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Studying for the ACT/SAT is a good way to make use of the summer break, but you definitely do not want to spend all your time indoors preparing for the test. The key is to set up a schedule that allows you to be as prepared as you will ever be for the ACT/SAT while still leaving plenty of time for fun times.
First, you need to figure out how much study time you need to put in. The best way to do this is to answer a practice test and see how much you score. Calculate the difference between your practice test score and your target score. Also make note of the fields where you lost marks.
If the difference is marginal, you may need to set aside just a couple of hours a week to practice some more in your weaker areas.
If the difference is significant, you may want to set aside at least an hour every day to solve a couple of practice questions.
In setting up your schedule, take into consideration your study habits as well as your learning style. Some students do better studying early morning, others prefer studying later in the day. Whatever your preference, remember to set a fixed time that works for you and commit to it. If you don’t do this, you will find that time will just slip away and you will not have gotten any studying done during the summer.
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