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What is the ACT®?
The ACT requires fast thinking and steady pacing. Kaplan is here to make sure you know exactly what to expect from the test—and exactly how to beat it.
About the ACT
Get ready by learning to recognize the test’s 16 question types. Doing so will help you choose the best strategies quickly and easily as you tackle sections on English, Math, Reading and Science – and an optional section focusing on Writing.
Passages include Social Studies, Natural Sciences, Literary Narrative or Prose Fiction, and Humanities
Science
35 Minutes
40 Questions
Testing Data Analysis, Experimental Results, Conflicting Viewpoint
Writing
40 Minutes
*Optional
You will be asked to write about your position on an issue in response to a question
How to pace yourself on the ACT
The ACT covers 215 questions in 2 hours and 55 minutes, plus an optional 40-minute Writing Test. That’s less than one minute per question! Plenty of practice is one of the best ways to develop the steady pacing you’ll need.
Scoring your success
The ACT is scored on a 36-point scale. Each of the four multiple-choice sections receives a score of 1 to 36, and your composite score is an average of your four section scores. The optional Writing Test is scored separately.
No matter what stage of ACT prep you’re in, Kaplan can help raise your score. Just getting started? Check out our free ACT TurboTest and join one of our free online info sessions.
Not sure if the ACT is right for you?
If you’re deciding between the ACT and the SAT, you’ll want to know the benefits and format of both tests. Learn the differences between the ACT and SAT, and then take our ACT vs. SAT quiz to learn which test is best for you.
Ready to kick it into high gear?
Let our expert teachers be your guide with a prep course that fits your schedule. No matter what stage of ACT prep you’re in, Kaplan can help raise your score.
Breathe easy knowing that we believe in you. We are so confident in your success that if your score doesn't improve, we'll either give you your money back, or let you retake the class for free. For full eligibility requirements, visit kaptest.com/hsg.
