How do I balance ACT prep and school work?

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#1

I am finding it very hard to balance my school work and studying for the ACT. It's the end of the year, so I have to study for finals and I have a lot of essays to write! There's barely any extra time to study for the ACT.

Do you have any tips for managing both?

#2

This article, recently published on our blog, has a bunch of great tips and detailed guidance for balancing SAT/ACT study and schoolwork. Here's a quick bulletlist of some of the highlights:

  • Determine your target score, so you know what you're aiming for on the test
  • Figure out how much you need to study by establishing your baseline knowledge
  • Write out a realistic weekly schedule that includes all of your responsibilities
  • Make sure you make your plan doable and regularly evaluate it and readjust it as necessary
  • Share your plan with others so that you'll feel more motivated to stick to it
  • Set smaller goals that you can achieve and reward yourself when you achieve them
  • Leave time for fun and relaxation so that you don't burn out