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Have your child take a practice test for each. Some students perform better on the SAT's adaptive format, while others prefer the ACT's straightforward structure with an optional science section. Both our SAT and ACT practice tests are free to try, so your child can compare scores and comfort level before committing.

Building foundational skills early is ideal, with 3–6 months of focused prep before the test date. Most students take the SAT or ACT in the spring of junior year, so beginning in the fall of junior year — or sophomore year for a head start — works well.

A free account unlocks practice tests, score calculators, and study materials so your child can experience the platform and start learning right away. Our parent guides above are free to read for every exam and for the college-admissions process.

Help with structure — setting a study schedule, ensuring a quiet space to practice, and checking in weekly on progress. Avoid hovering over every session. Students perform best when they feel supported but trusted.

Yes. Many families use it as a tutor's homework and practice engine between sessions — the practice tests, targeted drills, explanations, and progress tracking give a tutor detailed data to work from, and give independent students a full curriculum.

In most cases, yes. Admissions data consistently shows that students who submit strong scores are admitted at higher rates, even at test-optional schools, and strong scores can unlock merit scholarships. The exception is if a score would fall below a school's middle-50% range.