How ACT Superscoring Actually Works (And the Schools That Don't Do It)
Superscoring lets colleges combine a student's best section scores across multiple test dates. It changes how many times you should sit, and what each sitting should be aimed at — and it's more powerful now that the composite is three sections instead of four.
What Is One ACT Point Actually Worth?
Merit aid at most schools is awarded in score bands, not on a sliding scale — so a single point can be worth nothing or tens of thousands of dollars depending on where it lands. Here's how to find your student's thresholds before they test again.
Why Getting a Perfect 36 on the ACT is Simpler Than You Think
Getting a perfect ACT score isn't about being naturally gifted or grinding for months. Here's the pattern recognition system that makes it simple.
SAT vs. ACT: Most Families Are Preparing for the Wrong Test
I spent 5 years teaching both ACT and SAT. Two years ago, I stopped teaching SAT entirely. Here's why the digital SAT and the Enhanced ACT make the ACT the smarter choice for top scores — updated for the current three-section format.
The Hidden ROI of a High ACT: Beyond Scholarships and College Admissions
Each ACT point is worth $10,000+ in scholarships—but that's just the obvious value. Here's what most families miss about the real ROI of a great ACT score.
I Just Took the Enhanced ACT: Here's Everything Parents Need to Know
I took the Enhanced ACT to see exactly what changed. After scoring 36 over a dozen times, here's what parents need to know about the new format, which sections got harder, and how to prepare your student for success.