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Educational consultants at Varsity Tutors can assist high school juniors and seniors with preparing for the ACT by connecting them with Seattle ACT preparation options. There are many upperclassmen who can't wait to apply for college, but you probably have to take the ACT if you want to boost your chances of entrance in a dream university. Many students who go to schools like Seattle Preparatory School and Garfield High School will take this exam. It's essential for you to do your best since your chance of admission may be based in part on your overall score.
The ACT, or the American College Test, is a five-section standardized exam. If you're finishing up your high school years, you're probably unsure where to begin in test preparation. Don't worry! We at Varsity Tutors can link you with private instruction or a prep class. We can locate a professional Seattle ACT tutor for you if you enjoy one-on-one attention with an educator. We can also match you with a Seattle ACT prep course if you like engaging in group work with your peers. Whatever option you go with, we'll find you the support you need.
What can Seattle ACT prep go over?
The ACT is comprised of five sections including Reading, Mathematics, Science, English, and Writing. The Writing portion is optional, and if you choose to do it, you have three hours and 35 minutes to complete the whole exam. If you don't want to do the Writing portion, your time limit is two hours and 55 minutes. In addition, you will have to bring the following items on test day: a photo ID, a test ticket, a couple of No. 2 pencils, a watch, something to eat during breaks, and a calculator for the Mathematics section. Even though you may already know a little about the ACT, let's go over each section in depth.
The Reading section covers English reading concepts like word/phrase meanings and themes. Each of its 40 multiple-choice questions contains passages that test you on reading comprehension skills that will come in handy for freshman college courses. You'll earn 1 to 36 points, and you have 35 minutes to answer the questions.
The Mathematics section involves subjects like algebra, geometry, and trigonometry. Its 60 multiple-choice questions assess your skills in interpreting equations, using numerical reasoning, and other math concepts. You'll earn 1 to 36 points, and you have an hour to solve the problems.
The Science section deals with chemistry, Earth/space sciences, physics, and biology. Each of its 40 multiple-choice questions measures your ability to analyze data and to apply the scientific method. You'll earn 1 to 36 points, and you have a time limit of 35 minutes.
The English section involves English writing concepts related to grammar, punctuation, sentence structure, etc. Its 75 multiple-choice questions require you to utilize your language and writing skills. You'll earn 1 to 36 points, and you have 45 minutes to answer the questions.
The Writing section measures your drafting, organization, comparison, and analysis skills. Its essay question has one prompt about a topic and three perspectives surrounding that topic. You need to present your own view and make connections between your view and at least one of the provide perspectives. You'll earn 2 to 12 points on this voluntary portion, and you have 40 minutes to complete it.
There could be an experimental portion after the Science section. This will be marked for you, and it won't receive a score. Don't leave any questions unanswered, since there's no penalty for guessing.
What benefits does Seattle ACT prep bring me?
Varsity Tutors can connect you with tutoring or a prep class to assist you with studying for the ACT exam. Each option possesses its own special qualities, and you're more than welcome to sign up for both of them if you choose. Read more about each program.
One-on-one instruction is an excellent way for you to better concentrate on your studies since each session only involves you and the tutor. It's possible for a schoolteacher to set aside time to help you, but it's more difficult for them to personally assist you due to limited time and other responsibilities they have. A private instructor can give you all the time you need since they can work on a flexible schedule. They can conduct lessons at a fast or slow pace and even appeal to your individual learning style. An educator can also offer a listening ear to your concerns. Perhaps, you're undecided about your major or career path. They can provide some guidance to assist you with choosing a vocational path that aligns with your interests. An academic mentor wants you to do well and is willing to help you every step of the way.
If you enjoy working on class projects in school, then you may like partaking in a Seattle ACT prep class. Unlike a school classroom, this one takes place online, enabling you to associate with a teacher and other students through your computer. There are new sessions each week, and you can sign up for a two-week class or a four-week class. You and your peers collaborate to review parts of the ACT test. You all can work on sample math problems to prepare for the Mathematics section or strengthen your grammar skills for the English section. You can also share relaxation tips to try to ease test jitters. You can even seek private help from the teacher if you want direct assistance with certain sections.
This all sounds wonderful. How do I get started with Seattle ACT prep?
Signing up for one or both prep options is really easy. Just dial our number or send a message through our contact form, and an educational consultant will get back to you. We can connect you with private tutors and ACT prep courses quickly and easily. Contact Varsity Tutors today for more information about how a Seattle ACT prep program can help you pursue your collegiate goals.

Josh: Seattle ACT test prep instructor
...and am now completing my D.M.A. at UW as well. All of my degrees are in music composition, a field that allows me to interpret and describe ideas that intrigue me in creative ways using sound. That said, I still have a secret crush on math and science, and I love exploring and analyzing languages and the written word. (In fact, much of the music I have written has been inspired by literary or linguistic...
Education & Certification
- Stanford University - Bachelor in Arts, Music, Concentration in Composition
- University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Masters, Music Composition
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- Graduate Test Prep
- Quantitative Reasoning
- Reading
- +42 subjects

Jeffrey: Seattle ACT test prep instructor
...prepared. Careful, concept-oriented preparation can help ensure that students don’t run into anything radically new on exam day. My preparation strategy aims to give students the instruction they need to recognize as many problem types as possible. Sitting for a standardized test can be a stressful experience for many people. I try to give students a firm toolkit of techniques and tactics so that they do not have to improvise in that kind of situation,...
Education & Certification
- University of Washington - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- GRE
- SAT Writing and Language
- ISEE
- +34 subjects

Amanda: Seattle ACT test prep instructor
...their families to create both short-term and long-term goals to make sure that we stay on track; my priority is ensuring a comfortable space for my students while building up the confidence and knowledge that they need to ace their essays and tests. Outside of my academic interests and experiences, I am passionate about food and the outdoors. I value education, efficiency, wit, kindness, and the Oxford comma, and am constantly searching for new challenges...
Education & Certification
- Washington University in St Louis - Bachelors, English
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- Middle School Math
- Test Prep
- Reading
- +37 subjects

Rick: Seattle ACT test prep instructor
Providing guidance in science and mathematics to help students understand the real-world applications of scientific and mathematical concepts in their everyday lives. I have a B.S.E. in Aerospace Engineering and a B.S. in Sustainable Energy Materials and Technology, and I am pursuing my M.S. in Aerospace Engineering.... Learning science and mathematics through real-world applications that show how concepts can actually be used to solve real problems.... I'd ask them about topics they feel uncomfortable with, as well as understanding how they learn so I can tailor my sessions to their style.
Education & Certification
- Arizona State University - Bachelors, Aerospace Engineering
- Arizona State University - Current Grad Student, Aerospace Engineering
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- SAT Math
- Technology and Coding
- Science
- +44 subjects

Brian: Seattle ACT test prep instructor
...I left high school. During my time in college, I have also tutored peers in mathematics (typically Calculus 1-3) as well as general and organic chemistry. My experience in both high school and college includes formal and informal tutoring. Much of the aforementioned experience pertains to one-on-one or small-group tutoring. In addition to enjoying tutoring, I also enjoy seeing my students succeed. In middle school, I struggled to find motivation in the field of mathematics,...
Education & Certification
- University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Current Undergrad, Chemical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- Linear Algebra
- College Algebra
- AP Calculus BC
- +29 subjects

Kalee: Seattle ACT test prep instructor
...of Washington with a degree in English Language and Literature. I have 10+ years of tutoring experience ranging from elementary students to undergraduate seniors. Additionally, I am a published writer and have worked for multiple literary magazines. I am skilled in writing, reading, editing, research, prose, language acquisition, and literary analysis. I am also proficient in Italian and am working towards fluency. I consider myself to be a very passionate and charismatic person and am...
Education & Certification
- University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Bachelor in Arts, English
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- Introduction to Poetry
- WordPress
- Poetry
- +56 subjects

Adam: Seattle ACT test prep instructor
...Sociology from the University of Cincinnati. I plan on attending law school in the near future, but I have always enjoyed teaching. I started tutoring during my junior year of high school, finding that I had an aptitude for analogies that helped students learn the material. I tutor a large variety of subjects, including LSAT, SAT, and ACT. I also tutor various academic subjects, primarily in the fields of math and science. My favorite subject...
Education & Certification
- University of Cincinnati-Main Campus - Bachelors, Sociology
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- 5th Grade
- PSAT Critical Reading
- Middle School Writing
- +186 subjects

Kriya: Seattle ACT test prep instructor
...semesters, as well as tutored high school students in SAT and ACT test preparation for two years. As such, I am more than capable of teaching any and all sections of the SAT or ACT and any related academic subjects (math until precalculus, English grammar, composition and writing). My favorite subject to tutor is chemistry! It allows me to explain how a lot of things work, and I enjoy relating the behavior of atoms and...
Education & Certification
- University of California-Berkeley - Bachelors, South and Southeast Asian Studies
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- SAT Reading
- Essay Editing
- College English
- +35 subjects

Amelia: Seattle ACT test prep instructor
I am passionate about tutoring and about making students love learning. I can help with test prep, study skills, organizational skills, or a variety of subjects including up to college level physics, chemistry, and biology. I am currently finishing my Master of Athletic Training, and am extremely knowledgeable in the fields of Exercise Science, Anatomy, and Healthcare. In my free time, I love to hike and bike as well as attend sporting events.... When students are struggling with reading comprehension, I will ask them to underline, highlight, and identify any vocabulary words they do not understand. Then, we will begin to puzzle out the meaning of the word using contextual clues. Additionally, I find that preparing adequately for readings by reading subject headings first can allow students to prepare their mind for the task at hand.
Education & Certification
- Saint Louis University-Main Campus - Bachelors, Exercise Science
- Saint Louis University-Main Campus - Current Grad Student, Athletic Training
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- ACT Science
- ACT Reading
- Elementary School Writing
- +52 subjects

Michael: Seattle ACT test prep instructor
...A true sense of reward comes from teaching young students. Most of my students struggled and were often afraid to say what they thought because of the fear of being wrong. As a tutor and mentor, my role is to create a comfortable learning environment where students focus on how wrong answers help them to arrive at the right answer. I always told my students that I am open to all answers and that no...
Education & Certification
- Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University - Bachelors, Chemistry/Biochemistry
- VCU School of Pharmacy - PHD, Pharmacy
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- SAT
- 2nd Grade Math
- 3rd Grade Reading
- +79 subjects

Ross: Seattle ACT test prep instructor
...recently graduated from University of Washington in Biology and Environmental Science. I specialized in Ornithology, the study of birds; I'm a big bird nerd. I've had experience tutoring biology, math, and environmental science for the Athletic Department at UW and serving as a Teacher Assistant for UW's Biology Department, including a biodiversity seminar to Peru. Just like the D1 student athletes I work with, academics sometimes don't come naturally, but I look forward to fixing...
Education & Certification
- University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Bachelors, Biology, Environmental Science
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- Pre-Algebra
- AP Biology
- Statistics
- +26 subjects

Hannah: Seattle ACT test prep instructor
...myself in the region's splendid diversity. This work as an educator has given me experience developing age-appropriate lessons in a variety of areas, including Reading, Writing, Science, and Math. My cultural agility is the result of interactions with students of various nationalities and socioeconomic backgrounds. Although I would be delighted to tutor many subjects, my passion is English. From an early age, I have been fascinated with words and the way we use them. I...
Education & Certification
- Mount Holyoke College - Bachelors, English
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- Elementary School Math
- SSAT
- College World History
- +50 subjects

Corbin: Seattle ACT test prep instructor
...a research laboratory in Seattle, Washington, and I plan to use this experience to pursue a Ph.D. in cognitive neuroscience (the study of how we form and access memories). My interest in neuroscience fuels my philosophy of education. I think all students have a profound capacity to learn and my role as an educator is to help the student unlock their potential. In my time as a teacher and even during my own education, I...
Education & Certification
- University of Notre Dame - Bachelor of Science, Biological Sciences
- University of Portland - Master of Arts, Teaching
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- Statistics
- ACT Math
- Reading
- +49 subjects

Katie: Seattle ACT test prep instructor
Duke University, B.A., cum laude ~ Fulbright Scholar ~ Undergraduate Teaching Fellow I just graduated cum laude from Duke University with a B.A. in Psychology. I have extensive experience tutoring Psychology, English, ESL, Spanish, and SAT prep. I look forward to working with you to achieve your academic goals!
Education & Certification
- Duke University - Current Undergrad, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- Spanish 1
- College Level American History
- SAT Reading
- +70 subjects

Henry: Seattle ACT test prep instructor
...tutor. The flexible schedule means I can travel and have waaaaaay more awesome hobbies than any one man should be allowed to have, basically Indiana Jones! If Indy were a barefoot chemist, and also a future carny... Anyway I really enjoy nerding out about science and science-like things, green/nuclear energy(!!!), videogames, politics, or fantasy. I read a looooot of fantasy and sci-fi! So c'mon, learn something from the most interesting man for the job: MysterRay
Education & Certification
- Lewis & Clark College - Bachelors, Mathematics and Chemistry
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- Statistics
- SAT Subject Test in Mathematics Level 2
- Business Statistics
- +35 subjects

Dana: Seattle ACT test prep instructor
...PhD candidate at the University of Washington, I have plenty of experience tutoring high school, college, and graduate students in the areas of writing, language, rhetoric, English and world literature, as well as corresponding standardized test areas (GRE verbal and written, SAT and ACT verbal, AP language and literature). I also specialize in editorial and proof work, including admission essays and writing samples. My goal is to tailor each tutoring session to the student's needs...
Education & Certification
- University of Southern Mississippi - Bachelors, English
- University of Washington - Current Grad Student, English
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- British Literature
- Graduate Test Prep
- World Literature
- +28 subjects

Clare: Seattle ACT test prep instructor
...University of Oregon's Environmental Science program, and have minors in Biology and Latin American studies. In the fall I will be starting a program in Speech and Hearing Sciences, and plan to follow up with a masters in Speech Language Pathology. During my undergraduate career, I was enthralled with the life sciences, and am passionate about passing that excitement on. The subjects that I love teaching most are Algebra, Geometry, Life Science, and English/Essay Editing.
Education & Certification
- University of Oregon - Bachelor of Science, Environmental Science
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- 9th Grade Writing
- 11th Grade Math
- AP Environmental Science
- +118 subjects

Veena: Seattle ACT test prep instructor
...University of Washington where I earned by Bachelor's Degree in Biology. I have experience working with students from the kindergarten level to undergraduates at universities. I tutor English, writing, science, study methods, and mathematics. When working with new students, the first thing I always do is try to understand how each student learns because each individual is different and everyone learns in a unique way. In my free time, I enjoy hiking, reading, writing, and...
Education & Certification
- University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Current Undergrad, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- Middle School Math
- IB Extended Essay
- High School Chemistry
- +33 subjects

Jessica: Seattle ACT test prep instructor
...five years, teaching and studying in mostly India and Southeast Asia. My tutoring/teaching style combines a big-picture, compassionate approach with detail-oriented and focused efficiency. In other words, I motivate my students by helping them apply their lessons to more than just school, while still focusing on the necessary outcomes of improved scores! I most enjoy helping students with their writing skills, basic-intermediate math skills, college planning, and study/organization skills. In my free time, I can...
Education & Certification
- University of Puget Sound - Bachelor in Arts, International Political Economy
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- High School Level American History
- AP U.S. Government & Politics
- College English
- +36 subjects

Ary: Seattle ACT test prep instructor
...worked as a course assistant and writing tutor to college freshman, helping to bring students with a wide variety of educational backgrounds up to college level. I love helping students learn to craft an argument, chose their thesis and points, and build a structured, polished essay. I believe all students bring a unique and important perspective to their writing, and my job is helping them find their voice. In my free time, I work as...
Education & Certification
- Oberlin College - Bachelor in Arts, English and Comparative American Studies
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- English Grammar and Syntax
- High School English
- World History
- +48 subjects