ACT Tutoring: Faster and More Focused

Our Custom Approach to ACT Test Prep

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  • Diagnostic Test - The student completes a full-length diagnostic test. (Helpful but not always necessary.)
  • Tutor Selection - Educational Connections' test prep tutoring specialist hand-selects a tutor who will best suit the student's academic needs and personality.
  • Assessment - Your tutor determines the student's strengths, weaknesses, and areas for greatest improvement using a computerized analysis of the diagnostic test results.
  • Program Creation - A custom-designed program with goals is created to enable the tutor to target the areas needing improvement.
  • Session Structure - Instruction and assignments target three key areas: content review, test-taking strategies, and simulated test practice.
  • Streamlined Feedback - Parents receive progress reports after each tutoring session and can access our online portal, which provides practice test scores and feedback, assignments, and scheduling information.

What Parents Are Saying

"We received weekly updates about the progress in each session and the tailored goals for the next session. In the end, our son’s composite ACT score was 5 points higher than his PreACT test, with increases in the individual sections ranging from 2 to 9 points. We believe the coaching, the practice, and the overall test-taking skills gained from Educational Connections were instrumental to this improvement." - James D., Parent

"Corbin has now taken his ACT twice and improved four points from his spring practice test. Given where he started (with a solid score), I had low expectations about the amount of improvement we would see. Four points exceeded my expectations. To be sure, my son worked hard for this result, but it also wouldn't have been possible without the support of Educational Connections. They all receive my highest recommendation." - Katherine W., Parent

ACT Schedule

ACT Test DateIdeal Time to Start Prep
February 10, 2024November 2023
April 13, 2023January 2024
June 8, 2024March 2024
July 13, 2024April 2024

Superior ACT Test Prep

Through highly individualized virtual tutoring using research-based strategies for building test taking skills, Educational Connections offers a superior test prep experience. The caliber of our tutors and the proven approach we use help students prepare not just better but faster.

Instead of a generic, one-size-fits-all program, Educational Connections' tutors quickly assess strengths and weaknesses. Since no time is wasted on what students already know, each session targets areas where improvements will have the greatest impact on test scores. Plus, our tutors know how to use test prep strategies that play to the strengths of each student's learning style for higher engagement in the process and better results.

To get your child matched with one of our ACT Test Prep Tutors or to learn more about our program, please schedule a call below:

Upcoming ACT Mock Test Dates

Mock tests help students gain confidence and endurance. Your student can prepare for the real ACT by taking a full-length, retired version of the ACT. 

$20 Registration- While the mock test itself is free, this fee covers a live proctor on test day, an individualized ACT score report, and a score report review meeting (at a time that's convenient for you).

DateEventLocationRegistrationDeadline to Register
Saturday, April 6, 2024 from 9 AM to 12:30 PM EST ACT Practice Test Virtual Sign UpWed. April 3 at 11:59 PM ET
Saturday, May 11, 2024 from 9 AM to 12:30 PM EST ACT Practice Test Virtual Sign UpWed. May 8 at 11:59 PM ET
Saturday, June 8, 2024 from 9 AM to 12:30 PM EST ACT Practice Test Virtual Sign UpWed. June 5 at 11:59 PM ET
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Mock Test FAQs

How will we receive the practice test?

We will email the test booklet and a meeting link on the Friday before your mock test. Please make sure to add Educational Connections to your email contact list to avoid test confirmation emails going into your spam folder.

What if none of these dates work for me?

If you don’t see a date above that works for you, please email KarenM [at] ectutoring.com to have a test emailed to you.

Can my child forgo the ACT or SAT if they plan to apply to test-optional colleges?

Please click here to read more on this topic and why taking a mock test is often the best first step.

Does Educational Connections host mock tests as fundraisers for high schools?

Yes! If you're interested in holding a virtual ACT mock test for your school as a fundraiser for the PTA or PTSA, please email Jstile [at] ectutoring.com to make arrangements.

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