ACT & SAT Test Prep
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Live virtual group courses for high school students nationwide.
Certified CTC tutors, proven critical thinking strategies, and a 24/7 CTC AI Study Coach.
Updated for the Enhanced ACT and Digital SAT.
ACT or SAT – Which Is Right for Your Student?
Both are accepted by virtually every college. The right choice depends on your student’s strengths. Here is a quick guide.
ACT
Curriculum-based. Strong fit for students who are confident in science reasoning and prefer clear, direct questions.
- English, Math, Reading, Science (optional)
- 125 minutes core – more time per question
- Score range 1-36
- Strong fit for STEM-oriented students
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Digital SAT
Adaptive digital test. Strong fit for students who excel at reading comprehension and algebra-based math.
- Reading & Writing, Math – two sections
- 2 hours 14 minutes total
- Score range 400-1600
- Adaptive – difficulty adjusts as you go
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Not sure which test fits your student? Our proctored mock exam is the fastest way to find out. Your student takes the exam with a live CTC proctor, gets a full score report, and reviews results – so you choose the right course with confidence.
STEP 1 — START HERE
Begin with a Proctored Mock Exam
We ask every family to start here. Know exactly where your student stands before enrolling in a course. Families who start with the mock exam are more prepared – and get better results.
ACT & SAT Mock Exam + Score Review
Full-length proctored exam with a live certified CTC tutor. Score report included. Results review included.
- Full-length mock exam, live and proctored by a certified CTC tutor
- 2 hours with a live certified CTC tutor – timed under real test conditions. ACT Science section is optional – our coaches are on for the full 2 hours.
- Complete score report with section breakdown – English, Math, Reading, and Science (optional) for ACT | Reading & Writing and Math for SAT
- Results review with your proctor – know exactly what to work on and which course fits your timeline
CTC expert to review diagnostic results, set score goals, and build a test-day strategy.
After your results review – choose your course
Step 2 – Choose Your Course
Two tests. Two courses. Same certified tutors, same CTC AI Study Coach, same results-first approach.
ACT Prep Course
Enhanced ACT – live virtual, Saturdays & Sundays
Sessions: 4 weeks, 90 minutes each
Time: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM CT
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM ET
Platform: 3-month access included
- Certified CTC tutor every session
- 1,200+ Enhanced ACT practice questions
- 24/7 CTC AI Study Coach
- Full-length timed practice tests
- Parent progress reports
- 1:1 consultation included (valued at $250)
$499
Complete 4-week course
SAT Prep Course
Digital SAT — live virtual, Saturdays & Sundays
Sessions: 4 weeks, 90 minutes each
Time: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM CT
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM ET
Platform: 3-month access included
- Certified CTC tutor every session
- 1,200+ Enhanced SAT practice questions
- 24/7 CTC AI Study Coach
- Full-length timed practice tests
- Parent progress reports
- 1:1 consultation included (valued at $250)
$499
Complete 4-week course
ACT is a registered trademark of ACT, Inc. SAT is a registered trademark of the College Board. The Critical Thinking Child is not affiliated with ACT, Inc. or the College Board and was not involved in the production of either exam. Individual results may vary.