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If you are getting ready to take the ACT, Varsity Tutors can give you the opportunity to review and build your test-taking skills through comprehensive Boulder ACT prep. This exam is offered to most students in their junior and senior year at high schools like Fairview High School and Boulder High School. While you may not yet have begun filling out your college applications, chances are you will need to take a college assessment exam like the ACT. Since your score can demonstrate your college readiness to the institutions you've applied for, thorough preparation can make a difference in your performance on the exam.
The ACT is one of the two most widely accepted college admissions tests available. Made up of five sections, the ACT can be challenging to prepare for on your own. No matter where you are at in your preparation process, you may be wondering how you can make the most of your test prep sessions. Varsity Tutors can help you identify the ideal ACT prep options that are right for you, whether you'd rather work one-on-one with a private mentor or participate in an interactive online class. Let us guide you toward the test prep source that works for your needs.
What can I learn with Boulder ACT prep?
While there are five sections of the ACT, four are mandatory and one is optional. The required sections of this exam are English, Math, Reading, and Science, which allow just under three hours to complete all the problems on this exam. If you choose to take the ACT with Writing, you will have an additional 40 minutes for the test. Let's dive into each section to explore the various concepts that you will face on this exam.
You will have 45 minutes to tackle the 75 multiple-choice questions on the English section. This section requires an efficient pace to complete it in time. The questions presented in this section are based on short passages. While many of the questions will focus on editing and revising the text, you may face questions about certain sections, sentences, or the passage as a whole. You will need to understand written English in terms of structure, grammar, style, tone, cohesion, and other aspects.
The Science section offers a 35-minute time limit for 40 multiple-choice questions. You will need to be able to interpret, analyze, evaluate, reason, and solve problems. There are a variety of key scientific concepts you will need to understand for this exam, such as scientific tools, scientific investigation, space science, and physics.
When it comes to the Math section, you will have one hour to complete 60 problems that span concepts that you have learned throughout your educational career. You will face questions pertaining to pre-algebra, trigonometry, intermediate algebra, coordinate geometry, and many other subjects. Among the many key concepts this section assesses your knowledge of are number systems, equation interpretation, geometric calculations, and data collection.
The Reading section spans 40 questions, which you have 35 minutes to complete. The questions are passage-based. You will need to be able to identify, summarize, and understand themes, ideas, and relationships. Throughout this section, you will face situations similar to what you can expect in your first year of college.
The optional Writing section consists of one prompt, which you have 40 minutes to answer. The prompt will provide an issue along with three perspectives. Your task will be to provide a well-written, logical response that connects your perspective and the provided perspective. This essay is your chance to demonstrate an understanding of drafting, organizing, and communicating your ideas.
How can I benefit from a Boulder ACT preparation service?
Varsity Tutors can help you get started with personalized instruction or a collaborative online Boulder ACT prep course. Each option offers a variety of unique advantages, though many students opt to reap the benefits offered by a combination of the two. Let's explore your test review options.
Perhaps you would benefit best from participating in a Boulder ACT prep class alongside your peers. We can get you signed up with interactive online test review sessions that run just like a traditional classroom. We understand that student life can be busy, so new sessions start every week! You can even choose to join two- or four-week sessions at a time. An online class can give you the opportunity to explore the exam in a set curriculum under the guidance of an expert mentor.
Collaborative classes can give you the opportunity to chat with your mentor and classmates as you participate in class activities. Your instructor can demonstrate different ways to approach the problems on the exam, such as how you can eliminate answers on the exam to help you find the right answer. You can join in class discussions while you build the test-taking skills that can bolster your performance on this and future tests.
Perhaps you prefer to learn in a one-on-one setting. We can help you connect with a Boulder ACT tutor who can provide the type of instruction you need to feel confident in your abilities. Your private instructor can assess your understanding of the exam, identifying the areas of skill in which you have the most room for improvement. For instance, perhaps you have strong writing and reading skills. Your mentor can focus your attention on the Science and Math sections of the ACT. Your instructor can even tailor your study sessions to accommodate your learning personality, interests, testing goals, and other pertinent factors. Working with a private mentor can enhance your study sessions by focusing on your individual needs.
How do I get started with Boulder ACT prep?
If you're interested in gaining support for your test prep efforts, get in touch with Varsity Tutors. We can help you sign up for the type of Boulder ACT prep that can suit your individual needs. Our educational consultants can help you decide the best option for you, whether you'd rather learn with a dedicated mentor or a prep course. Contact us today for more information.
Ed: Boulder ACT test prep instructor
...student does not love math, it is important for them to work on the problem solving skills developed while learning mathematical concepts as those skills will be applicable in all areas of life. I am personable and energetic and able to connect with many different types of students. I also have experience using math in the real world from my job in lumber sales & statistical consultations during my time at Colorado State University.... Find out what the student does in their time outside of the classroom, how they've done in the particular area we'll be studying, assess what their strengths and weaknesses are in that area, and find out their overall performance and interest in school.
Education & Certification
- University of New Hampshire-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Communications
- Colorado State University-Fort Collins - Masters, Applied Statistics
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- SAT
- SAT Math
- Calculus 2
- +26 subjects
Carson: Boulder ACT test prep instructor
...from this position has shown me the underlying tenacity in young men and women to learn if the curriculum is tailored to their interests or presented with a novel perspective. Additionally, my ESL certification has granted me further opportunities to hone my teaching skills and techniques. I enjoy teaching a wide variety of subjects, but I gravitate towards English, Essay Writing, and Literature. After graduation I moved to Colorado to experience itsvivacious geography, culture, and...
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- University of Georgia - Bachelor in Arts, English
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- Advanced Placement
- SAT
- Geometry
- +51 subjects
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- Princeton/Empire State College - Bachelor in Arts, History & Social Theory
- Rutgers University-New Brunswick - PHD, American History
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- PSAT
- ISEE
- SSAT
- +110 subjects
Max: Boulder ACT test prep instructor
...graduated from the University of Colorado at Boulder top of my class, majoring in Political Science with minors in History and Spanish. I am fluent in Spanish and conversational in French, and have lived and worked in Spain, Mexico, Ecuador, Argentina, Colombia, and Chile. I am currently enrolled in the MPhil in Development Studies at the University of Oxford in the UK. My personal interests include any kind of sports or outdoor activities, adventurous eating,...
Education & Certification
- University of Colorado Boulder - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- SAT
- Advanced Placement
- SAT Subject Tests
- +51 subjects
Alicia: Boulder ACT test prep instructor
...fall. I have experience teaching students math from 6th grade all the way through 12th grade. I have taught a wide variety of students ranging to those with learning disabilities to students who are gifted. I will be tutoring middle school math, Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2 and Trig. My favorite subject to tutor is Algebra 1. Is is the foundation of all high school and college math classes. I believe that every student has...
Education & Certification
- Trinity International University - Bachelor of Science, Math
- Condordia - Master of Arts, Curriculum and Instruction
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- SAT
- ACT Math
- Algebra
- +19 subjects
Kyle: Boulder ACT test prep instructor
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- University of Colorado Denver - Bachelor of Science, Biology & Psychology
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- SAT
- PSAT
- Psychology
- +46 subjects
Hank: Boulder ACT test prep instructor
Hi, my name is Hank and I am a history major from Virginia Commonwealth University. I enjoy reading, writing, and the outdoors. I am ready to get to work on AP history prep and SAT verbal prep as well as other subjects!... When starting to work, it is important to get to know each other in order to train on the right parts of a particular class.
Education & Certification
- Virginia Commonwealth University - Bachelors, History
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- PSAT
- SAT
- GED
- +38 subjects
Colton: Boulder ACT test prep instructor
...Molecular Biology and both undergraduate and graduate versions of Introduction to MATLAB. I also have experience volunteering as a tutor from elementary to high school levels. In addition to teaching, I have personal experience with the ACT, SAT, AP, IB, and MCAT exams. I would like to now use my teaching experience to help local students in the subjects I encountered during my undergraduate career. I love teaching and work to make learning as easy...
Education & Certification
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Subject Expertise
- ACT
- SAT Subject Tests
- SAT
- High School Chemistry
- +85 subjects
Brenna Davis: Boulder ACT test prep instructor
...classes, and majors. I found my love for teaching as I enjoyed working more than my classes. I graduated with a degree in Actuarial Science in May 2014 and soon after attained my Master's Degree in Secondary Math Education from Iowa State University. I get along with almost every person I meet and I can make math fun for you or your little one (or both, sit in and learn too!) I look forward to...
Education & Certification
- Drake University - Bachelors, Actuarial Science
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- Algebra
- Pre-Calculus
- Algebra 2
- +10 subjects
Brockton: Boulder ACT test prep instructor
I am a neuroscience and psychology double major from CU Boulder working to go to PA school down the road. I am originally from the East coast, but definitely prefer the hiking here. I was a learning assistant (basically student focused teacher aid) at CU, and took a course to learn more effective pedagogy. Afterwards, I was asked to be a mentor, and continued trying to help as much as I can.
Education & Certification
- University of Colorado Boulder - Bachelor in Arts, Neuroscience
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- Science
- ACT Reading
- Clinical Psychology
- +25 subjects
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I am quite passionate about education, since I feel it is the key to any sort of satisfying life. As the saying goes, knowledge is power, and knowledge can give you comfort and help guide you through a world that is often frustrating, convoluted, and dissatisfying. I have channeled this passion into teaching astronomy, which I majored in. I also taught some history and religion topics as head of a secular club in college.
Education & Certification
- University of Colorado Boulder - Bachelor in Arts, Astronomy
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- SAT
- Astrophysics
- Python
- +37 subjects
Jude: Boulder ACT test prep instructor
...and Engineering Physics. I have been tutoring students professionally for one year, but also through my schools for 5 years now. I tutor most kinds of Math and Science, and love doing so; being able to help spread understanding of a difficult concept never fails to bring me joy. As a current student, I understand how lecturing is often not the most effective (or interesting) way to learn, so I like to be very interactive...
Education & Certification
- Colorado School of Mines - Bachelor of Science, Applied Physics
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- SAT Subject Tests
- SAT
- PSAT
- +60 subjects
Oliver: Boulder ACT test prep instructor
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Education & Certification
- University of Colorado Boulder - Bachelors, Biochemistry and Molecular, Cellular, & Developmental Biology
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- Advanced Placement
- SAT
- Multivariable Calculus
- +79 subjects
Blake: Boulder ACT test prep instructor
...time, typically Calculus, Statistics, and Physics, but with a handful of Engineering and Spanish courses as well. I worked with students from Business, Engineering, I-Phy, you name it. I also worked with high-school students from around Boulder. After graduating in May, I spent three months in South America, where I taught elementary school students in English and Math. I just moved to Denver and am excited to get started with Varsity Tutors!... I adapt my teaching style to each student individually. Tutoring is more than a job; it's an opportunity to inspire a student and unlock an entire new pool of ideas and concepts. Calculus, Physics, and Statistics all play such beautiful roles in our beautiful world; I want to show you how.
Education & Certification
- University of Colorado Boulder - Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- ISEE
- SAT
- GED
- +39 subjects
JoAnn: Boulder ACT test prep instructor
...empowerment and self-awareness. My main goal as a teacher is to instill a sense of empowerment and self-awareness through Literature and the Language Arts in the skills of reading and writing. The art of literature and all that it encompasses can be a powerful tool in the discovery of one's self and others, for literature can open new doors to new worlds while at the same time validate one's own life and experiences. The art...
Education & Certification
- Shepherd University - Bachelors, English Education
- Shepherd University - Masters, English Education
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- SAT
- CLEP
- SAT Subject Tests
- +38 subjects
Doug: Boulder ACT test prep instructor
...taught college courses in psychology and organizational behavior, and recently received a Master of Arts in Teaching from the University of Northern Colorado. I enjoy working with students of all ages and backgrounds. My tutoring style emphasizes identifying and building upon student strengths, adapting my methods and explanations to best meet the needs of individual students. I enjoy helping students develop specific skills and meet their immediate goals, but I love helping students experience joy...
Education & Certification
- University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Bachelors, Psychology
- University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - PHD, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- ISEE
- PSAT
- GED
- +71 subjects
Kelcey: Boulder ACT test prep instructor
I have 6 years of teaching experience in grades 6-12. Over the years I have taught everything from low level classes to AP Statistics. I have a passion for what I do and a love of math. I can't wait to use my passion and experience to help your student do their best, and feel proud of what they achieved.... To explain or demonstrate every topic in a way that reaches every student no matter where they are at.
Education & Certification
- Indiana State University - Bachelors, Math and Math Education
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- PARCC
- ASPIRE
- SAT
- +24 subjects
Keith: Boulder ACT test prep instructor
...subjects, I am most passionate about Mathematics, Computers, Business, and Continuous Improvement initiatives. In my experience, helping share my knowledge with others has been very rewarding. I am a firm believer in self-improvement, with education leading to an improved quality of life. I aim to challenge and share this passion with my students as they learn concepts, with both formal scheduled tutoring or supporting immediate tutoring needs. In my spare time, I enjoy outdoor activities,...
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- GCSE
- A Level
- CogAT
- +188 subjects
Yuli: Boulder ACT test prep instructor
Throughout college and my two years as a math teacher, I found that there isn't one best teaching method. Instead, each student is unique and this reflects in their learning style. A good teacher will be able to change strategies to accommodate for differences in learning styles. I hope to be the best teacher that I can be by listening to my students and adjust my style of teaching to fit the student's needs.... I believe in teaching that is catered towards the individual. Tutoring on a one-to-one level allows the teacher to incorporate strategies that are best suited to the student's learning style.
Education & Certification
- University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelors, Biochemistry
- University of Colorado Denver - Master in Public Health, Public Health
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- SAT Subject Tests
- Science
- College Biology
- +28 subjects
Michelle: Boulder ACT test prep instructor
...science and math courses, and have really enjoyed the opportunity to encourage enthusiasm for their classes during these sessions. I work to help my students understand the material at a conceptual level so that they can build upon what they have learned in the future, and also focus on organization in problem-solving methods. Outside of tutoring, I study physical therapy at UCD and spend my free time running and hiking with friends.
Education & Certification
- Trinity University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- Middle School Science
- High School Physics
- Science
- +33 subjects