30+ ACT Class
A 7-Week In Person & Online ACT Prep Class Designed
for Students Aiming for 30 and Above on the ACT.
Designed for Students Seeking Top SCores
A One-of-a-Kind ACT Class for High-Achieving Students
The 30+ ACT Class is an intensive 7-week course designed and taught by Matthew Stroup. Most high-achieving students are bored in regular ACT class because the class moves too slowly. Not here! The 30+ ACT Class is a fast-paced and rigorous course that focuses on the advanced topics that students need to master to achieve scores of 30 and above on test day.
Our class is the first ACT Class to include On-Demand Online Courses and Full Test Explanations. In most classes, half of class time is spent reviewing homework and practice tests - and even all of that time still leaves most students with unanswered questions. To fix that problem, we recorded individual video explanations for every single question assigned for homework and for 4 full practice ACTs, so our students can review their mistakes before class begins. This not only gives students a better experience (and better scores!) but also allows us to cover much more content than a traditional ACT course.
Students in the 30+ ACT Class are given 6 months of full access to the Ultimate ACT Course ($600 value), so students can review their mistakes before class begins.so our students can review their mistakes before class begins. This not only gives students a better experience (and better scores!) but also allows us to cover much more content than a traditional ACT course.
1. Proven Results
On average, students completing the class improve by 5 points! Most students score a 30 or above after completing the class, and we have had many students score 34, 35, and even a 36!
2. 70+ Hours of Online Courses and Test Explanations
Most ACT Prep classes spend half of class time reviewing homework and practice tests - and even all that time leave most students with unanswered questions. We have recorded individual video explanations for every single question assigned for homework and for 4 full practice ACTs, so students can review their mistakes before class begins. This not only gives students a more complete learning experience (and most importantly better scores!) but also allows us to cover much more content than a traditional ACT course.
As part of the course, students are given 6 months of access to the Ultimate ACT Course (all of our online ACT Courses) that has over 70 hours of content ($600 value).
3. Efficient Classroom Time
During the 21 hours of live classroom instruction, Matthew will cover everything that is featured on the ACT in the most efficient way possible. Top students have very busy schedules, so we make sure that every minute during our course is spent learning.
4. Recorded Classes
All Classes are recorded and made available to students. Do you have a conflict and will miss a class? Or just want to watch the lecture again to study? Not a problem. You can access the lectures anytime during the course.
5. Practice, Practice, Practice
Students will complete 4 full practice ACTs during the course. 2 practice tests are self-administered at home, and 2 are completed with a proctor in a classroom. In addition, students will be assigned 4-5 hours of homework each week on the topics covered during class. Students also have access to unlimited additional practice ACTs.
6. Small Class Size
Our class has a maximum of 15 students. While other companies may allow over 40 students in a single class, we limit our class size to make sure students can participate and ask questions.
7. Best in Class Materials
We write all of our own materials. We do not do this because it is fun. We do this because we are committed to providing our students with the best prep ACT materials. All ACT prep materials are included in the 30+ ACT Class (with the exception of the PrepPros Complete Guide To ACT Math, which is purchased separately).
First Class Guarantee
We are so confident that you will love this course that we offer a first class guarantee. If you do not love the first class, we will refund the entire course with no questions asked.
Class Location
Address: Suite 300, 445 Marine View, Del Mar 92014
The 30+ ACT Class meets in a large conference room at our office in Del Mar. During class, Matt will teach off of an iPad. Students in the classroom can see the iPad on a TV in the classroom. Students attending on Zoom can see the iPad and Matt on the Zoom call.
All lectures are recorded in case any students cannot attend live.
Upcoming Class Dates
Spring Class: April 21st - June 6th (Sundays 5-8pm)
Prepare for the June 8th ACT
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*This class take a 1-week break during AP Exams and does not meet on Sunday, May 12.
Week 1: Sunday, April 21st Classroom Instruction #1 4:00-7:00pm PST
Week 2: Sunday, April 28th Classroom Instruction #2 4:00-7:00pm PST
Practice Test #1 Self-proctored at home
Week 3: Sunday, May 5th Classroom Instruction #3 4:00-7:00pm PST
Practice Test #2 Self-proctored at home
Week 4: No class so students can study for AP Exams (we can assign additional ACT Prep work for students to complete if they have time)
Week 4: Sunday, May 19th Classroom Instruction #4 4:00-7:00pm PST
Week 5: Saturday, May 25th Practice Test #3 Classroom 8:30-11:30am PST/Self-proctored at home
Sunday, May 26th Classroom Instruction #5 4:00-7:00pm PST
Week 6: Thursday, May 30th Classroom Instruction #6 6:00-7:30pm PST
Saturday, June 1st Practice Test #4 Classroom 8:30-11:30am PST/Self-Proctored at Home
Sunday, June 2nd Classroom Instruction #7 4:00-7:00pm PST
Week 7: Thursday, June 6th Classroom Instruction #8 6:00-7:30pm PST
Saturday, June 8th Official June ACT Test Date
Summer Class: July 24 - September 1st (Wendesday/Sunday)
Prepare for the September 7th ACT
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Week 1: Wednesday, July 24th Classroom Instruction #1 4:00-7:00pm PST
Week 2: Wednesday, July 31st Classroom Instruction #2 4:00-7:00pm PST
Week 3: Wednesday, August 7th Classroom Instruction #3 4:00-7:00pm PST
Practice Test #1 Self-proctored at home
Week 4: Wednesday, August 14th Classroom Instruction #4 4:00-7:00pm PST
Practice Test #2 Self-proctored at home
Week 5: Sunday, August 18th Classroom Instruction #5 4:00-7:00pm PST
Week 6: Saturday, August 24th Practice Test #3 Classroom 8:30-11:30am PST/Self-proctored at home
Sunday, August 25th Classroom Instruction #6 4:00-7:00pm PST
Week 7: Saturday, September 2nd Practice Test #4 Classroom 8:30-11:30am PST/Self-proctored at home
Sunday, September 1st Classroom Instruction #7 4:00-7:00pm PST
Saturday, September 7th Official September ACT Test Date
Fall Class: October 13th - December 1st (Sundays 5-8pm)
Prepare for the December 9th ACT
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*Note: This class does not meet on November 26th for Thanksgiving Break.
Week 1: Sunday, October 13th Classroom Instruction #1 4:00-7:00pm PST
Week 2: Sunday, October 20th Classroom Instruction #2 4:00-7:00pm PST
Week 3: Sunday, October 27th Classroom Instruction #3 4:00-7:00pm PST
Week 4: Practice Test #1 Self-proctored at home
Sunday, November 3rd Classroom Instruction #4 4:00-7:00pm PST
Week 5: Practice Test #2 Self-proctored at home
Sunday, November 10th Classroom Instruction #5 4:00-7:00pm PST
Week 6: Saturday, November 17th Practice Test #3 Classroom 8:30-11:30am PST/Self-proctored at home
Week 7: Class does not meet on Sunday, November 24th over Thanksgiving Break.
Week 8: Saturday, November 30th Practice Test #4 Classroom 8:30-11:30am PST/Self-Proctored at Home
Sunday, December 1st Classroom Instruction #7 4:00-7:00pm PST
Saturday, December 7th Official December ACT Test Date
Winter Class: February 23rd - April 6th (Sundays 4-7pm)
Prepare for the April 12th ACT
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Week 1: Sunday, February 23rd Classroom Instruction #1 4:00-7:00pm PST
Week 2: Sunday, March 2nd Classroom Instruction #2 4:00-7:00pm PST
Practice Test #1 Self-proctored at home
Week 3: Sunday, March 9th Classroom Instruction #3 4:00-7:00pm PST
Week 4: Practice Test #2 Self-proctored at home
Sunday, March 16th Classroom Instruction #4 4:00-7:00pm PST
Week 5: Sunday, March 23rd Classroom Instruction #5 4:00-7:00pm PST
Week 6: Saturday, March 29th Practice Test #3 Classroom 8:30-11:30am PST/Self-proctored at home
Sunday, March 30th Classroom Instruction #6 4:00-7:00pm PST
Week 7: Saturday, April 5th Practice Test #4 Classroom 8:30-11:30am PST/Self-Proctored at Home
Sunday, April 6th Classroom Instruction #7 4:00-7:00pm PST
Saturday, April 12th Official April ACT Test Date
In case students have any conflict(s) with any class date(s), all lectures are recorded and made available to enrolled students shortly after class is completed. Students can watch the lecture on their own and be caught up by the beginning of the next week of class.
Meet Your Instructor
Matthew Stroup is a perfect SAT & ACT scorer with over 8,500 hours of 1-on-1 and group tutoring experience. He has taught the 30+ ACT Course since creating the course in 2017. He knows the skills necessary for success on the ACT and is passionate about teaching his students how to conquer test day. His students have achieved a perfect 36 on the ACT and a perfect 1600 on the SAT. Matthew graduated from Johns Hopkins with dual degrees in biology and economics and was pre-med as well. He continued his education at Georgetown University, where he obtained a Masters in biotechnology and graduated at the top of his class. Shortly after graduating, Matthew found a love for test prep and has been working as a full-time tutor since 2013. In his free time, Matthew enjoys traveling (35 countries and counting!), hiking, scuba diving, surfing, and listening to audiobooks.
General Class Schedule
General Class Schedule
Week 1: Classroom Instruction #1 Topics: Introduction to the ACT, English Test
Week 2: Classroom Instruction #2 Topics: English Test, Math Test
Week 3: Classroom Instruction #3 Topics: Science Test, Math Test
Week 4: Practice Test #1 Done At Home Before Start of Classroom Instruction #4
Classroom Instruction #4 Topics: Science Test, Math Test
Week 5: Practice Test #2 Done At Home Before Start of Classroom Instruction #5
Classroom Instruction #5 Topics: Reading Test, Math Test
Week 6: Practice Test #3 Completed In Classroom (in-person) or Done At Home (remote) Before Start of Classroom Instruction #6
Classroom Instruction #6 Topics: Reading Test, Math Test
Week 7: Practice Test #4 Completed In Classroom (in-person) or Done At Home (remote) Before Start of Classroom Instruction #7
Classroom Instruction #7 Topics: Math Test, Review, Test-Day Tips & Strategies
Class Description
Class Description
The 30+ ACT Course takes place over the course of 7 weeks. The class is taught in a classroom where students can attend in-person or remotely. The teacher will be using an iPad to teach the content, which can be viewed live by students in the classroom on a monitor and via Zoom by students attending remotely. Both in-person and remote students can ask questions and get answers live during class. All lectures are recorded for any students who miss class due to a conflict or want to rewatch lectures as they prepare for test day.
Students take 4 practice ACTs that take just over 3 hours each. In addition to the practice tests, students can expect 4-5 hours of assigned homework each week. Each course leads up to an official ACT Test Date, and we recommend that students take the ACT right after completing the course.
All ACT Prep materials will be provided to students as part of the class. The instructor will have an iPad to write on and will share his screen, so students attending live in the classroom or remotely on Zoom can see exactly what is being taught. All students are able to participate and ask questions.
Sample Lecture
Sample Lecture
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Pricing Options
30+ ACT Class - $1,250
Live Online ClassRoom with Instructor Matthew Stroup
21 hours of classroom instruction from perfect scorer.
150+ proven-score raising strategies and test-taking techniques.
50+ hours of recorded content that include video explanations for all homework questions and for 4 full practice ACTs.
All ACT Prep materials and practice tests provided.
Recorded Class - $800
RECORDED VERSION OF A RECENT 30+ SAT CLASS
Go through the most recent recorded 30+ ACT Class at your own pace
Great option if the live class dates/times do not line up with your schedule or you prefer to complete the class in more than 7 weeks
All materials and practice tests provided.
30+ ACT Class + Private Tutoring - $1,700
30+ ACT Class + 3 Hours of Private Tutoring
Add on 3 hours of private tutoring at a discounted rate ($150/hr)
Great option to work 1-on-1 to improve any areas of weakness or review full practice tests.
Tutoring hours can be used during or after live class.
Recorded 30+ ACT Class
+ Private Tutoring - $1,250
RECORDED CLASS + 3 HOURS OF PRIVATE TUTORING
3 hours of private tutoring at a discounted rate ($150/hr)
Tutoring hours can be used during or after the recorded class
Great option to work 1-on-1 to improve any areas of weakness or review full practice tests
Frequently Asked Questions
Where Is The In-Person Class Held?
The 30+ ACT Class is held in a conference room in our office in Del Mar. The address is Suite 300, 445 Marine View Ave, Del Mar, 92014.
The building is conveniently located right off the 5. There is a parking lot in the back that students can use.
Who Is This Class Best For?
This class is best for any student aiming for scores of 30 and above on the ACT. Most students who enroll in this course score anywhere from 25-33 on their first practice ACT. Since this course is faster paced and more advanced, it is generally best for higher-achieving students who have higher GPAs, are enrolled in AP and honors courses, and thrive in a classroom environment.
For students scoring above 33 on their practice ACT, this course can also be a great resource to push their scores even higher. This course covers everything on the ACT, and students have achieved 34s, 35s, and even a perfect 36 after taking this course.
What Happens If A Student Misses A Class?
All lectures are recorded and made available to students shortly after each class, so any student who misses a week can watch the recorded lecture anytime before the next class to catch up.
How Does The Class Work For Students Attending Remotely?
We use Zoom while teaching the 30+ ACT Class. The instructor and pages are visible, and the student has a copy of the book, ACT binder pages, or practice tests that we are working from. We share our screens and use iPads that we write directly on, so both in-person and remote students can see exactly what we are working on while teaching class or answer questions from students attending in-person or remotely.
During class, students can ask questions anytime via a chat box or by unmuting themselves. The instructor answers questions live during class.
How Do Practice Tests Work?
Practice tests are self-proctored at home or completed in the classroom with a proctor. Practice tests #1 and #2 are self-proctored at home. Practice tests #3 and #4 are completed in the classroom with a proctor (for students attending class in-person) or are self-proctored at home (for students attending the class remotely).
For self-proctored tests at home, we provide the practice tests along with scantron sheets and self-timing sheets. We do not offer remote proctoring because, well, we believe it is completely unnecessary. Our students are busy and scattered across the country and across the world. We trust that they can self-time their practice tests at home.
Parents are welcome to act as the proctor for their student during these practice tests, but students most commonly will just time themselves. It is important to treat the practice tests as much like a real test as possible, so we encourage students to try to take the practice tests in a quiet environment without interruptions on a Saturday or Sunday morning just like the real ACT.
My Student Scored Below A 25 On The ACT. Can He Or She Take The 30+ ACT Course?
A student who scores lower than 25 on a real or practice ACT can also benefit from this course as long as the student does well in a classroom environment and has strong study skills. We often recommend using additional PrepPros Courses, such as the self-paced online courses or full practice test explanations, for students who at times find the pacing of the course difficult and need additional resources.
If you are unsure if you students is a good fit for the 30+ ACT Class, please use the sign-up form below to ask us, and we can advise on what the best option will be for your student.
How Much Does The Average Student Improve By During The Class?
On average, students improve their composite ACT score by 5 points during the course. Some students improve by as many as 8 points while others improve 2 or 3 points. How much a student improves depends on their initial scores and how much time and effort he or she is dedicating to ACT Prep outside of class.
What Do You Use For ACT Prep Materials?
The best materials are critical to the best prep. We do not love anything else out there, so we write all of our own materials. For ACT Prep, we have our own custom-written 400+ page ACT notebook that covers the content, strategies, and test-taking tips that students will need to learn for success on test day.
How Do We Get The ACT Prep Materials?
For students in the San Diego area, all materials can be picked up before the first class. If you live too far away or cannot come and pick up the materials, all materials can be mailed to your home.
For students outside of San Diego, all materials will be mailed to your home before the first class. For students in the United States, there is no additional cost. For students outside of the United States, there may be additional costs to ship the materials to you.
How Do Students Use The Online Courses And Test Explanations?
Students are given a code to use to sign up for all of our Online Courses. Once they are signed up, students will have access to all of our Online SAT Courses for 6-months. You can learn more about our Online Courses and sign up for a free trial to see how it works here.
Do You Offer A Money-Back Guarantee?
No, we do not. We offer a first class guarantee. If you do not love the first class, we will refund your entire purchase with no questions asked.
Do You Offer A Guaranteed Score Increase?
No, we do not. As tutors, we provide the best prep possible, but we are only half of the team. We cannot control the variety of factors that can affect how a student performs on test day. How much was the student studying? How did they manage the pressure and stress of test day? Does the students suffer from testing anxiety? All of these factors can affect the scores.
Additionally, any test prep company offering a “money-back guarantee” is not really offering a guarantee. If you read the fine print, students must complete a very large number of practice tests and all homework assignments. Plus, your child needs to have already taken an official ACT before beginning the process. Want to sign up the 30+ ACT Class, complete 300 pages of homework assignments, and take 15 practice tests just to qualify for a guarantee? Yeah, we did not think so.