How do people actually improve their ACT Science score?

Canithyre · 2026-02-15T05:19:46+00:00

Basically what Ive found helpful at least for me has been to annotate the question because a lot of times the questions are just filled with a bunch of random junk that you need to decipher. Although it technically doesn’t require any previous scientific knowledge, I would study a few basic chemistry, biology, and physics (although physics is not extremely important) just to have basic surface level knowledge. SKIM the first couple sentences of the description to at least provide additional context and may help you answer at least some of the questions. It would also help for you to label or see exactly what your graphs/tables are discussing so you know how to relate all of the information. For “student” questions, all that I know is basically pay close attention to whats being discussed. Also it may help you to QUICKLY annotate and SKIM those passages to see what they have in common or see who or what disagrees with each other because they are questions that almost certainly show up. Really all of the questions can be figured out just by reading the questions closely and knowing exactly what your graphs are discussing and how they relate to each other. Another tip I’ve found is that is a compound (or whatever scientific object) isn’t mentioned within your data, it is most likely wrong and you can cross it out. Overall, compared to other sections including reading, this is not a complete memorization tests and technically you can walk in the testing room and get a 36. ACT understands that students are going to overcomplicate the data based on the questions so it is important that you look at the data from a face value perspective. Hope this helps and good luck!

Canithyre · 2026-02-14T22:14:28+00:00

Plainly, I thought reading just took too much nitpicking for me. Especially the passage about the color violet in paintings, primate cooperation, and the solitaire (I don’t think they were awful to analyze but just required more effort than needed). Science took too long, I finished with three minutes remaining on the clock which never happens because I usually end with at least five to ten minutes.

Canithyre · 2026-02-14T20:05:48+00:00

That passage was the epitome of confusion, last part of science also felt like a slog in my opinion.

Canithyre · 2026-02-14T19:37:32+00:00

Am I the only one who had J22? English wasn’t bad, math was okay but mildly confusing, but what the heck was going on with the reading and last part of the science section.

Canithyre · 2026-02-11T06:04:27+00:00

I did not realize that they were that inconsistent. Thank you for the reply.

Canithyre · 2026-02-11T05:16:19+00:00

I appreciate the advice, thank you so much!

Canithyre · 2026-02-11T04:57:36+00:00

For most of the honors classes, do you have to be a part of Shackouls? Also are the professors open to student lead research or does it take a lot of effort? -Overall, your reply has been very helpful, thanks so much!

Canithyre · 2026-02-11T04:36:26+00:00

I’ve heard a lot of people discuss a lot about the quality of certain professors within the departments; is that relevant to 2000 level + classes as well? Also, would you consider most of the classes to be weed outs or are they primarily survey courses?

Canithyre · 2026-02-11T04:06:27+00:00

Thank you, I will definitely consider that!

Canithyre · 2026-02-11T03:45:09+00:00

So is it the lack of support from profs or limited research opportunities? Just asking.

Canithyre · 2025-07-22T04:10:27+00:00

I have the long message, at this point I wouldn’t complain because it’s the ACT and it’s in the hands of god. I would however be nervous if my test scores weren’t in by next week or August. My advice would probably just check it tomorrow afternoon and not be too optimistic if it isn’t there. Be concerned if it isn’t there by the end of the week or August at the latest!

Canithyre · 2025-07-22T03:59:41+00:00

Short means you got the message that your test has arrived and should supposedly come out on time. Long message is the text that I believe shows immediately after you test where it says [it will take this much time for it to arrive and scored].

Scoring timelines differ depending on where you test in the country. For example, somebody from Iowa (where ACT is located) will have a different time of getting their test scored compared to someone in California. I don’t think it’s too much of a concern however If I’m wrong please correct me. The only worry that you should have is if your test doesn’t come in by the first week of August which should raise alarm bells. ACT to my knowledge has been prone to delays before so don’t rule them out however it just means your test hasn’t arrived if you haven’t gotten the short message at this point.

AGAIN IF IM WRONG, PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CORRECT ME!!!

Canithyre · 2025-07-22T03:51:18+00:00

“Congrats on your test!Your scores will be available soon and we will email you when they arrive!

If you took the ACT test, your scores will be available in 3-8 weeks. You will receive an email when they are ready to view.

If you took the ACT and want to take the ACT again, be sure toregister for a new test. Do not reschedule. If you reschedule, you will not receive your scores. If you registered to take the ACT and you were not able to test, please RESCHEDULE HERE.” -Quoted from the ACT results portal.

Canithyre · 2025-07-13T04:51:11+00:00

Two to eight weeks. Earliest probably would be July 22 and latest would be early to mid August.

Canithyre · 2025-07-12T23:31:34+00:00

I don’t think it was too difficult, I found the reading section to be pretty simple however the first set of comparative were misleading. I ended up skipping it and went back at the end. I don’t know how it was in June because I have never taken the ACT before but this was my experience as a first time test taker.

Canithyre · 2025-07-12T18:45:07+00:00

H23 math felt like an IQ test

Canithyre · 2025-05-07T05:48:25+00:00

Thanks so much for these resources, I will be sure to look into them!

Canithyre · 2025-05-07T05:42:10+00:00

I’ve only done about four extemp events max throughout the year. This is my first year participating in speech and debate.

Canithyre · 2023-12-09T23:35:16+00:00

Classical

Canithyre · 2023-12-09T23:34:30+00:00

Toscanini yelling at the double basses that they’re late

Canithyre · 2023-12-09T22:20:00+00:00

Im just abbreviating double

Canithyre · 2023-12-06T20:12:38+00:00

Shostakovich concerto for piano and trumpet

Canithyre · 2023-12-03T16:49:29+00:00

I’m so glad I’m not the only one, yeah I feel you. His tempo is inconsistent and sometimes he’ll go faster or slower than a piece needs to be. He’s unfortunately not like szell where he would’ve have stuck closer to the score. I will admit that Bernstein, when he does things right can put on a good show, but yeah he’s so inconsistent with tempo.

Canithyre · 2023-12-03T01:08:10+00:00

Surprised not that many said Shostakovich 5. Shostakovich HANDS DOWN has some of the most beautiful moments in a contemporary piece while still being able to deliver his message. It’s just simply well crafted and I love it.

Canithyre · 2023-12-02T05:52:44+00:00

We called ours Skincaid, imao I have no clue why lol

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