Changes to the ACT: Tigerway Tells You What you Need to Know!
A couple weeks ago I sent you an email about the big changes coming to the ACT. If you missed it, I detailed how the ACT is getting a bit of a makeover with some major updates. You can check out that email here!
In short, here’s what’s new:
Optional Digital Testing: The ACT will be available in a digital format starting in Spring 2025 for U.S. students. International students can take the digital version starting in Fall 2025.
Optional Science Section: The Science section will become optional. Students can choose from four versions of the ACT:
ACT: Math, Reading, and English (Grammar)
ACT + Science (Includes a STEM score based on math and science performance)
ACT + Essay Writing
ACT + Science + Essay Writing
What This Means for You
STEM Students: If you’re aiming for a STEM-focused program, consider taking the ACT + Science or ACT + Science + Essay Writing options to showcase your strengths in science.
Humanities Majors: For those interested in humanities, including the ACT Essay Writing section could help highlight your writing skills and strengthen your application.
Shorter Exam: The reduced test length could make the exam less overwhelming and help you manage your time better on test day.
Even with these changes, the ACT remains a significant part of the college admissions process, especially for selective schools. It’s crucial to stay prepared and informed.
To get a deeper understanding of these changes and how they might affect your test strategy, check out the detailed breakdown from Tigerway. Larry Cheung and his team have put together an insightful blog post that dives into the implications of the new ACT format. You can read their full analysis here.
If you are interested in supplemental testing help, schedule a call with Tigerway!
We’re also excited to announce that Larry Cheung (pictured above) will join us for our next dual-webinar.
We’ll discuss the new ACT format in detail and provide additional strategies for navigating these changes. Keep an eye out for more details!
If you’re unsure how these updates might impact your test preparation or college admissions strategy, feel free to connect with us. Book an introduction call, and we’ll help you navigate these changes and plan your next steps!
Best of luck,
Melina Kazanas
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