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Grant

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Grant

Bachelor in Arts, English
Grant's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math
SAT Reading and Writing

Grant's English degree makes him a natural fit for the ACT's Reading and English sections, where rhetorical analysis and grammar rules decide most questions — but his 35 composite proves he's just as dangerous on Math and Science. He teaches across all four sections plus Writing, building section-sp...

Education

University of Oklahoma Norman Campus

Bachelor in Arts, English

Test Scores
SAT
1530
ACT
35
Angela

Certified Tutor

Angela

Current Undergrad, Environmental Science
Angela's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math

Substitute teaching across K-12 classrooms gave Angela a clear picture of how different learners freeze up under timed pressure — something she applies directly to ACT prep, where she earned a 33 composite. Her environmental science coursework keeps the Math and Science sections grounded in real pro...

Education

Northeastern University

Current Undergrad, Environmental Science

Test Scores
SAT
1500
ACT
33

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Tobi

BS
Tobi's other Tutor Subjects
Geometry
High School Physics
ACT Science
SAT Math

I am a professional scientist with multiple years of experience in the biopharmaceutical field. I have spent time in the classroom with elementary aged students and am comfortable with this age group. I am also familiar with AP classes and ACT/SAT preparation. I look forward to sharing my love of l...

Education

Northwestern University

BS

Test Scores
SAT
1500
ACT
32

Certified Tutor

Antonia

Bachelor's (in progress)
Antonia's other Tutor Subjects
ACT English
SAT
AP English Literature and Composition
College Application Essays

Preparing for the ACT means juggling four sections with very different pacing demands — English gives you 36 seconds per question while Science gives you roughly 53. Antonia builds section-specific timing strategies and teaches students which question types to attack first and which to flag and revi...

Education

University of Washington

Bachelor's (in progress)

Test Scores
SAT
1470
ACT
33

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Ilesh

Bachelor of Science, Industrial Engineering
Ilesh's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Statistics
Calculus
Algebra

Georgia Tech's Industrial and Systems Engineering program sits at the crossroads of math, data analysis, and logical reasoning — which means Ilesh trained daily in exactly the quantitative and analytical thinking the ACT tests across Math, Science, and even the evidence-based Reading questions. He e...

Education

Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus

Bachelor of Science, Industrial Engineering

Test Scores
Perfect Score
ACT
36

Certified Tutor

16+ years

John

Bachelor of Fine Arts, English/Drama
John's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
College Algebra
Middle School Math
Geometry

An English and drama background might not scream ACT prep, but John's 36 composite — a perfect score — means he's mastered every section of the test, and his theater training makes him unusually good at close reading the rhetorical and narrative passages that stall most students on Reading and Engli...

Education

University of St Thomas

Bachelor of Fine Arts, English/Drama

American Academy of Dramatic Arts

Associates, Acting

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1420
ACT
36

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Alex

Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering
Alex's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Pre-Calculus
Calculus
Algebra

Medical school at the University of Arizona sharpened Alex's science and reading comprehension chops, but it's the chemical engineering degree from Washington and Lee that keeps his ACT Math strategies rigorous — and tutoring since 2010 means he's seen every version of the test's recurring traps acr...

Education

Washington and Lee University

Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1590
ACT
36

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Elliot

Doctor of Philosophy, Neuroscience
Elliot's other Tutor Subjects
Statistics Graduate Level
Pre-Algebra
Statistics
Middle School Math

Elliot's neuroscience PhD means he's spent years designing experiments, interpreting data, and writing precisely — the exact skill set the ACT tests across all four sections, from Science passage analysis to the grammar logic underlying English questions. He earned a perfect 36 composite and uses th...

Education

Hampshire College

Bachelor in Arts, Cognitive Science

Vanderbilt University

Doctor of Philosophy, Neuroscience

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1540
ACT
36

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Sugi

Bachelor's degree in Cognitive Science and Biochemistry & Cell Biology
Sugi's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Middle School Math
Geometry

Medical school admissions committees at both Rice and Baylor trusted Sugi to evaluate candidates — that same ability to spot exactly where someone's reasoning breaks down is what she brings to ACT prep, section by section. Her 36 composite and dual background in cognitive science and biochemistry me...

Education

Rice University

Bachelor's degree in Cognitive Science and Biochemistry & Cell Biology

Baylor College of Medicine

Doctor of Medicine, Ophthalmic Technology

Test Scores
Perfect Score
ACT
36

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Chelain

PHD, PhD: Molecular Pharmacology and Structural Biology; MD: Medicine. Currently a Resident in Radiation Oncology at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. C
Chelain's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
College Essays
Literature

Scoring a 33 on the ACT while juggling a dual PhD/MD track gave Chelain a firsthand appreciation for efficient test strategy — knowing when to skip, when to guess, and how to manage the clock across all four sections. As a radiation oncology resident at Northwestern, she brings the same analytical p...

Education

Thomas Jefferson University

PHD, PhD: Molecular Pharmacology and Structural Biology; MD: Medicine. Currently a Resident in Radiation Oncology at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. C

Swarthmore College

Bachelors, Biology, Psychology

Test Scores
SAT
1550
ACT
33

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Anna

Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
Anna's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
Middle School Science
PSAT Writing Skills

Northwestern's Honors Program in Medical Education compressed Anna's premed and MD training into a single accelerated track — meaning she learned early how to master large volumes of material under tight time constraints, which is essentially what the ACT demands across all four sections. She scored...

Education

Northwestern University

Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology

Northwestern University

Graduated (Honors Program in Medical Education)

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1590
ACT
36

Certified Tutor

15+ years

Austin

Bachelors
Austin's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary Math
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math

Classics and philosophy trained Austin to do two things quickly: parse dense texts and build logical arguments from limited evidence — which maps almost perfectly onto ACT Reading and Science, where students need to extract answers from unfamiliar passages under serious time pressure. His 33 composi...

Education

University of Notre Dame

Bachelors

Test Scores
SAT
1570
ACT
33

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Logan

Master of Divinity, Ministry
Logan's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Geometry
Calculus
Algebra

Logan teaches every ACT section with equal fluency — his communication degree sharpens the English and Reading approach, while his calculus and physics background keeps the Math and Science strategies grounded in actual content rather than shortcut gimmicks. That 36 composite means he's seen the cei...

Education

The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary

Master of Divinity, Ministry

University of Kentucky

Bachelor in Arts, Communication, General

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1400
ACT
36

Certified Tutor

Eric

Bachelor in Business Administration, Business
Eric's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Algebra 3/4
Middle School Math

Eric's business administration background might seem unusual for ACT prep, but it gave him exactly the kind of cross-disciplinary fluency the test rewards — reading dense passages quickly, interpreting data under pressure, and writing structured arguments for the optional Writing section. He earned ...

Education

University of Michigan

Bachelor in Business Administration, Business

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1570
ACT
36

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Emily

Master of Public Health (MPH), concentration in Epidemiology and Global Health
Emily's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

Double-majoring in molecular biology and French at Yale gave Emily something most ACT tutors lack — genuine fluency in both the STEM and humanities sides of the exam, so she's not faking comfort in any section. She earned a perfect 36 composite and uses her epidemiology training to teach the Science...

Education

Yale University

Master of Public Health (MPH), concentration in Epidemiology and Global Health

Yale School of Public Health

Master in Public Health, Public Health

Yale University

Bachelor of Science (B.S.), double major in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology and French

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1550
ACT
36

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Frequently Asked Questions

The University of Washington typically admits students with ACT scores of 28-34, with most admitted students scoring 30 or higher. A score of 30+ puts you in a strong position for admission, while 33+ is competitive for their most selective programs. Since UW is Washington's flagship university and highly selective, aiming for at least a 30 on your composite score is a solid goal for for students in Seattle.

The ACT Science section (35 minutes, 40 questions) doesn't require deep science knowledge—it focuses on data interpretation, graph reading, and scientific reasoning. You'll analyze charts, tables, and experimental results to answer questions. Many students find this section challenging because it's unique to the ACT and requires quick pattern recognition under time pressure. Tutoring can help you develop efficient strategies for extracting key information and managing the fast pace.

Most juniors benefit from starting ACT prep in the fall or early spring, giving 3-4 months before taking the test in April or June. This timeline allows time for diagnostic testing, targeted skill-building, and multiple practice tests. If you're aiming for a competitive score (28+) for selective colleges, starting earlier gives you flexibility to retake the test if needed and still submit scores by college application deadlines.

Most students see improvements of 2-4 points on their composite score with focused preparation, though some improve more depending on their starting point and effort. Students who struggle with pacing or specific sections (like Science or Math) often see the biggest gains. With personalized 1-on-1 instruction, tutors can identify your weak areas and create targeted strategies—for example, if you're rushing through Reading, a tutor can help you optimize your approach to gain 1-2 points in that section alone.

Both tests are equally accepted by colleges nationwide, but the ACT has gained popularity in Washington state in recent years. The choice between them often comes down to personal preference—some students prefer the ACT's straightforward format and faster pace, while others do better with the SAT's approach. Many Seattle-area students take a practice test in each format to see which aligns better with their strengths before committing to one test.

The ACT moves quickly—you have roughly 45 seconds per English question, 1 minute per Math question, and about 50 seconds per Reading question. Effective time management starts with knowing which question types you can answer quickly and which need more thought. Tutors can teach you pacing strategies like skipping difficult questions initially, using process of elimination efficiently, and practicing with timed sections so the pace feels natural on test day.

Yes—the ACT Math section covers material through trigonometry, which the SAT doesn't emphasize as heavily. About 10% of ACT Math questions involve trigonometry concepts like sine, cosine, and tangent. If trig is a weak spot for you, targeted tutoring can help you master these concepts and the specific ways the ACT tests them, often gaining you 1-2 points on the Math section.

Most colleges do NOT superscore the ACT like they do the SAT—they typically look at your single best composite score. However, some schools will consider your best scores from different test dates if you retake it. This means you should aim to perform your best on one test date, though taking the ACT twice (spring junior year and fall senior year) gives you a realistic opportunity to improve if needed for your target schools.

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