In September of 2015, ACT dramatically revised the essay portion of the test. The old 12-point scoring system and “agree/disagree” essay prompt have been replaced by a 36-point scale and a three-perspective essay style. To ensure their own students are prepared, veteran tutors Shane Burnett and Kristin Leeson crafted this concise guide to the new ACT essay. This 40-page book includes a detailed explanation of the new essay structure and scoring, a plan for getting your highest score, and 12 realistic essay prompts in the new style. Learn the essay-writing techniques that have earned Kristin & Shane — and some of their students — perfect 36-point scores on the essay.