Fequently Asked Questions
What does it cost?
Unless noted otherwise in the class schedules, the costs are as follows:
ACT Prep Class or ACT Boot Camp $400
PSAT Prep Class $350
Personal Tutoring cost varies by teacher. The average is $80 an hour.
What is the mailing address for Henson Test Prep?
1700 Crosswood Lane
Vestavia Hills, AL 35216-3100.
Who can take an Henson Test Prep class?
Students of any school can take our prep classes. At this time, group classes are held only in the greater Birmingham, Alabama area. Most classes are made up of juniors and seniors. We also offer online courses for those who are unable to attend in-person classes.
Where can I get directions to the class?
A few days before the class begins, you will receive an e-mail from Henson Test Prep containing the classroom number, directions to the class, and other information.
What should I bring to class?
A few No. 2 Pencils and a hand-held calculator are all that is needed. The list of approved calculators can be found on the test website. You can also bring something to drink, as long as it is in a re-sealable plastic container. Henson Test Prep will provide all study guides, worksheets, and practice test materials. At most classes there will be snacks in the form of candy bars or cookies brought by the teacher.
What does it cost to retake your ACT Prep Class?
Once you have taken our ACT Prep Class, you can take it again for only $300. This is a great benefit for those who plan on taking the ACT test a second time. Please note that this does not apply to the PSAT class, which has a lower tuition cost and is only offered in the fall.
What are the testing requirements for college?
Almost all four-year colleges and universities require students to take either the ACT or the SAT Test. However, specific testing requirements vary from college to college. Visit college websites and research so you are aware of the testing requirements for all the schools that you are considering.
How do I register for the ACT or SAT?
Registration materials may be available in your schools Guidance Office, or you can register online at The College Board and ACT Web sites. Registration deadlines are important and are well ahead of the test dates, so plan ahead.
For the ACT, use this link: https://www.act.org/content/act/en/products-and-services/the-act/registration.html
For the SAT, use this link: https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat/register
What is the ACT?
The ACT is a national college admission examination that consists of tests in: English, Mathematics, Reading, Science Reasoning. The ACT Assessment tests are curriculum based. The ACT Assessment is not an aptitude or an IQ test. Instead, the questions on the ACT are directly related to what you have learned in your high school courses in English, mathematics, and science. Because the ACT tests are based on what is taught in the high school curriculum, students are generally more comfortable with the ACT than they are with the traditional aptitude tests or tests with narrower content. The ACT includes an optional writing assessment.
How many times can I take the ACT?
You can take the ACT as many times as you like. However, there are retest restrictions. Many students take the test twice, once as a junior and again as a senior. Please visit the ACT website, actstudent.org, to read the latest restrictions.
What are the national test dates for the ACT?
Please check the ACT website for current test dates and registration deadlines: actstudent.org
What is the PSAT/NMSQT?
All students are strongly encouraged take the PSAT both as sophomores and juniors. The PSAT is a standardized test that provides practice for the SAT. For juniors, taking the PSAT is the only way to enter National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) scholarship programs.
What are the national test dates for the SAT?
Please check the SAT website for registration deadlines: collegeboard.com
Unless noted otherwise in the class schedules, the costs are as follows:
ACT Prep Class or ACT Boot Camp $400
PSAT Prep Class $350
Personal Tutoring cost varies by teacher. The average is $80 an hour.
What is the mailing address for Henson Test Prep?
1700 Crosswood Lane
Vestavia Hills, AL 35216-3100.
Who can take an Henson Test Prep class?
Students of any school can take our prep classes. At this time, group classes are held only in the greater Birmingham, Alabama area. Most classes are made up of juniors and seniors. We also offer online courses for those who are unable to attend in-person classes.
Where can I get directions to the class?
A few days before the class begins, you will receive an e-mail from Henson Test Prep containing the classroom number, directions to the class, and other information.
What should I bring to class?
A few No. 2 Pencils and a hand-held calculator are all that is needed. The list of approved calculators can be found on the test website. You can also bring something to drink, as long as it is in a re-sealable plastic container. Henson Test Prep will provide all study guides, worksheets, and practice test materials. At most classes there will be snacks in the form of candy bars or cookies brought by the teacher.
What does it cost to retake your ACT Prep Class?
Once you have taken our ACT Prep Class, you can take it again for only $300. This is a great benefit for those who plan on taking the ACT test a second time. Please note that this does not apply to the PSAT class, which has a lower tuition cost and is only offered in the fall.
What are the testing requirements for college?
Almost all four-year colleges and universities require students to take either the ACT or the SAT Test. However, specific testing requirements vary from college to college. Visit college websites and research so you are aware of the testing requirements for all the schools that you are considering.
How do I register for the ACT or SAT?
Registration materials may be available in your schools Guidance Office, or you can register online at The College Board and ACT Web sites. Registration deadlines are important and are well ahead of the test dates, so plan ahead.
For the ACT, use this link: https://www.act.org/content/act/en/products-and-services/the-act/registration.html
For the SAT, use this link: https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat/register
What is the ACT?
The ACT is a national college admission examination that consists of tests in: English, Mathematics, Reading, Science Reasoning. The ACT Assessment tests are curriculum based. The ACT Assessment is not an aptitude or an IQ test. Instead, the questions on the ACT are directly related to what you have learned in your high school courses in English, mathematics, and science. Because the ACT tests are based on what is taught in the high school curriculum, students are generally more comfortable with the ACT than they are with the traditional aptitude tests or tests with narrower content. The ACT includes an optional writing assessment.
How many times can I take the ACT?
You can take the ACT as many times as you like. However, there are retest restrictions. Many students take the test twice, once as a junior and again as a senior. Please visit the ACT website, actstudent.org, to read the latest restrictions.
What are the national test dates for the ACT?
Please check the ACT website for current test dates and registration deadlines: actstudent.org
What is the PSAT/NMSQT?
All students are strongly encouraged take the PSAT both as sophomores and juniors. The PSAT is a standardized test that provides practice for the SAT. For juniors, taking the PSAT is the only way to enter National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) scholarship programs.
What are the national test dates for the SAT?
Please check the SAT website for registration deadlines: collegeboard.com