Summer 2026 · Limited Seats · Early Bird Open
IvyStrides ACT Summer Program 2026
54+ hours of live online ACT prep across English, Math, Reading, and Science. 5+ full-length practice tests. Expert tutors with 20+ years experience. Full diagnostic with 1-on-1 review. AI vocabulary builder. Study materials shipped. Biweekly reports and monthly parent meetings. Everything for the September 19 ACT.
Early Bird: May 2
Start:May 16
Deadline: May 9
ACT: Sep 19
54+
Hours Live Classes
5+
Practice Tests
4+
Avg Composite Gain
90%
Improve 4+ Pts
Early Bird ACT Registration
Early Bird ACT Registration: Save $200 on Summer Prep
Save $200 on IvyStrides ACT group prep and unlock five exclusive bonuses including a full-length enhanced ACT diagnostic, primer materials, and an AI vocabulary builder before classes begin May 16.
Meet Your ACT Tutor (GTKYT)
Meet your ACT instructor before classes start. Build rapport, understand their teaching approach, and preview the Summer Program curriculum and expectations.
College Admits Webinar: Harvard, MIT, Cornell
Exclusive session with recent admits to Harvard, MIT, Cornell, Caltech, Carnegie Mellon, Johns Hopkins, and Duke sharing ACT strategies and admissions insights.
Full Enhanced ACT Diagnostic + Expert Review
Complete enhanced ACT diagnostic before the program starts, followed by a personalized one-on-one review with an expert tutor to map strengths and identify gaps.
ACT English, Math and Science Primer Materials
ACT Math Prep, ACT English Grammar Rules, ACT Reading Workbook, Science Reasoning primers, and official ACT practice questions, all before the first class session.
AI-Powered ACT Vocabulary Builder
Adaptive word learning calibrated to ACT difficulty. Build English and Reading vocabulary with AI-driven spaced repetition and contextual practice.
ACT Learning Platform
Your Enhanced ACT-Aligned Digital Learning Platform
IvyStrides delivers live video classes, full-length ACT mock tests, homework drills, score analytics, calculator-permitted math practice, and WCAG-compliant accessibility tools through one integrated ACT preparation platform.



ACT Prep Dashboard: Scores, Sessions, Homework
Track every aspect of your Digital ACT preparation from a single, intuitive dashboard.
Session Scheduling: View upcoming live sessions with weekly and monthly views
Score Tracking: Monitor ACT composite and section score progression across tests
Homework Status: Track completion of assigned drills and practice problems
Smart Reminders: Automated notifications for classes and test deadlines
Enhanced ACT
Aligned to format
Calculator Ready
ACT-approved
4 Sections
English, Math Reading
Accessible
WCAG tools
Proctored
Real conditions
IvyStrides ACT Curriculum
What Is Included in the ACT Summer 2026 Batch
Twelve features across live instruction, full-length testing, study materials, AI tools, and structured parent reporting. Designed for 4+ composite point improvement by the September 19 ACT.
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ACT Prep Consultation
Personal session with our expert counselor to assess your level, set target scores, and customize your program experience.
02
ACT Diagnostic + Expert Review
Full-length enhanced ACT diagnostic followed by a detailed one-on-one review with an expert tutor.
03
15 Hrs Live ACT English
Grammar, punctuation, sentence structure, rhetorical skills, and editing strategies for the ACT English section.
04
15 Hrs Live ACT Math
Pre-algebra, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and calculator-efficient problem solving for the ACT Math section.
05
12 Hrs Live ACT Reading
Passage-mapping techniques, inference, author's purpose, and time-pressure reading strategies across all four passage types.
06
12 Hrs Live ACT Science
Data interpretation, research summaries, and conflicting viewpoints — no science background required, just reasoning.
07
10 Sectional + Practice Tests
Full-length sectional and comprehensive tests with detailed analytics throughout the program.
08
Test Review With Expert Teacher
Every test followed by detailed review with your class teacher covering mistakes and strategies.
09
15 Self-Study Practice Tests
15 extra tests for self-study. 25+ total full-length tests building confidence and readiness.
10
2 Sessions/Week, 2 Hrs Each
Structured cadence with time between sessions for homework drills and practice tests.
11
Biweekly ACT Progress Reports
Detailed reports shared with parents tracking scores, attendance, and improvement areas.
12
Monthly Parent Progress Meetings
Scheduled online meetings to discuss progress, address concerns, and align strategy.
IvyStrides 2026 Schedule
ACT Summer Prep Schedule and Deadlines
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May 2
Early Bird Deadline
$1,799 pricing + exclusive access: GTKYT, webinar, diagnostic, primer materials, AI vocab app.
May 9
Registration Closes
Final registration at $1,999. Program closed after to maintain small cohort quality.
May 16
Classes Begin
Live sessions start. 2 sessions/week, 1.5 hrs each. 54+ hrs across all 4 ACT sections over 18 weeks.
September 19
September 19 ACT Test Day
Curriculum calibrated for peak performance on the September 19, 2026 ACT. Registration deadline Aug 14.
Enhanced ACT Test Format
Enhanced ACT Format 2026: Sections, Timing, and Scoring
131 questions across English, Math, and Reading (core) with optional Science section. Scored 1 to 36 composite, with section scores averaged to produce the final ACT composite score.
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English
50 questions, 35 minutes. Grammar, punctuation, sentence structure, rhetorical skills.
45
Math (Calculator)
45 questions, 50 minutes. Algebra, geometry, trigonometry. Calculator permitted.
36
Reading
36 questions, 40 minutes. Prose, social science, humanities, natural science passages.
40
Science (Optional)
40 questions, 40 minutes. Data interpretation and scientific reasoning skills.
2h 5m
Core Duration
English, Math, and Reading sections. Add 40 min for optional Science.
1 to 36
Composite Score
Average score: 21. Top 10%: 29+. Top 1%: 34+. Ivy League target: 33+.
Sep 19
Next Test Date
Registration deadline August 14, 2026. Late deadline September 1, 2026.
Online
Test Delivery
Paper and online options. Enhanced format launched in 2025 with shorter test time.
ACT® is a trademark of ACT, Inc., not affiliated with IvyStrides.
Meet the IvyStrides Tutors
Your IvyStrides ACT Expert Tutors
40+ years combined SAT and ACT teaching experience. 1,000+ students mentored across 10+ countries. 4+ composite point average score improvement.

Trupti Sharma
ACT Math & Verbal Expert
Over two decades of teaching quantitative and verbal aptitude. Specializes in building student confidence for the Digital ACT.
20+ Years Experience

Praba Ram
Essay Coaching & Verbal Specialist
Award-winning author (South Asian Book Award). BITS Pilani & UCLA graduate. Expert in Common App essays and ACT Reading & Writing.
Award-Winning Author

Anubha Garg
Certified ACT Math Specialist
Certified ACT Math tutor with CS degree. 1,000+ students trained with Desmos calculator-based ACT math techniques.
10+ Years · 1,000+ Students
40+
Years Combined Experience
1000+
Students Mentored
10+
Countries Served
10,000+
Teaching Hours
IvyStrides ACT Summer Batch
Your Complete IvyStrides ACT Summer Program
54+ hours live instruction, 25+ full-length tests, expert tutors, AI tools, and study materials shipped. One program for the September 19 ACT.
What is included
15 hours live ACT English classes
15 hours live ACT Math classes
12 hours live ACT Reading classes
Full-length diagnostic + 1-on-1 expert review
25+ full-length adaptive practice tests
AI-powered ACT vocabulary builder app
Complete study materials shipped to your door
Biweekly progress reports + monthly parent meetings
Early Bird Bonuses
GTKYT tutor session
Webinar with Harvard, MIT, Cornell admits
Full diagnostic + personalized expert review
ACT primer study materials
AI vocabulary builder app access
Frequently Asked Questions
IvyStrides ACT Summer Program: Common Questions Answered
Join the IvyStrides ACT Summer 2026 Program
18 weeks of intensive enhanced ACT preparation led by IvyStrides expert tutors. 54+ hours of live instruction across all four sections, 25+ full-length practice tests, AI vocabulary builder, and structured progress tracking for the September 19 ACT.








