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If you're looking for test prep for a college entrance exam, Varsity Tutors offers a Boston ACT course. Our courses are designed to review the material you learn up to your senior year and focus you on improving study and test-taking skills. Your proficiency and confidence are essential to reaching for your performance goals on the test. The future of your academic career may depend on the effort you put into preparing for the ACT.
The ACT is administered throughout the year. Its purpose is to help college admissions personnel assess your abilities and compare them to other students applying to their schools. As one of the two major college entrance exams, the ACT is accepted at any college, though the SAT is more popular in Massachusetts. Many students take the ACT anyway to expand the options of which test scores they show to colleges. These scores are often used to predict a student's future success. Taking a Boston ACT class is helpful in addressing any skill gaps you may have, whether in English, math, or any other core subject. If you're a student at institutions like Boston Latin School or Boston College High School looking to round out your, an ACT prep course could be just the thing for you.
What Can a Boston ACT Class Help Me Study?
From filling any learning gaps to instilling test-taking skills, an ACT class can help high school students in many ways. The ACT is a long, comprehensive exam. It consists of four sections: Math, Reading, English, and Science, while the ACT Plus Writing adds an optional essay. The standard test is 2-hours, 55-minutes without breaks, while with the optional writing section, it is 3-hours, 55-minutes. Taking a Boston ACT class can help you review subjects, expose you to the test format, and help you work on reaching a higher confidence level. Before we get into the specifics of how the class works, here's a look at each section of the ACT.
The Math section measures your ability in all mathematical skills taught up until the start of 12th grade, including algebra, coordinate and plane geometry, and trigonometry. Problem-solving, graphing, functions, number systems, and other mathematical concepts are covered as well in the 60 questions that make up this section. You will have 60 minutes to answer every question in this part of the test.
Reading comprehension is the focus of the Reading section. Passage-based questions are structured based on a first-year college reading level. The answer to each question measures your ability to summarize ideas, identify central ideas and themes, and understand different relationships between facts and information. You'll also have to determine the meaning of words and phrases and point out facts versus opinions. If reading is your strong point then this shouldn't be a problem, but if you've had opportunities in the past it's a good idea to have a professional instructor identify any gaps and help you work on any necessary improvements to answer the 40 questions in 35 minutes.
The English section is 45 minutes, during which you must answer 75 questions. These are passage-based and measure your proficiency in word usage, grammar, and punctuation as well as topic development and organization. It's also important to understand the style and tone of language. A complete understanding of language skills is crucial in demonstrating your readiness for a college-level curriculum.
Also a required section, the Science test on the ACT covers biology, chemistry, physics, Earth science, and space science. The 40 questions in this 35-minute section measure technical skills like problem-solving, interpretation, reasoning, analysis, and evaluation. How well you manipulate and analyze scientific data in the various formats presented and apply the scientific method affects how you perform in this section.
Although it is optional, the Writing section provides an accurate assessment of your ability to write a clear, concise essay. The prompt presents an issue and three different perspectives on it. Your response must reveal your own perspective and make connections between it and at least one of the three provided points of view. This section requires you to use writing skills you've been taught in high school English classes.
How Can I Benefit from Taking a Boston ACT Course?
Each course is led by an experienced instructor who can guide you and your peers. You'll meet at predetermined times online via a live virtual platform so you can hear, see, and interact with all participants. Varsity Tutors courses provide the opportunity to collaborate and work with groups, which can be highly effective at developing your skills, test-taking abilities, and confidence. Practice tests may be used to familiarize you with the format of the ACT, while various strategies taking tests can be explored. For example, stumbling on a hard question does not have to grind things to a halt; you might be able to skip it until later or eliminate answers that don't make sense.
You can also find a Boston ACT course that fits in your schedule. If a lunchtime session doesn't work, then try an evening or weekend course. Courses start on a weekly basis, and we offer two- and four-week sessions depending on your needs. If necessary, you can even schedule one-on-one time with your instructor. Whether you need help organizing your ideas for the essay or need to improve on solving mathematical equations or geometric calculations, individual customized sessions can focus on your immediate opportunities.
How Do I Find the Best Boston ACT Prep Course for Me?
That's an easy question for us to answer. At Varsity Tutors, we can explain the course and help you with the sign-up process. This is a time during which it's worth investing in learning and shoring up foundational academic skills. The skills you learn can be used towards reaching for your performance goals on the ACT and applying yourself in college. It is an investment in your future. Contact us today to get started immediately with a Boston ACT course.
Diego: Boston ACT course instructor
Hi! I am an engineering student at Northeastern University who loves helping people out with all subjects. Standardized tests are just a game against the clock that we can improve in so many ways. ... I have two philosophies. 1. Practice makes perfect. 2. There's an angle to everything. I think there is always more than one way to approach a problem, and typically the test tries to make you think you need to take the harder approach.
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- Northeastern University - Current Undergrad, Industrial Engineering
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- ACT
- TOEFL
- SAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- +65 subjects
AJ: Boston ACT course instructor
...on being able to explain concepts in words, to taking a more visual approach and looking at the big picture, to working through problems to figure out areas of difficulty. In my free time, I really enjoy playing alto saxophone and electric guitar, as well as working out at the gym and swimming laps in the pool. I have also been known to binge-watch TV shows and movie series on Netflix. I look forward to...
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- Boston University - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
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- ACT
- Advanced Placement
- SAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- +73 subjects
Laila: Boston ACT course instructor
...everything makes learning a lot easier, and my Physics background gives me an analytical thought process that allows me to tackle the "why" from multiple perspectives, allowing me to thoroughly explain concepts to students. I think learning is extremely important, and adding a level of intellectual stimulation into daily life adds an unquantifiable quality of life. I have lots of experience working with kids. I used to teach kids between the age of about a...
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- Boston University - Bachelor in Business Administration, Finance
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- ACT
- PSAT
- SAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- +78 subjects
Ashley: Boston ACT course instructor
I am a rising sophomore at Michigan (Go Blue!!). I have loved math since before I could remember and am pursuing a major in Computer Science. When I am not coding/math-ing (is that a word?), I love to hang out with friends, work out, and scoop ice cream at my (other) job!
Education & Certification
- University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Current Undergrad Student, Computer Science
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- SAT
- CSS
- Python
- +34 subjects
Stephanie: Boston ACT course instructor
...and have a masters degree in Teaching. I'm passionate about helping my students build a love for learning and develop strong problem solving skills. I specialize in math and psychology tutoring. I scored an 800 on SAT math, and a 5 on BC Calculus and Statistics APs. I believe that all students have a right to a high quality and rigorous education, and make sure to scaffold and personalize lessons so all students feel challenged...
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- Dartmouth College - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
- Charles Sposato Graduate School of Education - Masters in Education, Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
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- ACT
- SAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- Middle School Math
- +12 subjects
Ryan: Boston ACT course instructor
...two years, I've served as an Honors Mentor and Resident Assistant. Additionally, I've served over 400 hours of community service in that time; I've taught English in Nicaragua and Ecuador, worked with bilingual students at the Hurley K-8 school, and have done extensive work with America Scores, a development program for at-risk youth. I'm most passionate about math (from elementary math to Algebra 2 mainly) and English (specifically grammar, mechanics, editing, etc.); thus, those are...
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- Northeastern University - Current Undergrad, International Affairs & Business
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- SAT Subject Tests
- PSAT
- SAT
- +30 subjects
Nicholas: Boston ACT course instructor
...tutoring around finding each students desired method of learning/problem solving and trying to apply that to the problems at hand. I have been tutoring or TAing since high school and hope to continue reducing stress and finding the best ways to learn for students of all ages. ABOUT ME: I graduated from Brown University with a Sc.B in Biomedical Engineering in May 2022 and am currently in my Gap year as I look at Medical...
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- Brown University - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- SAT
- Pre-Calculus
- Algebra 2
- +36 subjects
Max: Boston ACT course instructor
...it is important that I answer questions, I also need to ask them to be effective. I love when students have specific questions about the material they are working on because it means they have an understanding of their strengths and weaknesses. I want to encourage students to always be able to explain why they picked a certain answer or what steps they took to solve a problem. I also want students to have a...
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- Ball State University - Bachelors, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- Advanced Placement
- PSAT
- SAT
- +62 subjects
Thomas: Boston ACT course instructor
...mentor my students. Do you have test anxiety? Math anxiety, specifically? Is it difficult for you to create, organize, and execute a study plan? Or do you simply want straightforward, content-based prep and study help? In either case, I'm excited to help you achieve your academic and standardized test goals. My academic credentials consist of a BA in Political Science and German from the University of Rhode Island, and a Master's degree in Environmental Management...
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- University of Rhode Island - Bachelors, Political Science & German
- Duke University - Masters, Environmental Economics and Policy
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- ISEE
- SAT
- ISEE-Upper Level Quantitative Reasoning
- +47 subjects
Leonid: Boston ACT course instructor
...and build crazy robotics projects. I love helping students of all ages build understanding and excitement for various subjects. I believe that, with patience and the right set of tools, you can grow to enjoy any subject. As someone who used to be terrible at math and was taught to love it, I can attest to the fact that the right teacher can make a world of difference. I hope to work with you and...
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- University of Massachusetts Amherst - Current Undergrad, Mechanical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- SAT
- SSAT
- ISEE
- +53 subjects
Zachary: Boston ACT course instructor
...am able to employ several different teaching styles (e.g. visual, conceptual, verbal) due to my knowledge of the subject at hand. I also have much experience with adolescents through my tutoring experience, coaching ice hockey, and working at a summer camp. I am proficient in mathematics and most fields of science with special concentration in Calculus (1-3) and Physics (1-2), and have used these skills as an electronics tester and designer at Draper Labs. I...
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- Northeastern University - Current Undergrad, Physics (with Business Minor)
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- Advanced Placement
- SAT Subject Tests
- ASVAB
- +38 subjects
Daniel: Boston ACT course instructor
At the core, I love learning and find it fun. In teaching, I try to convey that sense of fun to my students. I use a variety of techniques depending on my student's learning style, but I always focus on the fun of learning new things.... In a first session with a student, I would introduce the basic concepts and core questions of the subject, and determine my student's learning style in order to plan future lessons better.
Education & Certification
- Tufts University - Current Undergrad, Biomedical Engineering and Mathematics
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- ACT
- GED
- SAT Subject Tests
- SSAT
- +96 subjects
Katharine: Boston ACT course instructor
...you beyond the assignment at hand I try to give a deeper, contextual understanding about the importance of the subjects you're learning in school. I am a sophomore at Brown University where I major in Urban Studies an interdisciplinary field that covers topics from urban history to statistics. As the news editor at my college daily, I have developed skills in writing and editing, and will help prime your essay so it is clear, effective...
Education & Certification
- Brown University - Current Undergrad, Urban Studies
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- SAT
- PSAT
- Writing
- +26 subjects
Max: Boston ACT course instructor
...societal levels, and I enjoy teaching this point of view to students, helping them to see history as a living, deeply relevant subject matter. My teaching philosophy can be summed in three words: never sit still. I don't see learning as a static process, whereby a student studies for a test, passes it, then lets the information slip away. Rather, I believe the student should be truly hungry to absorb the material, to truly own...
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- University of Pennsylvania - Bachelors, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- SAT
- PSAT
- Advanced Placement
- +61 subjects
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- Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- SAT Subject Tests
- PSAT
- GED
- +82 subjects
Talia: Boston ACT course instructor
...I am a youth activist and have experience working for campaigns and elected officials and am particularly passionate about mental health, climate change prevention, and LGBTQ+ rights. I have done private tutoring for the past three years with students in Elementary, Middle, and High School in a variety of school subjects including but not limited to Math, History, and Writing/Grammar. I am passionate about education and want to use my skillset and knowledge to help...
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- Northwestern University - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- A Level
- ACT Math
- Middle School Science
- +36 subjects
Anthony: Boston ACT course instructor
I got my undergraduate degree at Brown University, where I received a Bachelor of Arts in creative writing and psychology. While I'm passionate about a wide range of subjects, I particularly love tutoring writing and anything that requires analytical reasoning. In my free time, I box, lift weights and write comedy.
Education & Certification
- Brown University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology and Literary Arts
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- SAT
- Pre-Calculus
- LSAT Analytical Reasoning
- +50 subjects
Aneri : Boston ACT course instructor
...than 5 years of tutoring experience and experience tutoring elementary students all the way up to college students. Currently I am a sophomore at Cornell University studying neuroscience as my major and math as my minor. Even at college I have continued tutoring. I am on the E-board for our tutoring club. I also lead a study section for college students currently taking Comparative Physiology. For Varsity Tutors I tutor in the following subjects: biology,...
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- Cornell University - Current Undergrad, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- SSAT
- SAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- +66 subjects
Sarah: Boston ACT course instructor
...went on to get my Masters of Science in Biomedical Science at Tufts University School of Medicine. I am currently applying to medical school and hope to matriculate next fall. In the past, I have tutored middle school geometry and worked as a peer tutor in a college level introductory biology lab. I have an extensive background in biology and am passionate about healthcare. I hope to share my love of science and education with...
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- University of Virginia-Main Campus - Bachelors, Global Public Health
- Tufts University School Of Medicine - Current Grad Student, Masters of Biomedical Science
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- SAT Subject Tests
- MCAT
- Organic Chemistry
- +42 subjects
Gillian: Boston ACT course instructor
...with a degree in neuroscience and I am currently pursuing a law degree at Boston University School of Law. I can tutor in many disciplines, but I most enjoy tutoring for standardized tests to prepare students to excel on the LSAT, GRE, and SAT. I am enthusiastic about helping students reach their goals, and I am confident that I can help anyone make a significant improvement in their scores by sharing the tips and tricks...
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- Colgate University - Bachelor in Arts, Neuroscience
- Boston University - Juris Doctor, Legal Studies
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- SAT
- Elementary School Writing
- SAT Writing and Language
- +45 subjects