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If you feel as though you could benefit from taking a San Antonio ACT prep course, Varsity Tutors can find you a comprehensive course to help you break down all of the concepts you might see on exam day. The ACT is an extremely well-known standardized exam accepted by undergraduate programs across the country as part of a prospective student's application for admission. Whether you attend Alamo Heights High School, Reagan High School, or another local high school, it is recommended that you take the ACT for the first time as a junior so that you can try again if necessary.
The ACT covers a variety of topics studied over the course of your high school career, and preparing for it can seem impossible on your own. Fortunately, we can place you in a San Antonio ACT class to help you build the study skills you'll need on exam day. Read on to learn more about how we can help you pursue academic success.
What subjects are covered in a San Antonio ACT course?
The ACT is a traditional high-stakes exam with four mandatory sections: Math, Reading, English, and Science. Each of these utilize a multiple-choice format and are scored on a scale from 1-36. There is also an optional Writing section scored from 2-12 that you may need to take for the schools you're applying to. In total, the ACT lasts two hours and 55 minutes without breaks while the ACT Plus Writing is three hours, 35 minutes. Let's take a look at the material covered on each portion of the test:
1. Math
The ACT's Mathematics section consists of 60 questions over a testing session lasting one hour. Items are drawn from all of the topics you have studied in high school, including how to simplify equations, determine the circumference of a circle, rudimentary probability, and the trigonometry of right triangles using a graphing calculator. The use of an approved calculator is permitted on all questions and required on some. The Mathematics section primarily tests your quantitative reasoning and problem-solving skills.
2. Reading
The assessment's Reading section contains 40 questions over a 35-minute testing session. All of the items are based on corresponding reading passages, and you'll need to correctly identify the main idea, differentiate between facts and opinions, understand logical relationships, and summarize what you have read on this section. You are also expected to compare and contrast different texts to prove that you have a comprehensive understanding of each. Your reading comprehension and logical thinking skills are evaluated on this section.
3. English
The ACT's English section is also passage-based, and you have 45 minutes to answer 75 questions. This section stresses the mechanics of the English language, including grammar, punctuation, style, tone, and organization. You are also expected to look at how an author develops a topic, rather than merely understanding what they said. The ACT's English section measures your attention to detail and communication skills.
4. Science
The ACT's Science section consists of 40 items over a testing session lasting 35 minutes. Questions come from all of the scientific topics you are likely to have studied thus far: chemistry, physics, space science, and biology. You are also expected to have a strong command of the Scientific Method and how to interpret data resulting from an experiment. The ACT's Science section measures your interpretation, problem-solving, and analytical abilities.
5. Writing
Finally, the ACT's Writing assessment gives you 40 minutes to plan and compose an essay on an "issue" provided. You will be given three perspectives on the issue, a minimum of one of which must be incorporated into your work. Note that you are free to have a fourth perspective entirely separate from those provided to you, and that disagreeing with a provided perspective and explaining why counts as using it in your essay. This section measures your organizational and written communication skills.
Why should I take a San Antonio ACT course?
Studying in a San Antonio ACT course allows you to learn in a collaborative learning environment. Varsity Tutors vets every instructor we work with, so you can count on a teacher with fantastic communication skills and a solid understanding of the fundamentals of ACT prep. Our live virtual platform also facilitates real-time interactions that feel just like meeting in person, giving you the benefits of attending a physical classroom without the hassle of getting there.
Working with other students also carries several advantages. You are free to interact with your classmates as well as your teacher, allowing you to help them through any learning obstacles they are experiencing to reinforce your own understanding. Likewise, if another student picks up a great test-taking tip outside the virtual classroom, they can share it with you and all of the other students in your San Antonio ACT class. Your classmates can also absorb some of the financial cost of your test prep, giving all of you a superior study experience for a fraction of what it would cost to purchase on your own.
It can also be beneficial to collaborate with multiple people. For example, you might all outline a mock essay and then share what you did to give each other ideas for next time. Alternatively, you can share strategies for eliminating incorrect answer choices if you're feeling stumped. Best of all, you also have the option of setting aside private study time with your instructor to get some individualized attention if you need it.
Varsity Tutors also strives to make attending your course as convenient as possible. We offer both two and four-week course sessions, allowing you to pick the one that works best for you. We also start new courses every week, so it's always a great time to start pursuing your educational goals.
Can I sign up for a San Antonio ACT course online?
Absolutely.You can book either by phone or online, whatever would be more convenient for you. If you still have some questions, trained educational consultants are standing by to answer all of the questions you have about the San Antonio ACT class options Varsity Tutors offers. We look forward to hearing from you soon!

Ashley: San Antonio ACT course instructor
...at Rice University, pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a minor in Biochemistry & Cell Biology. I am also a premedical student, and I hope to attend medical school after I graduate. I have tutored students beginning my sophomore year of high school, working with mathematics and reading at Kumon Learning Center in Brandon, FL, until the summer after my freshman year of college. I then tutored students at the after-school program at...
Education & Certification
- Rice University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- SAT
- PSAT
- SAT Writing and Language
- +27 subjects

Rodolfo: San Antonio ACT course instructor
I enjoy helping others realize their potential and making the impossible possible. Everyone can reach their goals, and it is my goal to help you reach yours! Math is my favorite subject, and I have even participated in competitions for it. I hope to help others fall in love with math as well.
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at San Antonio - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- SAT 8-Week Prep Class
- SAT Subject Tests
- PSAT
- +114 subjects

Julia: San Antonio ACT course instructor
...for me is being able to help someone feel excited and confident about a subject they were originally struggling with. Sometimes people write themselves off as not math people or not readers When faced with a challenging subject, its tempting to think its beyond you. But growing up, anytime I had a question about math, I could go to my dad who taught math at a University level and he would make the subject fun...
Education & Certification
- Rice University - Current Undergrad, Cognitive Sciences
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- Essay Editing
- 10th Grade Math
- Biostatistics
- +52 subjects

Jordan: San Antonio ACT course instructor
...Antonio for the past year, but I originally moved here because I was studying optometry. During college, I had the chance to work with a number of students, teaching and supporting them as they worked hard toward their goals. Math and science can be challenging and frustrating, but I have personally seen what is it like for something to finally click with a student. All students come from different backgrounds, and will have different goals...
Education & Certification
- University of Central Arkansas - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- Algebra 2
- ACT Reading
- Elementary School Math
- +31 subjects

Amanda: San Antonio ACT course instructor
...Science degree in Biology from Union University with minors in Chemistry and Spanish Literature. I have been tutoring a wide variety of subjects for the last six years, and I have worked as a Spanish and Biology teacher at the high school level. I am currently getting ready to start the new school year as a 10th grade Chemistry teacher. I tutor Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, Anatomy and Physiology, elementary and middle school math, Algebra I,...
Education & Certification
- Union University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
- Union University - Unknown, Education
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- Math
- Life Sciences
- Algebra
- +33 subjects

Shreyas: San Antonio ACT course instructor
...Science from The University of Texas at San Antonio. I am currently a third year medical student. I previously worked for Kumon and have six years of experience tutoring students ages 6-25. I also tutor many students in PSAT, SAT, ACT, MCAT, and USMLE. I enjoy tutoring math in general since I took those courses during my high school and undergraduate career. To me its like a puzzle and thus I enjoy helping students piece...
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at San Antonio - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
- American University of the Caribbean - Doctor of Medicine, Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- CLEP
- PSAT
- SAT
- +60 subjects

Megan: San Antonio ACT course instructor
...& Evaluation Director for a local nonprofit organization, which puts young adults in high-need schools to tutor and mentor students to be in-school and on-track for graduation. My undergraduate degree is in Journalism, and I am certified to teach English/Language Arts Reading 7-12. For the past five years, I have worked in San Antonio schools in conjunction with my employer, City Year, which is an education focused non-profit organization. In this time, four of my...
Education & Certification
- University of Florida - Bachelor of Science, Journalism
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- STAAR Grades 3-8
- STAAR
- Advanced Placement
- +51 subjects

Abdul hafiz: San Antonio ACT course instructor
...program in Biology at Texas A&M University, Kingsville. I will be starting my Ph.D. at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio this Fall. To me, studying the intricacies of biological and biochemical processes and pathways that ensure our survival as a living thing, is exciting. I enjoy teaching. I started teaching at An-nur College immediately after completing my Bachelors of Science in Microbiology at Kwara State University, Nigeria in 2013. And...
Education & Certification
- Kwara State University - Bachelor of Science, Microbiology
- Texas AM University Kingsville - Master of Science, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- GED
- SAT Subject Tests
- STAAR Grades 3-8
- +57 subjects

Shaquita: San Antonio ACT course instructor
...California State University, Fullerton. I received my Bachelor of Science in Human Development with a focus on Child and Adolescent Development. Since graduation, I have traveled extensively, tutoring from many different parts of the world. I lived and worked in Thailand at an International School, which gave me much exposure to many different cultures and provided me with lots of tools on how to reach many students from different backgrounds. I am a certified Montessori...
Education & Certification
- California State University-Fullerton - Bachelor of Science, Education
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- SAT
- Social Studies
- College Geography
- +36 subjects

Venkata: San Antonio ACT course instructor
...rising sophomore at Rice University working towards a Bachelors in Sports Medicine and Cell Biology and Genetics. I'm also minoring in Medical Humanities, and am on the pre-med track. I received a 1580 (top 1%) on the SAT with a perfect math section, and scored a 35 on the ACT. I received undergraduate admission into several BS/MD programs, as well as some Ivy Leagues and most of the T-20. I have helped peers and younger...
Education & Certification
- Rice University - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- SAT
- ACT Math
- Essay Editing
- +51 subjects

David: San Antonio ACT course instructor
...Teacher where I teach physics to 11th and 12th graders at Cy-Ranch High School in Cypress, TX. I mainly tutor juniors and seniors in ACT and SAT, math/science subjects, and educator certification candidates. I thoroughly enjoy tutoring. In my mind, what makes a good tutor is someone who can listen to, interact well, and understand the needs of the student. This is so important because it establishes an environment where both the student and the...
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelors, Exercise Science
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- STAAR Grades 3-8
- STAAR EOC
- ISEE
- +90 subjects

Diane: San Antonio ACT course instructor
I am a retired middle school and Algebra teacher. I love teaching math to students who may not have discovered the joy that solving a problem can bring. Learning comes through our mistakes but it is not defined by them.
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- SAT
- CogAT
- HSPT
- +44 subjects

Robert: San Antonio ACT course instructor
I am a passionate educator, who has been in the industry for nearly 20 years. My overall goal is to help and support my students to be successful in their academic, and professional careers. Their WIN is my gain!!
Education & Certification
- Wilmington University - Masters in Business Administration, Health Management and Clinical Assistance
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- CogAT
- UK A Level
- Foundations for College Mathematics
- +13 subjects

Tara: San Antonio ACT course instructor
...learners are gifted with unique skills that when expose to a positive educational environment they will grow emotional, physically and socially. As an educator with more than 15 years in K-12 classes, my philosophy of education is still the blueprint I use that contributes to be being a successful educator and school leader. Not only did I provide students with the tools to be great thinkers and how to solve problems, but I modeled the joy...
Education & Certification
- Troy University - Bachelor of Science, Accounting
- Grand Canyon University - Masters in Education, Elementary and Middle School Administration
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- GED
- STAAR Grades 3-8
- Middle School Reading
- +29 subjects

Dereika: San Antonio ACT course instructor
...Kansas City, Missouri. I graduated undergraduate at Southern University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting. I currently live in San Antonio, Texas. I am an entrepreneur and a licensed notary. I have been married for 8 years, I have a daughter and 3 dogs. I love to help people achieve their goals! I have been a substitute teacher since 2014 which has enabled me to be more passionate about our...
Education & Certification
- Southern University and A & M College - Bachelor of Science, Accounting
- Grand Canyon University - Master of Science, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- GED
- STAAR
- STAAR Grades 3-8
- +70 subjects

Aileen: San Antonio ACT course instructor
...from San Antonio, Texas. I have my bachelor's degree in biology from Saint Mary's University. I tutored math and science courses all throughout my undergraduate years both in-person and online. I also enjoyed lending a hand to my fellow classmates from my elementary to high school years. Tutoring others is something I absolutely love to do. I enjoy using visuals and several colors in the virtual tutoring experience. I will always tailor my tutoring style...
Education & Certification
- St. Mary's University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- ASVAB
- SAT
- TACHS
- +34 subjects

Liza: San Antonio ACT course instructor
...for almost 25 years. I have always had a passion for teaching and helping students succeed in all aspects of their educational journey. I have taught elementary school for 9 years and high school remediation or tutorials for over 16 years. My favorite subject to tutor is anything Math related, followed by Spanish, Science, and English Language Arts. I would describe myself as a teacher that enjoys getting to know the needs of her students...
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at San Antonio - Bachelor, Education 1-8- Gen Ed, Bilingual, ESL
- The University of Texas at San Antonio - Master's/Graduate, Educational Administration
- Walden University - Doctorate (PhD), Educational Administration
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- CLEP
- PSAT
- SAT
- +72 subjects

Dana: San Antonio ACT course instructor
...helping other students excel in their work. My expertise in the area of finance, accounting, and taxation. However, I enjoy tutoring subjects that are number-related (math, finance, accounting, algebra) or technology-related (Excel, Word, PPT). My PhD is in Finance, and I have Masters degrees in Taxation, Forensic Accounting, and an MBA. I have tutored for several years. I enjoy working with students and guiding them to the right strategy, method, and solution. I use a...
Education & Certification
- University of the Incarnate Word - Bachelor in Business Administration, Accounting
- Northcentral University - Doctor of Business Adminstration, Finance
- Florida Atlantic University - Master of Arts, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- UK GCSE
- UK A Level
- STAAR Grades 3-8
- +93 subjects

Jordan: San Antonio ACT course instructor
...Arts in Linguistics from The University of Texas at Austin. Language arts has been a strong passion of mine ever since I can remember, and I'm grateful that I now have the opportunity to share my knowledge and experience with others. There's nothing more rewarding than knowing I've helped someone improve their reading, writing, or their understanding of the English language. My goal is to work with students until they're confident in their skills, and...
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- PSAT
- SAT
- Middle School Reading
- +17 subjects

Sangeetha: San Antonio ACT course instructor
...freshman attending University of Houston in Houston, TX. I believe I am uniquely qualified to tutor students because the experience of high school is still fresh in my mind. I have gone through many AP credit classes and have taken standardized testing like AP, PSAT, SAT, and ACT as recently as a year ago. I am currently honing my tutoring skills by volunteering my time to tutor juniors SAT prep 6 hours a week. On...
Education & Certification
- University of Houston - Bachelor in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- PSAT
- SAT
- STAAR EOC
- +68 subjects