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The ACT Assessment® Test

Getting accepted into your dream college can be a tough thing, but it doesn’t have to be. The ACT Assessment® (ACT) test is designed to make it easier for potential college students to gain admission into their choice schools by basing much of the test on high school curriculum. Universities typically weigh standardized test scores pretty heavily when it comes to admissions, but if you paid attention in high school, the ACT test should be one of the simpler tasks in your college preparation adventure.

A 215 question half-day standardized college entrance exam, the ACT test measures students’ general educational progress and ability to handle college level coursework. The exam covers English, mathematics, reading and science and takes an interest inventory helpful for career and educational planning.

Why take the ACT test instead of the SAT test? The ACT test is required by more four-year colleges than any other college entrance exam, including the SAT. There is also no penalty for wrong answers on the ACT, and it is more straightforward than the SAT. Because the ACT is based on high school courses, students usually feel more comfortable with it than other standardized tests.

An optional 30-minute Writing Test component has recently been added to the ACT. Some schools may require this part of the exam, some may not. You can check to see which colleges require the Writing Test here. Both versions of the exam will be available to students. If your college of choice happens to require this portion of the exam, it would be wise to fully prepare yourself. Contact a freelance proofreader today to ensure a high score on this portion of the exam.

Registration is easy. Students can either do it online or by phone at 1-800-525-6926. Standby testing is also available. Check at your high school for student registration packets.

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