College and Career Resources

The ACT is not a test that you can really study for. It is a measure of your entire education K-11. However, you can practice and prepare for the test. The following are some recommendations for preparing for the ACT.

• Do as many practice tests as possible. These can be downloaded from www.act.org, and paper copies are available in the counseling office. Pay attention to areas where you need extra preparation.
• Time yourself while taking practice tests. The ACT is a TIMED test. You have to pace yourself during the exam to make sure you get to all of the questions and don’t spend too much time on any one question.
• Take a prep course like:
  • Zapping the ACT is offered through Grand Rapids Community Education. The cost is approximately $91.00; the dates will be Feb 28 &29 6:30-9pm.
  • Get the prep package from www.actstudent.org website for a fee.
  • FREE resources for taking the ACT are available through academy.act.org.
  • More FREE Resources offered through March2success.com
  • AND MORE FREE resources through Learning Express eLibrary