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Looking for an ACT review course to perform at your best on test day? Varsity Tutors has San Francisco ACT course offerings that can help you reach for that goal. Private colleges and universities use ACT to see what a student has learned throughout high school and to make decisions regarding student admission, advising, placement, and retention. That means a high score on ACT can affect the kind of future you have in terms of education and career.
Every year, millions of students in schools such as Henry M. Gunn High School and Lowell High School take the ACT with the hopes of getting a top score so that they can increase their chances of entering the college or university of their choice. If you are like them, taking a quality and comprehensive San Francisco ACT prep course could be an excellent way for you to pursue your goals.
A good San Francisco ACT class is one that will help you go through the different sections of the test and help you develop a deeper understanding of its format so that you can answer questions quickly and with higher accuracy. Varsity Tutors has created a course to address this need.
What could a San Francisco ACT course help me review?
In your ACT prep course, your instructor will work with you in reviewing the four sections of the exam: English, Science, Reading, and Mathematics. All of these sections come with multiple-choice questions that you need to answer within their respective time limits. The test is a 2-hour, 55-minute exam that starts at 8:00 in the morning. A good tip to remember is to answer every question-do not skip any because there is no penalty for guessing.
Here are the four sections you will study in detail in your San Francisco ACT class:
1. English
The English section tests your knowledge of language skills including grammar, punctuation, and sentence structure. The test contains 75 questions that you should complete in 45 minutes. In this section, you act as the editor who checks passages for errors and decides if they are coherent and well-organized.
Some of the concepts and skills you will review in your ACT prep course include essential grammar rules, topic development, organization, and unity. You will also tackle the style and tone of language and learn techniques on how to efficiently read passages.
2. Science
This section tests your scientific interpretation and analysis skills, but not so much your stored knowledge of scientific facts. The test is made up of 40 questions, and you are given 35 minutes to answer them. There will be a lot of reading in this section-graphs, charts, passages-and based on those, you will need to evaluate hypotheses, interpret data, and apply the scientific method when answering the questions.
In the duration of your course, you will review concepts that can help you perform at your best in this test. These include manipulating and analyzing scientific data presented in different formats and a review of the scientific method, plus other procedures, tools, and designs of scientific investigation and experimentation.
3. Reading
The Reading section tests your reading comprehension skills, which cover the interpretation of small details and a major theme in a passage. You also may be asked to analyze the author's purpose and tone in passages that range from prose fiction to natural science. The test has a total of 40 questions that you need to finish in 35 minutes.
In order to pursue top scores in this section, you will be trained in identifying central ideas and themes, summarizing ideas, and understanding different types of relationships in a text. You will also review essential skills like differentiating between facts and opinions, and determining word and phrase meanings.
4. Mathematics
This section tests your mathematical skills acquired in courses up to the beginning of grade 12, and questions may come in word problem format or straightforward math problems with graphs, figures, or charts. The test has a total of 60 questions that you need to complete in 60 minutes.
You will get to practice for this section as you review concepts like numerical reasoning, interpreting equations, and geometric shape and solid measurement calculations. You will also review the most important formulas for the ACT Math test since you will not be given any formulas for this section during the test.
How does a San Francisco ACT course help me prepare?
Through personalized and customized attention from your instructor, you can address your core difficulties faster while in your ACT review course. This means that you can cover more topics in a shorter time. Also, working with an experienced and qualified instructor for a standardized test such as ACT can also help you learn tips and strategies for test taking that you may not get exposed to if you are just reviewing on your own.
A San Francisco ACT class is also conducted in a virtual classroom, where you will engage in live and interactive lessons with your instructor and other students. With a group course like this, you will work on critical skills that can help you reach for your target ACT score while learning in a collaborative, fun, and supportive online space. The class is convenient yet intensive, and you can always ask for a one-on-one session with your instructor if you feel there are items or concepts that are difficult to understand.
Performing at your best on the ACT is possible, especially if you prepare for it early and seek the wisdom and guidance of experienced academic instructors. Varsity Tutors can help you find the right San Francisco ACT course depending on your availability. We have review courses that run for 2 weeks or 4 weeks, and they both have multiple sections so you can find one that works with your schedule. If you need more information or if you are ready to start your ACT prep course, don't hesitate to contact us so that we can immediately place you in your preferred section.

Audrey: San Francisco ACT course instructor
...a rising senior at Pomona College with a specialty in critical reading and writing skills. I have prior experience working at my school's writing center to assist first-year students with college-level essays. I have also captained an award-winning collegiate mock trial team for several years, which involves mentoring younger students in oral and written communication skills. In addition to my experience, standardized testing has always been a forte of mine. I am enthusiastic about sharing...
Education & Certification
- Pomona College - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- SAT
- PSAT
- English
- +36 subjects

Jean: San Francisco ACT course instructor
...to immigrating to the U.S. The methods she used to help me learn and to drive my curiosity still influence how I think and learn concepts today. From her, I learned that a meaningful education requires more than just knowing facts and how to find the right answers. A good teacher must help students recognize their individual learning styles, discover any flaws in their foundation knowledge, set reasonable goals, and look for deeper meanings behind...
Education & Certification
- University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelors, B.S. Mathematics/Economics
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- SAT
- ISEE
- SAT Mathematics
- +30 subjects

Jennifer: San Francisco ACT course instructor
...for. For mathematics, I've taken up to Calculus BC in high school, and Multivariable Calculus at UCR. I understand the concepts, but I can also explain them using applicable examples. Really, math is like a language; you need to know the basics before you get speaking fluently. Math can be difficult, but it can be even more fun once you get it. To me, chemistry is the perfect blend of science and math, which is...
Education & Certification
- University of California-Riverside - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- SAT
- ISEE
- CLEP
- +107 subjects

Cody: San Francisco ACT course instructor
...calculus. I also have 5 years of experience tutoring in the sciences, such as biology, chemistry, and physics. My experience has come in the form of private, one-on-one tutoring with students ranging in ages from 7th grade through adult learners, college-level review courses, and even teaching SAT prep courses. My students find me very relatable, and I've heard from several students that having someone close to their own age work with them has been really...
Education & Certification
- Massachusettes Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- SSAT
- Advanced Placement
- PSAT
- +127 subjects

Josh: San Francisco ACT course instructor
My favorite word is "why." And why is that, you may ask? Well, I am subject to a never-ending flow of knowledge because I perpetually wonder why. The search for answers to any question beginning with "why" has taught me everything I know -- and put me in a position to disseminate my knowledge to other people. Tutoring is the best possible way for me to do that.
Education & Certification
- University of California-Berkeley - Current Undergrad, Physics, Economics
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- SAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- Advanced Placement
- +66 subjects

Steven: San Francisco ACT course instructor
...am a recent graduate of UCLA with a degree in Biology. While I have previous experience tutoring a wide-range of subjects, being a scientist, I am particulary passionate and excited about tutoring in science and math. I also have an extensive background in standardized tests, so I would love to pass on my tips and tricks for those preparing for the SAT and ACT. Of note, something in particular that attracts me to tutoring is...
Education & Certification
- University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- SAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- 6th Grade Math
- +80 subjects

Kevin: San Francisco ACT course instructor
...have attended and worked at the tutoring center, EDU4U, for the last 7 years. My own experiences as a student receiving tutoring has taught me and helped me a lot in being a successful tutor. In my opinion, the most important part of tutoring is understanding each individual's needs and learning methods. Everyone is different and to be a successful tutor, you cannot apply the same teaching methods to every student. Understanding how quickly students...
Education & Certification
- Georgetown University - Current Undergrad, Finance
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- SAT Subject Tests
- SAT
- PSAT
- +16 subjects

Evan: San Francisco ACT course instructor
...an academic by profession and a writer by habit. I have over three years of teaching experience at private tutoring companies, UC Berkeley, UC Berkeley's Summer Bridge Program, and as a freelance political science/calculus tutor (there's more overlap than you think). In 2014, my paper "Set Theory and Fuzzy Sets: Their Relationship to Natural Language" was published in the Newsletter of the American Political Science Association Organized Section for Qualitative and Multi-Method Research. I'm fond...
Education & Certification
- University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- SAT
- 3rd Grade Math
- 3rd Grade Writing
- +130 subjects

Michael: San Francisco ACT course instructor
...tests such as the SAT and GRE is much easier with a tutor to help you prioritize, strategize, and structure your time wisely. I took the GRE in 2013 and earned the top score in Critical Reading, so the latest version is fresh in my mind. I am glad to share the study strategies that worked for me, including tips on writing essays under pressure. If you suffer from test anxiety, I know some tricks...
Education & Certification
- The College of William & Mary - Bachelor in Arts, Political Economy, History
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- ASPIRE
- PSAT
- SAT
- +46 subjects

Joshua: San Francisco ACT course instructor
...States Peace Corps to teach English in rural Panama. In San Francisco, I have been enjoying helping my students improve their test scores on the SAT. I have a strong connection to all the subjects I tutor. Because I am studying science, I am most passionate about physics and math, but I excel in every subject I teach. Throughout my life, I have had many wonderful opportunities that resulted from my excellent education. It is...
Education & Certification
- Oberlin College - Bachelor in Arts, English
- San Francisco State University - Master of Science, Physics
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- SAT
- PSAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- +52 subjects
Education & Certification
- Murray State College - Associate in Science, Medical Office Assistance
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- COMPASS
- GED
- UK A Level
- +203 subjects

Robert: San Francisco ACT course instructor
...because of ill-prepared teachers, an overworked system that demands too much time from them without adequate pay and respect, and because most graduate schools of education do not adequately train teachers with evidence-based scholarship and give them the tools they need to succeed. I firmly believe that I and Varsity Tutors can fill this gap in education and in a student's learning by supplementing what schools cannot provide though teachers and professors are very passionate...
Education & Certification
- University of California-Berkeley - Bachelors, History
- San Francisco State University - Masters, English
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- SAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- ACT English
- +24 subjects

Sid: San Francisco ACT course instructor
...Ph.D.: the only time it was awarded to STEM in 35 years! Now, completely immersed in research in developing best the material for clean energy technology, I really miss the teaching that I immensely enjoyed for last 10 years. My secret: success in tests (and maybe in life, too) comes from not just what we know, but what we can deliver in a short time, when demanded. I learned the methods in a hard way. I...
Education & Certification
- Indian Institute of Technology - Kanpur - Bachelors, Chemistry
- Yale University - PHD, Chemistry
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- SAT Subject Tests
- SAT
- 11th Grade Math
- +36 subjects

Jensen: San Francisco ACT course instructor
...attended and graduated from UC Berkeley, where I pursued Molecular and Cell Biology with an emphasis in Immunology. I worked as a peer tutoring during college and I currently tutor for a non-profit organization that targets high school students. I speak English and Chinese; I speak both Cantonese and Mandarin. My strengths as a tutor are threefold. I like to focus on exam skills. I also like to build special study methods to help students improve...
Education & Certification
- University of California-Berkeley - Bachelors, Molecular and Cell Biology
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- SAT Subject Tests
- Pre-Algebra
- AP Physics 1
- +47 subjects

Nathan: San Francisco ACT course instructor
...of multiple outreach programs. My teaching experience covered topics from elementary chemistry demonstration to genetic research with high schoolers. While I enjoy tutoring a number of subjects, I am especially fond of science and math. My goal as a tutor is often to not only teach a subject, but get a student involved with a subject - that is, excited about it. I find students can make the biggest improvements when they feel personally engaged...
Education & Certification
- Tufts University - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- College Chemistry
- 4th Grade Math
- Science
- +35 subjects

Steven: San Francisco ACT course instructor
...I recently graduated medical school with an M.D. degree and am now working as a doctor. I have also received a B.S. in biology and graduated with highest honors from Lehigh University in 2018. I have extensive experience serving as both a tutor and teaching assistant for various subjects. I work 1-on-1 with my students to develop a teaching method that is catered specifically to their unique learning style. My main expertise is in life...
Education & Certification
- Lehigh University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- SAT
- UK A Level
- UK GCSE
- +82 subjects

Grace: San Francisco ACT course instructor
...included a great deal of field work as well as lab work, completing problems sets, writing research papers and lab reports, and even mapping a large portion of the Berkeley hills. I completed my senior honors thesis after a year of collaborative research with UC Berkeley faculty and intend to pursue the topic of that thesis in future research endeavors. In the fall of 2016, I plan to begin my graduate education; I am currently...
Education & Certification
- University of California-Berkeley - Bachelors, Geology
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- PSAT
- SAT
- ACT Writing
- +30 subjects

Edwin: San Francisco ACT course instructor
...recently graduated magna cum laude from UCLA with a BS in Applied Mathematics with a minor in Chinese. I have about two years of experience in tutoring students. I tutor high school and college level mathematics and SAT/ACT preparation. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, the subjects that interest me the most are calculus, college level mathematics, and test prep. I have a calm, adaptive tutoring style. I revise my tutoring strategies to...
Education & Certification
- University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- CAHSEE
- SAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- +29 subjects

Lila Ann: San Francisco ACT course instructor
...B.A. magna cum laude from Smith College (American Studies & Dance, 2009). During college, I studied in Paris, France for a full year, and successfully applied for a Fulbright Grant that allowed me to do ten months of research on contemporary dance in Burkina Faso (in francophone West Africa) after graduating. My teaching experience includes serving as a T.A. at Yale College, Santa Barbara City College, and Education Française Bay Area, and teaching study skills...
Education & Certification
- Smith College - Bachelor in Arts, American Studies; Dance
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- PSAT
- GED
- STAAR Grades 3-8
- +41 subjects

Jessica: San Francisco ACT course instructor
...tutoring practice in the Palo Alto/ Los Altos/ Redwood City areas. Upon my graduation, I moved back home to Tustin, Orange County. I now work for Elite Academy, a test prep company with international branches, where I instruct classes on SAT Critical Reading and ACT Reading. I also continue my private tutoring practice and, of course, tutor for Varsity Tutors. I enjoy working with and connecting to my students. My style of tutoring is professional,...
Education & Certification
- Stanford University - Bachelors, Theatre and French
Subject Expertise
- ACT
- SAT
- PSAT
- High School English
- +16 subjects