Test Taking
ACT Basics
Subject Areas
Scoring
Scholarships $$
100
When preparing for the ACT, it is best to study content and not waste too much time on practice tests
FALSE
100
What month of your Junior year do you take the ACT for the 1st time?
April
100
Including Writing, how many subjects are you tested in?
5
100
What is a perfect score on the ACT?
36
100
What is a scholarship?
This is $$ that you receive from a private donor, organization, or school to pay for college expenses. The $$ does NOT have to be paid back.
200
How many points does the ACT deduct for WRONG answers?
0
200
How long does it take to complete the ACT?
3-3 1/2 hours
200
What is one subject area that the ACT tests in, that the SAT does not?
Science
200
What composite score would you receive if you got 50% on the ACT?
21 (average ACT score)
200
What is the maximum # of scholarships you can apply for during your senior year?
There is no maximum #. You should apply to as many scholarships as you can. -Make sure you qualify for them and are a good candidate.
300
What are three things you should bring with you on the day of the test?
Calculator, watch, sharpened #2 pencils, eraser, photo ID, admission ticket, water, snack(s)
300
How long does it generally take for you to receive your scores?
4-6 weeks
300
What subject area on the ACT takes the longest to complete?
Math
300
What is the average ACT score of incoming Freshman at Montana State University?
25
300
What is one important thing you can do during your junior year and summer before your senior year to improve your chances or receiving a scholarship?
Write a resume Volunteer Join a club/sport Get letters of recommendation from: Organize all accomplishments and awards you have received from: teachers/coaches/counselors/employers
400
What should you do if you misgrid or place your answers in the wrong sections of your answer page?
Tell the proctor. They can usually arrange for you to fix it after the test so you don't lose time.
400
How many times are you allowed to retake the ACT?
As many times as you would like. Each time costs $56.50 (with writing)*
400
True or False, except for the writing section, all questions have multiple choice answers.
True
400
What is the minimum ACT score needed to get into the University of Montana?
22
400
What month during your Senior year, should be last time you take the ACT, in order to meet most scholarship and admission deadlines?
December
500
What is a test proctor?
This is a person who administers, monitors, and reads instructions for the test.
500
What is the maximum # of colleges that will receive your ACT scores, without an extra fee?
4
500
True or False-The writing section is optional.
True
500
What is a MEGA-Score?
A mega score is when your highest scores from each section, from different test dates, are added together.
500
What is the minimum composite ACT score and GPA that you must have in order to qualify for the Presidential Scholarship at MSU? **This scholarship is a FULL tuition waver & generous stipend for all four years of college.
ACT-30 GPA-3.75
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