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If you're a student at St. Joseph's Preparatory School or Central High School, Varsity Tutors can set you up with a Philadelphia ACT course to address all your study and preparation needs. The ACT is one of the most important standardized tests you've taken so far. Your grades aren't enough; you must demonstrate how well you understand and can work with a variety of concepts at an introductory college level. Admissions departments must have some way to measure the capabilities of every student that applies to their institutions. The ACT has been formatted to address the skills deemed most essential for success.
The ACT covers concepts from elementary school up to grade 12. As such, a Philadelphia ACT class can cover a wide range of subjects to help you remember topics from the past and fill in any possible learning gaps. Collaborating with an experienced instructor online and your peers can provide a new dimension to studying that you might not find alone. On an exam that tests your knowledge, reasoning, and endurance in many subjects, adequate preparation is essential.
What Does a Philadelphia ACT Course Help Me Review Before the Test?
Varsity Tutors is committed to helping students find the most thorough review available so they can approach an exam with confidence. Poor study skills, inadequate reviews, and a lack of confidence can impede a student's performance. That's why we've created a plan that each Philadelphia ACT prep course follows, which includes coverage on the Math, Reading, English, and Science as well as the optional Writing section of the ACT.
The ACT Math section asks 60 questions about elementary and intermediate algebra (as well as pre-algebra topics), coordinate and plane geometry, and trigonometry. You'll need to show your understanding of trigonometric functions and algebraic equations, and demonstrate your ability over 60 minutes. Beforehand, you'll want to brush up on concepts such as numerical reasoning, graphing/modeling/solving expressions, interpreting equations, and working with distributions and probabilities.
A 35-minute Reading section includes 40 passage-based questions. By carefully reading each passage and choosing the correct answer, you can showcase your level of reading comprehension. There are various concepts to understand. These include knowing the meanings of words and phrases and identifying the difference between facts and opinions. You'll also need to summarize ideas, find central ideas and themes, and understand relationships between ideas presented in the passages.
While the previous section touches on comprehension, the English section demonstrates your technical ability and understanding of English. Questions refer to the sentence structure, usage, grammar, and punctuation of passages, as well as how you follow the development of a topic and interpret the style and tone of language. Over 45 minutes, you must answer 75 questions on this part of the ACT.
For the 40-question Science section, you are allotted 35 minutes to complete it. The subjects covered include biology, Earth/space sciences, chemistry, and physics. There is a heavy focus on problem-solving and analyzing, interpreting, and evaluating data, which are presented in different formats. You'll also need to demonstrate your working knowledge of the scientific method along with tools, procedures, and designs of scientific investigations and experiments.
The Writing section, an optional component of the ACT, requires you write an essay based on a single question, in 40 minutes. During this time, you must understand the prompt, assess its three perspectives, and write a response with your own perspective that also makes connections between your opinion and at least one of the three presented. This section is an assessment of your writing skills. It also showcases your ability to analyze, make comparisons, and draft and organize a college-level composition.
How Can a Philadelphia ACT Course Help Me Study?
Some high school students feel they can study more efficiently on their own. On some levels, this may be true, but Varsity Tutors is familiar with the type of preparation needed to reach for one's performance goals on a standardized test. Each course offers a collaborative environment in which you connect with an expert instructor and your peers online. A live virtual platform enables you to see, hear, and interact with everyone who participates. Collaborating with others can help you better prepare and apply new study skills while advancing your confidence in advance of the exam.
Your instructor can also provide a lot of insights into the test, in addition to providing a comprehensive review of academic subjects. A review helps because some topics may have been covered a long time ago. You also might miss some concepts you may not fully understand. With a Philadelphia ACT class, you can fill in gaps so these don't get in the way of reaching for your ACT goals. Classes can teach the exam format, give you tools and methods for answering tough questions, and use practice tests to help you anticipate what is covered and work on your pacing.
How Do I Find a Philadelphia ACT Class That Matches My Schedule?
High school students have busy lives. They must balance school, a social life, family obligations, and oftentimes work. That's why Varsity Tutors offers two- and four-week classes. Also, new classes start on a weekly basis. You can choose an option during or later in the day or on the weekend, while the flexibility of instructors enables you to seek one-on-one help from them if needed. Therefore, all your learning opportunities, questions, and concerns can be addressed.
You've invested so much in your education. Don't fall short now by missing out on opportunities to prepare for the ACT in a productive manner. You can learn how to apply foundational skills in a way you might not have thought possible. A Philadelphia ACT course can give you a boost that impacts your performance and helps you reach for important test score goals while making a potential impact on your academic performance in the near future. Contact Varsity Tutors for assistance and to learn more. An educational consultant will discuss your options and help you sign up so you can get started right away.

Ziyue: Philadelphia ACT course instructor
...two distinct fields allow me to have multifaceted career options, spanning architectural school, biology research or academia. I had been tutoring Chinese, writing and math for two years, and I am continuing to teach Mandarin and Cantonese on college campus. I was born in Guangdong, China, and I moved to the states when I was in middle school, thus allowing me to be completely fluent in all three languages. I value my culture a lot,...
Education & Certification
- Swarthmore College - Current Undergrad, Biology and Art
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- Conversational Mandarin
- Mandarin Chinese 3
- Mandarin Chinese 1
- +13 subjects

Kevin: Philadelphia ACT course instructor
...I understand how stressful and competitive academics can be in and around this area. I tutor several subjects though I am strongest in the humanities particularly in preparation for the AP European/American History exams as well as the AP American Government/Comparative Politics exams. I also offer ACT/SAT Writing, ACT/SAT Reading, SAT Verbal and ACT English tutoring. My approach to tutoring is centered on the belief that nothing is particularly difficult if you just break it...
Education & Certification
- American University - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- History
- ACT Reading
- ACT English
- +15 subjects

Miguel: Philadelphia ACT course instructor
...philosophy is to use extensive questioning to help students forge their own pathway. Naturally, questions from students are encouraged and valued during all of my sessions. I emphasize a strategy based approach to studying, and keep an updated list of strategies that my students are finding helpful. I prefer to test mastery of material via a role reversal in which I see if the student can teach me how to correctly solve problems and arrive...
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelors, Computer Science / English
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- High School World History
- Social Networking
- AP Physics 1
- +176 subjects

Nick: Philadelphia ACT course instructor
...and the sciences, two subjects that are notoriously difficult; the key is in the manner of teaching. As an experienced mathematician and tutor, I know that often students are not taught in a manner that is conducive to their learning. It's my job to find some method that encourages my students to not only succeed, but to thrive! I bring an infectious enthusiasm with me to tutoring, so be prepared to get excited to learn...
Education & Certification
- University of Pennsylvania - Current Undergrad Student, Physics
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- 10th Grade
- Spanish 4
- 8th Grade Writing
- +111 subjects

Stephanie: Philadelphia ACT course instructor
...I also spent two years as a T.A., teaching undergraduate courses in film studies and related fields. I firmly believe that self-confidence, far more than ambition or natural aptitude, is the greatest determinant of success in an academic setting. By "confidence" I mean not only confidence in ones mastery of topical material, but, more fundamentally, confidence in ones ability to learn and think independently. As an instructor, I am dedicated to helping students succeed because...
Education & Certification
- University of Chicago - Bachelors, Cinema and Media Studies / English Language and Literature
- University of Iowa - Masters, Film Studies
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- Middle School Math
- ASPIRE Reading
- GRE Subject Tests
- +77 subjects

Joshua: Philadelphia ACT course instructor
...New York and Dakar, Senegal. I also received a Certificate in African Studies from the Universit de Paris 1 - Panthon-Sorbonne and focused my research on the social exclusion of African immigrants in Western Europe. Since graduation, I have worked at a public school in Harlem as the College Counselor working with students from grades 6-12. In my two years of experience, I have had the opportunity to network with college admissions counselors across the...
Education & Certification
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, French and Francophone Studies
- University of Pennsylvania - Master of Science, Social Policy
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- Test Prep
- Social Sciences
- TOEFL
- +92 subjects

Vignesh: Philadelphia ACT course instructor
I am currently a rising sophomore at the University of Chicago majoring in economics. I have prior experience tutoring as I joined the SAT Tutoring club my freshman year. I tutor both the SAT and ACT in all sections. I really enjoying helping other students learn and do their best. In my spare time, I enjoy watching sports, especially football and soccer.
Education & Certification
- University of Chicago - Current Undergrad Student, Economics
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- Statistics
- AP Biology
- SAT Verbal
- +19 subjects

Tiannan: Philadelphia ACT course instructor
I have been involved in peer tutoring all throughout high school and am currently also a tutor with the West Philadelphia Tutoring Project. I have found that tutoring is such a fulfilling way to help others succeed while learning new information myself. It also allows me to build new and lasting relationships with those I work with, which is something I have come to value. Outside of school/work, I enjoy dancing, reading, listening to music,...
Education & Certification
- University of Pennsylvania - Current Undergrad, Biological Basis of Behavior
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- AP Chemistry
- Microeconomics
- Algebra 2
- +35 subjects

Andrea: Philadelphia ACT course instructor
I am looking to help students understand and learn whatever materials they are having trouble with. I have tutored for roughly 2 years while I was in high school. I'm currently in my third year of studying Biomedical Engineering at Drexel University. I would like to aid students in any way possible.... I teach students through examples and problem solving.... I would ask the student to go over what topics he/she needs help on. I would also ask what is his/her typical learning style and what works best.
Education & Certification
- Drexel University - Current Undergrad, Biomedical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- PSAT Mathematics
- 3rd Grade Math
- 8th Grade Math
- +52 subjects

Shay: Philadelphia ACT course instructor
I am an undergraduate at the University of Pennsylvania with a passion for independent learning and over 300 hours of tutoring experience for local organizations.... Answers are secondary to process mastery. Teach a student to answer, and they will complete an assignment. Teach a student to think critically, and they will thrive for a lifetime.
Education & Certification
- The University of Pennsylvania - Current Undergrad, Political Science, Environmental Studies
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- AP United States History
- Statistics
- Pre-Calculus
- +111 subjects