curved?

It's important to note that the ACT® exam itself is not curved relative to test takers. However, it is curved through a process known as equating. This is when the ACT® organization scales test scores from a range of past test dates so that they're all comparable in the ability that is being tested.

Is an 18 Okay on ACT?

The average ACT hovers just below 21, at a 20.9, making that a great benchmark for all college-bound students. Several colleges will accept an ACT score of 18, but not as many as we'd typically like to see. Re-taking the test and aiming for the 21 score would be ideal.

Why do October ACT scores take longer?

The February and October test scores might take a little longer, because ACT performs some additional statistical analysis on those tests.

Is a 19 okay on the ACT?

What percentile is a 19 ACT score? A 19 ACT score puts you at a 44th percentile, meaning you score higher than 44% of all test takers.

Should I bring a backpack to the ACT?

A bag should absolutely be brought to the SAT and ACT! This can be a backpack, a purse, or a Ziploc bag. This will allow you to keep your snacks and personal items under your desk during the tests.

Can I bring water to the ACT?

At the bare minimum, to take the ACT you need your admission ticket, a photo ID, a pencil and eraser, and an approved calculator. Past that, you can bring water, a snack, and an old-school, basic watch if you'd like.