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Get private, 1-on-1 ACT tutoring from one of our experienced test experts. Our team of knowledgeable ACT tutors will create a customized plan designed with you and your specific needs in mind, ensuring that you are prepared to not only take the ACT, but ace it as well.
Our test experts come equipped with tips, tricks, and shortcuts honed through decades of experience with the ACT, and they’ll help create a customized plan to help you achieve your college admissions goals.
Why Students & Parents Choose Inspirica Pros for ACT Tutoring
Tailored To Your Needs
Our team of experienced ACT tutors will work with you one-on-one to create a personalized test prep plan that works for your specific academic needs.
Experienced Test Experts
Our devoted and energetic tutors have decades of test-taking and test-prep experience, and their expertise & insight will ensure that you're well-equipped to tackle the ACT.
Increase Your ACT Score
Our custom ACT tutoring programs will increase your test-taking confidence, allowing you to increase your test score and set yourself up for college admissions success.
Private SAT Tutoring Tailored To Your Specific Needs
At Inspirica Pros, we understand that every student is different when it comes to test-taking, which is why our tutoring programs are customized to fit your specific needs for the ACT. Whether you’re just getting started with your ACT preparation or if you’re looking for ways to improve your score on the dreaded Math Section, our tutors will create a plan that works for you.
Decades of ACT Experience To Help You Succeed
The ACT is essentially the testing equivalent of the 400-meter hurdles. If you weren’t in such a hurry, you could probably clear most of those obstacles without any problem. When you’re moving at top speed, though? It’s a lot easier to end up flat on your face.
Thankfully, our test experts come equipped with tips, tricks, and shortcuts honed through decades of experience. They’ll help you get the most out of your time and make this test feel more like a stroll than a footrace.
Flexible Online Tutoring To Fit Your Busy Schedule
Our online, 1-on-1 approach to tutoring means that you can work with a ACT professional from the comfort of your own home, and our flexible learning tools will help you reach your potential on your own schedule & pace.
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ACT Prep Tailored To Your Specific Needs
- Every student is different, and this simple fact is incorporated into every aspect of ACT tutoring, from finding the right tutor to matching you with an ACT prep program that is right for you.
Experienced & Knowledgeable Tutors
- When you partner with us for your ACT tutoring, you can can guarantee that you're getting a team of experienced tutors with years of test prep insight who are eager to help you or your student succeed.
Increase Your Test-Taking Confidence
- One of the biggest concerns regarding the ACT is test taking confidence, or what some will call "test anxiety." Our tutors will teach you the tips & tricks to take on any exam and ensure that you're fully prepared for the ACT.
Convenient Tutoring At Your Own Pace
- Whether you're just getting started on your ACT journey or you're planning on taking the test in just a few months, our online tutoring programs work around your time and your busy schedule.
Get The Most Out Of Your ACT Prep
- Get the help you need with our award-winning prep resources, including thousands of lessons from expert educators and real ACT questions written by the makers of the ACT.
Score Higher On The ACT Exam
- Score higher on the ACT exam, get accepted to top colleges, and get your dream education. Our tutors have helped thousands of students powered by elite 1-on-1 academic support.
The best ACT tutors and college advisors - anywhere!
For more than 30 years, we’ve provided expert 1:1 tutoring to clients across the globe. Our elite corps of professional tutors use their vast educational knowledge to cater the learning experience to the needs of each individual student, enabling efficient pathways to superior outcomes while prioritizing sensitivity and confidentiality. And since they’re armed with our industry-leading learning tools and diagnostics, our Pros have everything they need to help you maximize your results and minimize your stress.
Meet Some of Our Featured ACT Tutors
Sam Perwin
Since graduating from Harvard magna cum laude with a degree in Literature in 2004, Sam has been tutoring in a wide variety of subjects for over a decade. He is a standardized test prep wiz, having taught everything from high school entrance exams to the SAT and ACT to graduate level prep for the GRE and GMAT. He attempts to engage every student differently rather than adhere to a "one-method-fits-all” model of tutoring.
Grace Oberhofer
Grace balances the needs of the learner, parent and academic material to create a positive learning environment that challenges the learner to strive for success. Her work with the Metropolitan Opera Guild has strengthened her commitment to problem solving and critical thinking throughout all of her educational practice. She has taught hundreds of students in math, language, reading comprehension, and the SAT/ACT.
Melissa Hendrix
Melissa has been a national leader in SAT and ACT preparation for over 20 years, developing curriculum and strategies for national test prep companies. She is the lead author or editor for several Random House titles, including “Cracking the ACT” and “ACT Elite 36.” She is the author of the regular column, “Are You Smarter Than Your High Schooler,” and contributes regularly to InspiricaPros blog.
Aja Brady-Saalfeld
Aja has an impressive track record with her students, coaching several students to perfect ACT scores, and tutors a broad range of tests, from the ISEE and SSAT for younger students, to the SAT and ACT for high schoolers, all the way up to the LSAT, GRE, and GMAT for graduate level students. In addition to her passion for test prep, Aja tutors a breadth of academic subjects, including biology, chemistry, German, astronomy, and music theory. Her favorite test to tutor, though, is the LSAT. Ask her anything about the LSAT. Go ahead. Just make sure you have at least an hour free.
Akil Bello
Akil is a supplemental education and test-preparation expert with almost three decades of experience. Beginning as a proctor in 1990, he has worked in every level of test preparation from proctor to CEO, he has helped launch two companies, developed dozens of preparation programs for more than ten different high-stakes tests, trained hundreds of instructors, and helped thousands of students achieve success. Akil not only tutors students but also examines, explores, and researches testing as a larger structural and societal phenomenon.
Dan Edmonds
There are a few tutors who have been doing this for so long & who have been involved in the industry at so many different levels as Dan Edmonds. He has led R&D for two major test prep companies, written or contributed to many test prep & admissions books, trained or mentored hundreds of tutors, and worked with thousands of students. Dan is a contributor to Forbes and Time magazines on educational topics, and is at the top of the list of education editors in NYC. Dan takes delight in connecting with high scoring students who need to wring the last few points out of a test.
Our Results-Driven Approach To ACT Tutoring
Academic Assessment
From the very first intake conversation, our team will work to understand your personality, your strengths, and your areas for growth in order to match you to the perfect ACT tutor. An optimal tutor-student match means a smoother start to the tutoring process and less stress and anxiety throughout.
Program Individualization
Once tutoring is underway, your Pro will continually work to cater the learning experience to your specific needs. From the way study material is presented to the practice work between tutoring sessions, you’ll learn on your terms and have everything you need to succeed on the ACT.
Continued Guidance
Our Pros are more than just content masters—they’re learning experts who are there to support you in every way possible throughout the ACT tutoring process. And in addition to your tutor, there’s an entire team behind the scenes ready to help the program run smoothly from start to finish.
Frequently Asked Questions About ACT Tutoring & Prep
What Is the ACT?
The ACT is a multiple-choice, college admissions exam used by most colleges & universities in the United States. The ACT is designed to assess a high school student's readiness for higher education, and generally speaking, the higher a student scores on the ACT, the more options they have for college selection and potential scholarships.
How much can ACT Tutoring improve your score?
Multiple sources have identified a significant difference between ACT score prior to tutoring and after. For example, Sexton Test Prep found that 12-16 hours of ACT tutoring resulted in an average score increase of 3-5 points.
What should I look for in an ACT tutor?
First and foremost, you want an ACT tutor who not only understands the ACT, but who is also able to both teach the test and understands your individual academic needs. Additionally, a good ACT tutor will go beyond the basics of the test itself, teaching you the best strategies for each specific section as it relates to your strengths and weaknesses.
What is the best way to prepare for the ACT?
When it comes to preparing for the ACT, there are a few best practices to follow. First, you'll want to start early to ensure that you have ample time to prepare yourself. Additionally, you'll want to make sure that your study fits your specific needs and that you're varying the sources you use and the ways you study. It would also benefit you to familiarize yourself with the test itself by reviewing practice questions and past exams. Finally, finding an ACT tutor will ensure that you're fully prepared to take on the ACT.
When should I start preparing for the ACT?
We recommend that most first-time test takers start preparing for the ACT about three months in advance of test day, but for students who have a difficult time with certain concepts like math, we recommend starting your ACT prep at least six months in advance to allow enough time to be fully prepared. Depending on when you plan on taking the ACT, its best to start your ACT prep journey during the end of your sophomore year of high school.
How long should I study for the ACT?
The amount of studying required for the ACT will vary from student to student depending on their specific academic strengths. As a general rule of thumb, we recommend studying at least three hours a week for three months prior to taking the ACT.
How many times can I take the ACT?
A student is able to take the ACT up to 12 different times, though on average, most students take the ACT no more than 2-3 times. If you've already taken the ACT and are planning on taking it again to improve your score, we recommend enlisting the help of one of our ACT tutors to help ensure you get the highest score possible on subsequent exam attempts.
How much does ACT prep cost?
The cost of ACT prep will vary depending on the type of prep you're looking for. Self-guided ACT resources & materials can cost $10-$30, while enlisting the help of a private ACT tutor can range anywhere from $200 to $1000 per hour. Fortunately, InspiricaPros has a variety of ACT tutors to meet your budget & your specific ACT prep needs.
An Overview of the ACT Test Format
The ACT is a multiple choice exam consisting of five separate sections: English, Math, Reading, Science, and an optional Writing section. The exam takes 3 hours and 35 minutes to complete, and test-takers are given two short breaks between the math and reading section and one just before the writing portion of the test.
| ACT Section | Time Limit | Number of Questions | Topics Covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 45 minutes | 75 questions | Grammar, punctuation, sentence structure, rhetorical skills, knowledge of language, topic development, organization & cohesion |
| Math | 60 minutes | 60 questions | Algebra, functions, coordinate geometry, plane geometry, volume measurements, trigonometry, statistics & probability, rates & percentages, proportional relationships |
| Reading | 35 minutes | 40 questions | Finding & interpreting details, comparative relationships, understanding context-dependency, making generalizations, analyzing voice, tone, and style, claims and arguments |
| Science | 35 minutes | 40 questions | Biology, chemistry, physics, earth sciences, data representation, research summaries, conflicting viewpoints, evaluating theories & hypotheses |
| Writing (Optional) | 40 minutes | One essay | Developing unique perspectives, critical thinking & reasoning, relationships between differing viewpoints, expository writing, evaluating arguments, and rhetorical analysis |
Deciding Between The ACT vs. The SAT? We Can Help
Many people mistakenly think that there’s no real difference between the SAT and the ACT, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. These two tests are actually very different, and every student is more likely to succeed on one than on the other. So how can you tell which test better fits your strengths without throwing away hours taking multiple diagnostics?
The answer is the SAT/ACT PathFinder, a proprietary testing tool designed to simulate both the ACT and the SAT in a single 3-hour session.
Related ACT Resources
We’ve been doing this for a while now, and we’ve got more than enough knowledge to share. So if you have questions about these tests, from scoring to accommodations to fundamental strategies, you can find the answers here.
Ivy League ACT Scores: What to Aim For to Maximize Your Chances
Before you begin preparing for the ACT, it’s important to have a sense of what your score goals are. A good way to start figuring that out is to generate a list of schools you’re interested in and then research score statistics for each. Along the way, many students are curious about the same thing: what ACT scores would I need to get into an Ivy League school? In this post, we’ll answer that question.
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