New Test Prep Book is Only One with Real ACT Tests

February 1, 2005

IOWA CITY, Iowa—College-bound high school students who want to prepare for the ACT Assessment with "the real thing" can do so with a new book, available through ACT's website. The book, titled The Real ACT Prep Guide, includes 3 real ACT exams, including samples and practice tips for the new optional Writing Test.

"The ACT Assessment hasn't changed, other than the addition of an optional Writing Test for students whose colleges require a writing score," said Jon Erickson, ACT's vice president for educational services. "This book is the most authentic ACT prep book on the market, because it's the only one with actual ACT tests that have been taken by students. There's no better way to become familiar with the ACT Assessment than by practicing with real ACT tests, and there's no better way to practice for the new Writing Test than using samples and advice from the people who designed it."

The Real ACT Prep Guide costs $19.95 and also includes important test-taking tips, information on how to register, and what to expect on test day.

The ACT Assessment is administered to students in all 50 states and is accepted at virtually all U.S. colleges and universities. Although most colleges won't require a writing score, some will require it for students entering college in the Fall of 2006. Students can search colleges to find out if the college they are considering requires a writing score, and then make a decision about taking the ACT Assessment with or without the Writing Test.