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When to Change Your Answer on the ACT / SAT (And When Not To)

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

In an ideal world, you’d never second guess your answers. It’s a great feeling when you bubble in your answer and you know, for sure, you’re right. However, it doesn’t feel as great when you’re not certain, when you’re flipping-flopping between A or C, or you think question 43 might be wrong—maybe. That uncertainty can …

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The Importance of Knowing the ACT / SAT Test Format

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

When studying for a test, you probably focus on the material, right? The actual content you’ll be tested on. If it’s a US History test, you’ll study dates, memorize key people, and read about important events. But the ACT and SAT aren’t “normal” tests. You won’t just study the tested material in preparation, but also …

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Why ACT/SAT Scores Matter for College Scholarships

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

Students find scholarships awarded for all sorts of reasons, from being a Hispanic student interested in Engineering to being fluent in Klingon. These diverse scholarships have equally diverse requirements for eligibility. Scholarships typically ask for certain SAT and ACT scores. Academic Scholarships A large number of private organizations and colleges go out of their way …

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ACT/SAT Week Before Test Prep Schedule

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 22, 2025

You’re a week away from your ACT/SAT test and the countdown has begun. While you should have started your prep weeks ago for this exam, the next seven days are important, too. If you haven’t started studying, there’s still time to fit some practice in. Below, we’ve shared two schedules that help you prep for …

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How To Navigate The ACT Science Section

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

Knowing what to expect and understanding how the questions are structured in the ACT science section can help to make this test less stressful. The first thing you should know is that the science section of the ACT is unlike any other science test you’ve taken in high school. The ACT science section tests your …

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What is the ACT Test Information Release?

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

If you plan on retaking the ACT again, one of the best ways to learn from your first experience is by reviewing your own scores. The ACT has a wonderful service that allows you to do just that: the Test Information Release. What the Test Information Release Tells You The TIR will give you a …

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When Should Students NOT Retake the ACT/SAT Test?

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022

Most students who retake the ACT/SAT get a higher score the second time around. It’s highly recommended to take an exam more than once—higher scores lead to increased acceptance odds and more scholarships, after all. But are there times when you shouldn’t retake? You’ve Already Taken it at Least Twice The answer to the question …

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10 Helpful Websites For ACT Test Prep

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on November 5, 2024

Scoring well in the ACT can boost your chances of getting into the college of your choice. However, getting those much-needed high scores does not come easy. The ACT tests students in four main content areas – English, math, science, and reading. And, the test questions related to these areas can be quite challenging to answer. …

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ACT Pro Tip: Write Down the Math Formulas at the Beginning of the Section

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 7, 2023

Here’s the thing about the ACT math section: they don’t give you the formulas you’ll need. Instead, you have to memorize them. This can make many students nervous (yours truly included) as there’s so much going on during the ACT that recalling complicated math formulas can be overwhelming. Well here’s one of our ACT math …

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How to Memorize Math Formulas for the ACT

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

While the SAT will provide math formulas for you, the ACT will not—therefore, you’ll have to memorize the formulas yourself. This can make many students nervous, especially if math isn’t their strong suit. Fortunately there are ways to make memorization easier. Know Your Formulas The likelihood of developing better recall is always higher when you …