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Starting with the 2026 admissions cycle, The Ohio State University will once again require SAT or ACT scores for first-year applicants to its Columbus campus. This marks the end of the test-optional policy implemented in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Located in Malvern, PA, and serving students across the Philadelphia area, INTO PREP provides expert tutoring in a wide range of AP subjects.

For students preparing for the ACT in 2025, big changes are on the horizon! The test is becoming shorter, more flexible, and slightly easier to manage—but what does that mean for your college admissions strategy? If you’re in the Malvern or Philadelphia, PA area, INTO PREP is here to help you navigate these changes and maximize your ACT score!

As the college admissions landscape evolves, many top-tier universities continue to require standardized test scores for applications. Schools such as the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Harvard University, and Brown University still emphasize the importance of SAT and ACT results in their selection process.

The ACT will undergo significant changes starting in 2025, aiming to offer students more flexibility and a better test-taking experience. At INTO Prep, we stay updated with these changes and guide our students to navigate the evolving landscape of college admissions testing.

Starting in spring 2025, the ACT college entrance exam will undergo significant changes, including increased flexibility and a shorter test duration. INTO PREP can help Philadelphia students adapt to these changes by offering tailored preparation courses that focus on the revised exam structure.