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David

Certified Tutor

6+ years

David

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
David's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Trigonometry
Pre-Calculus
Geometry

Most of ACT Science isn't really about science — it's about reading graphs, interpreting experimental setups, and spotting trends under time pressure. David treats it as a data-literacy exercise, drilling students on how to extract the right information from dense figures without getting lost in unf...

Education

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1570
ACT
36
Nisarg

Certified Tutor

Nisarg

Bachelors, Neuroscience
Nisarg's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
SAT Reading and Writing
ACT Writing

The ACT Science section is really a data-interpretation exam disguised as biology and chemistry. Nisarg's neuroscience training means he reads experimental designs and conflicting-viewpoints passages for a living — he teaches students to extract trends from graphs and tables quickly without getting ...

Education

University of Minnesota

Bachelors, Neuroscience

Test Scores
ACT
34

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Katie

Master of Social Work, Social Work
Katie's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I am a graduate student living in New York and have been tutoring and teaching test prep classes for the past several years. I love working with students to help them gain confidence and understanding in subjects that have been giving them trouble, and I strive to make learning the most positive and...

Education

Fordham University

Master of Social Work, Social Work

Barnard College

Bachelor in Arts, Theater Literature, History, and Criticism

Test Scores
ACT
35

Certified Tutor

Jaya

Bachelors, Genetics & French
Jaya's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Statistics
Middle School Math

The ACT Science section is less about knowing biology or chemistry and more about reading graphs, interpreting experimental designs, and comparing competing hypotheses under time pressure. Jaya's genetics coursework means she actually understands the science behind many of the passages, which lets h...

Education

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Bachelors, Genetics & French

Test Scores
SAT
1530
ACT
35

Certified Tutor

Rohit

Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Economics
Rohit's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

The ACT Science section is really a test of how quickly you can read graphs, tables, and conflicting experimental descriptions — not how much biology or chemistry you remember. Rohit walks students through data-extraction drills that cut through the scientific jargon and zero in on what each questio...

Education

University of Minnesota

Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Economics

Test Scores
ACT
35

Certified Tutor

7+ years

Emily

Current Undergrad Student, Biomedical Engineering
Emily's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Statistics

Most students panic when they see the ACT Science section's cluttered graphs and unfamiliar experiments, but the section is really testing data interpretation, not scientific knowledge. Emily, currently finishing a biomedical engineering degree, teaches students to read figures the way she does in h...

Education

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Current Undergrad Student, Biomedical Engineering

Test Scores
ACT
35

Certified Tutor

9+ years

David

Bachelor in Arts, Public Policy Analysis
David's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
Trigonometry
Statistics

I am a rising senior at Pomona College, a small liberal arts college in California, majoring in Public Policy Analysis with a concentration in Economics and a minor in Mathematics. Born and raised just outside of Minneapolis, I am excited to be tutoring in the area. I've studied a variety of topics ...

Education

Pomona College

Bachelor in Arts, Public Policy Analysis

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1540
ACT
36

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Abbey

Current Undergrad, English, Journalism
Abbey's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I am an honors student at the University of Minnesota studying English and Journalism. I've been tutoring, teaching, and volunteering in schools for five years and specialize in language arts and standardized test preparation.

Education

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Current Undergrad, English, Journalism

Test Scores
SAT
1560
ACT
33

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Audrey

Master in Public Health, Epidemiology
Audrey's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I am an incoming Epidemiology and Global Health Master of Public Health student at the University of Minnesota. I received my undergraduate degree in Mathematics from Grinnell College in 2020 and also have extensive coursework in philosophy, biology, chemistry, and physics. I worked as a calculus tu...

Education

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Master in Public Health, Epidemiology

Grinnell College

Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics

Test Scores
ACT
34

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Marika

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Marika's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math

I am a current veterinary student and lifelong lover of science, literature and learning. My background is primarily in biology and the life sciences, and in addition to my veterinary program, I also work as part of a research team in comparative oncology that develops treatments for cancer that ben...

Education

University of Wisconsin Madison

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Animal Sciences

Test Scores
SAT
1500
ACT
32

Certified Tutor

Brian

Bachelors, Genetics, Cell Biology and Development
Brian's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Arithmetic
Calculus

The ACT Science section is really a data interpretation test disguised as science — success depends on reading graphs, tables, and conflicting viewpoints quickly and accurately. Brian scored a 34 ACT composite and treats each passage as a pattern-recognition exercise, teaching students to locate key...

Education

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Bachelors, Genetics, Cell Biology and Development

Test Scores
ACT
34

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Broden

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Broden's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
College Algebra
Pre-Calculus

I'm a student at the University of Minnesota studying Computer Science with a minor in music. I have a wide variety of experience in many math and science subjects and programming in various languages. I know exactly what it is like to be a student in the subjects I'm tutoring, to struggle with the ...

Education

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Test Scores
SAT
1560
ACT
33

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Cleo

Bachelor in Arts, Political Economy
Cleo's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
PSAT Writing Skills
SAT Reading and Writing

I'm dedicated to critical thought and careful, clear writing. In my independent written work, I focus on issues of political economy, critical theory, and the social and political impacts of technology. I recently also have begun to work on a science fiction novel. In tutoring, I hope to encourage s...

Education

Macalester College

Bachelor in Arts, Political Economy

Test Scores
SAT
1530
ACT
32

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Anna

Bachelor in Arts, Data Processing Technology
Anna's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Geometry
Calculus
Algebra

I am particularly passionate about math as well as standardized test prep. I studied math on a double-accelerated track throughout middle school and high school, covering math from algebra to multivariable calculus. Aside from teaching academic subjects, I am also trained in playing the piano and vi...

Education

University of California-Berkeley

Bachelor in Arts, Data Processing Technology

Test Scores
ACT
34

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Matt

Current Undergrad, Mathematics
Matt's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Pre-Calculus

Most students overthink the ACT Science section — it's less about knowing biology or chemistry and more about reading graphs, interpreting data trends, and spotting conflicting viewpoints between researchers. Matt treats each passage like a mini puzzle, teaching students to ignore filler text and ze...

Education

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Current Undergrad, Mathematics

Test Scores
ACT
34

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Frequently Asked Questions

The ACT Science section tests your ability to interpret data, understand scientific concepts, and reason through experiments—not memorization of science facts. You'll work with charts, graphs, tables, and experimental descriptions across biology, chemistry, physics, and earth science. The section has 40 questions in 35 minutes, so pacing and quick comprehension are key skills.

Most students struggle with time management—40 questions in 35 minutes means you have less than a minute per question. Many also find it hard to extract relevant information from dense graphs and tables, or they waste time reading lengthy passage introductions instead of jumping to the questions first. Understanding the different question formats (data representation, research summaries, and conflicting viewpoints) helps you approach each passage strategically.

Score improvement depends on your starting point and effort, but most students see meaningful gains within 4-8 weeks of focused preparation. A tutor can help you identify whether you're losing points due to timing issues, comprehension gaps, or unfamiliar question formats—then target those specific weaknesses. Consistent practice with feedback typically leads to 2-4 point improvements, with some students gaining more.

Most successful students skip the lengthy introductions and go straight to the questions, then reference the data as needed. This saves time and keeps you focused on what's actually being tested. It's also important to recognize the three question types early—data representation passages require chart reading, research summaries test experimental understanding, and conflicting viewpoints ask you to compare different perspectives. A tutor can help you practice and refine the strategy that works best for your strengths.

Most students benefit from taking 3-5 full practice tests under timed conditions, spacing them out over several weeks. This builds stamina and helps you identify patterns in what trips you up. Between full tests, focus on targeted practice with specific question types or passages where you're weaker. A tutor can review your practice test results to pinpoint which strategies are working and where you need more work.

Pacing improves through deliberate practice—start by working through passages without a timer to build accuracy, then gradually add time pressure. Many students find it helpful to spend 5-7 minutes on each passage (including all questions), which leaves a buffer for review. If you're consistently running out of time, a tutor can help you identify whether you're overthinking questions, spending too long on difficult passages, or need to skip and return to harder questions strategically.

Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who specialize in ACT Science and understand the pacing and strategy challenges that Minneapolis students face. You can choose personalized 1-on-1 instruction that fits your schedule and learning style. When you connect with a tutor, they'll assess your current strengths and weaknesses, then create a focused plan to boost your score before test day.

Test anxiety often stems from feeling unprepared or uncertain about your approach—building confidence through consistent practice is the best antidote. A tutor can help you develop a reliable strategy you trust, so you spend less mental energy on "how do I do this?" and more on actually solving problems. Practicing under timed conditions also reduces anxiety on test day because the format becomes familiar and manageable.

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