The ACT Blitz is an intensive test prep program that provides students with the tools they need to prepare for and succeed on the ACT®. ACT Blitz classes, offered during the academic year, are strategically scheduled for the weeks leading up to the most popular ACT test dates. Classes are scheduled to allow time to practice new skills between sessions. Our multi-week course format allows abundant opportunities for learning and for interacting with our expert instructors. The ACT Blitz classes are offered on campus and live online.

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ACT Blitz Test Prep Class Schedule

Course Program Start Program End Days Start Time End Time
ACT Live-Online Blitz 10/27/2020 11/19/2020 Tuesday; Thursday 7:00 PM ET 9:00 PM ET
ACT Live-Online Blitz 01/07/2021 02/02/2021 Tuesday; Thursday 7:00 PM ET 9:00 PM ET
ACT Live-Online Blitz 02/14/2021 04/11/2021 Sunday 4:00 PM ET 6:00 PM ET

The ACT Blitz includes:

  • 16 hours of classroom instruction
  • Experienced, expert instructors
  • Official preparation guide including practice tests from ACT
  • Course workbook
  • Thorough presentations and explanations
  • Easy-to-follow study plan
  • Access to online support resources

The ACT Blitz covers:

Math Topics

  • Practice solution techniques for problems containing variables.
  • Learn efficient approaches to complicated multi-step problems.
  • Discover tactics for translating difficult word problems into equations.

English Topics

  • Identify correct idiomatic speech in sentence correction problems.
  • Understand the basic concepts of rhetorical construction.
  • Learn which grammar errors are most frequently tested.

Reading Topics

  • Understand which part of the passage to read for reading comprehension questions.
  • Recognize the difference between global and local test items.
  • Identify passages written from the journalistic and engaged perspectives.

Science Reasoning Topics

  • Identify parameters for test items involving graphs and charts.
  • Interpolate or extrapolate answers from data given in tables.
  • Recognize the point of an experiment in research summary items.

General Test-Taking Topics

  • Use the process of elimination.
  • Master time management skills.
  • Minimize test anxiety.
  • Identify common distractors.

Choose the Format That Works for You!


ACT Blitz classes are offered live online, giving you the option to choose the format and schedule that works best for you. Live-online classes offer added flexibility of attending class from anywhere or at any time. Our virtual classroom provides you with the opportunity to interact in real-time with our expert instructors and to re-watch the recordings of your class sessions at your convenience for up to 30 days after the course ends.

System Requirements:

The live-online ACT sessions are offered online using a free Adobe Connect browser plug-in. The only requirements are high-speed internet access and speakers or headphones.

Course materials will be delivered directly to your home, or arrangements can be made for you to pick them up at our Continuing Education Office. We recommend registering at least four (4) business days in advance of the class start date to ensure timely delivery of your student package.

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Why Should You Take the NMU ACT Blitz Class?

Our ACT preparation curriculum is a program developed by experts. You’ll receive 16 hours of targeted instruction to help you fully prepare for the ACT. In addition, you’ll receive online support and ACT practice tests within the included course material. This allows you to practice the skills and strategies you are learning in class on real test questions. In the NMU ACT Blitz, you’ll master strategies to improve your ACT score with the help of experienced ACT instructors who care about your success. Not convinced? Click here to receive a full list of ACT student testimonials.


About Our Program:

NMU’s Test Prep program is partnered with Educational Testing Consultants, a leader in higher education test preparation. Each year, Educational Testing Consultants helps thousands of students prepare for the important pre-college standardized tests at major colleges and universities across the United States. Educational Testing Consultants provides a proven program with a record of success and highly trained, top-quality instructors.


Request a Custom ACT Prep Course or Presentation

NMU Test Prep also offers customized ACT Prep programs for schools, nonprofit organizations, and community groups. If you are a high school principal, guidance counselor, admissions department, or community leader and would like details about our custom programs or would like to request a presentation, please call our professional staff at (906) 227-2103 or email us at conteduc@nmu.edu