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Neil

Certified Tutor

Neil

Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
Neil's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
College Algebra
Trigonometry
Pre-Calculus

I am a graduate of University of Delaware, where I studied Anthropology and Theatre Performance. I have tutored extensively in math subjects (including SAT/ACT prep) which I have always enjoyed, being the son of a math professor. I have worked in various capacities as a math tutor/teacher, including...

Education

University of Delaware

Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology

Test Scores
SAT
1470
ACT
34
Natalie

Certified Tutor

Natalie

Bachelor's
Natalie's other Tutor Subjects
SAT Math
SAT
ACT

A finance major might seem like an odd fit for ACT English, but Natalie's Political Science minor at BYU meant writing and revising argumentative essays constantly — the same skill set behind the section's rhetorical strategy and passage organization questions. She scored a 33 ACT composite and teac...

Education

Brigham Young University

Bachelor's

Test Scores
SAT
1520
ACT
33

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

Scoring a 36 ACT composite means John knows exactly how the English section tries to trip students up — from comma splice traps to rhetorical strategy questions buried in transition sentences. His English and Drama background gives him a natural ear for the grammar and style conventions the test rew...

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

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

Scoring a perfect 36 ACT composite means Sugi knows exactly how the English section tests grammar — from comma splices and apostrophe rules to rhetorical strategy questions about paragraph organization. She breaks each question type into a decision tree so students can identify what's being tested b...

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

8+ years

Bidyut

Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Bidyut's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
Pre-Algebra
Pre-Calculus
Differential Equations

Biomedical engineering at Johns Hopkins means Bidyut writes with the kind of tight, technical precision that maps perfectly onto ACT English — every word in a research paper has to earn its place, just like every answer choice on conciseness and redundancy questions. He teaches the section's punctua...

Education

Johns Hopkins University

Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering

Test Scores
Perfect Score
ACT
36

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Alyssa

Bachelor of Science, Kinesiotherapy
Alyssa's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Calculus
Algebra

Most ACT English mistakes come down to a handful of grammar patterns — comma splices, subject-verb agreement across long phrases, and misplaced modifiers — that repeat throughout the test. Alyssa teaches students to spot these specific patterns quickly, drawing on her own 35 composite score and her ...

Education

Texas Christian University

Bachelor of Science, Kinesiotherapy

Texas Woman's University

Doctor of Science, Physical Therapy

Test Scores
ACT
35

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Vinson

Bachelor in Arts, Computational Mathematics
Vinson's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Trigonometry

I'm currently a freshman at Rice University studying applied math. I've always had a love for sharing knowledge with others, and I started tutoring when I was a junior in high school. As a former AP student and a National AP Scholar, I have the experience necessary to guide my students through chall...

Education

Rice University

Bachelor in Arts, Computational Mathematics

Test Scores
Perfect Score
ACT
36

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Eisha

Bachelor of Science, Public Health
Eisha's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Geometry
Calculus

Public health writing is all about clarity under constraint — distilling complex data into clean, unambiguous prose — and Eisha carries that editorial discipline into the ACT English section, where trimming redundancy and choosing precise transitions account for a huge chunk of the questions. Her 36...

Education

The University of Texas at Austin

Bachelor of Science, Public Health

Test Scores
Perfect Score
SAT
1550
ACT
36

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Jiatian

AB
Jiatian's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT

Medical school trains you to read dense passages fast and extract exactly what matters — Jiatian applies that same triage instinct to the ACT English section, where 75 questions in 45 minutes rewards quick, decisive editing over deliberation. As a Rice AB graduate now finishing med school, she treat...

Education

Rice University

AB

Test Scores
ACT
35

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Harsh

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Harsh's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

Scoring a 35 ACT composite while deep in a biology program means Harsh learned to treat the English section like a lab protocol — systematic, rule-based, no guessing. He zeroes in on the punctuation and sentence structure patterns the test loves to recycle, teaching students to identify exactly whic...

Education

The University of Texas at Austin

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Test Scores
SAT
1520
ACT
35

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Sajel

Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Sajel's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

Scoring a 35 ACT composite means Sajel knows the English section inside out — the way it cycles through comma rules, subject-verb agreement, pronoun clarity, and rhetorical strategy questions in predictable patterns. She teaches students to recognize what each question is actually testing so they ca...

Education

Rice University

Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Test Scores
ACT
35

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Adam

Bachelor of Science, Communication, General
Adam's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Geometry
Calculus

As a working teacher in Dallas ISD, Adam edits student writing every day — catching the same comma splices, redundant phrasing, and transition errors that the ACT English section recycles in nearly every passage. That daily classroom experience, paired with his 35 ACT composite, means he can quickly...

Education

Texas Christian University

Bachelor of Science, Communication, General

Test Scores
SAT
1500
ACT
35

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Whitney

Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Whitney's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
Geometry
Calculus 3

Biomedical engineering at Texas A&M means Whitney writes dense technical reports daily — and that constant editing reflex is exactly what powers her through the ACT English section's 75 questions in 45 minutes, especially the conciseness and rhetorical strategy items where you need to cut filler fas...

Education

The Texas A&M University System Office

Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering

Test Scores
ACT
35

Certified Tutor

7+ years

Kavitya

Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
Kavitya's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Pre-Calculus
Calculus
Algebra

I am a prematriculant student at the University of Chicago. In high school I took advanced STEM courses at the University of North Texas through a high school program called the Texas Academy of Math and Science. I love taking high level math courses, but I get even more excited when I can help frie...

Education

University of North Texas

Bachelor of Science, Mathematics

Test Scores
SAT
1550
ACT
35

Certified Tutor

Vy

Bachelor in Arts, Cognitive Studies
Vy's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Statistics
Elementary Math

Tutoring algebra and English in under-resourced schools taught Vy something most ACT prep skips — how to make grammar rules stick for students who never learned them formally in the first place. She builds that same ground-up approach into ACT English prep, turning the section's recycled punctuation...

Education

Vanderbilt University

Bachelor in Arts, Cognitive Studies

Test Scores
ACT
35

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Frequently Asked Questions

The ACT English section tests your ability to identify and correct errors in grammar, punctuation, and sentence structure, plus evaluate writing style and organization. You'll answer 75 questions in 45 minutes across five passages, which means pacing is critical. The section focuses on practical writing skills rather than memorizing grammar rules, so understanding how to apply conventions in context is key.

Score improvement depends on your starting point and effort level, but students typically see gains of 2-4 points on the ACT composite with focused preparation. The English section is particularly responsive to targeted practice because many errors follow predictable patterns—once you learn to spot them, you can apply that skill consistently. Working with a tutor helps you identify your specific weak areas (like comma rules or sentence fragments) and build confidence through repeated practice.

The biggest challenge is pacing—45 minutes for 75 questions leaves only about 30 seconds per question, so many students rush through passages and miss details. Other common struggles include distinguishing between similar grammar rules, understanding rhetorical questions about writing style, and recognizing when a sentence is actually correct (not all questions have errors). Students also often overthink questions instead of trusting their instincts, which costs valuable time.

Most students benefit from 4-8 weeks of focused preparation, depending on their current skill level and target score. If you're aiming for significant improvement, starting with a diagnostic practice test helps identify which grammar concepts or question types need the most work. Consistent practice—ideally 3-4 sessions per week—works better than cramming, since building pattern recognition takes time and reinforcement.

Practice tests are essential because they help you get comfortable with the format, build your pacing skills, and identify patterns in the types of errors tested. Taking full practice tests under timed conditions is especially valuable—it's different from doing isolated grammar drills because you experience the real pressure and fatigue of the test. After each practice test, reviewing your mistakes with a tutor helps you understand why you missed questions and adjust your strategy.

Test anxiety often stems from feeling unprepared or unsure about your approach, so building confidence through practice is the best antidote. Developing a consistent strategy—like skimming passages first, tackling easier questions before harder ones, or flagging questions to revisit—gives you control and reduces panic. Tutors can also help you practice breathing techniques and mental strategies during timed sessions so you're ready for test day.

Your first session typically starts with a diagnostic practice test or assessment to pinpoint your strengths and weaknesses—whether you struggle with grammar rules, pacing, or specific question types. From there, Varsity Tutors connects you with a tutor who can create a personalized study plan targeting your needs. Most tutors spend early sessions teaching you a strategic approach to the section, then use practice questions and timed drills to build your skills and confidence.

Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who specialize in ACT English and understand the specific challenges students face on this section. You can get matched with a tutor who fits your schedule and learning style, whether you prefer working through practice tests, focusing on grammar concepts, or building test-taking strategies. The matching process considers your goals, availability, and preferred pace so you get personalized instruction that works for you.

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