Christi Nation
By Christi Nation
Every year, I watch it happen.
Two students. Similar grades. Similar backgrounds. Very different outcomes. One earns a strong ACT score—and suddenly, doors open. Merit scholarships. More college options. Confidence in their future.
The other misses that score by just a few points—and is left piecing together loans, limited offers, and “what ifs.”
That’s the reality of the ACT. A few points can mean thousands of dollars—and a completely different college experience.
This summer, students in the Hot Springs area have an opportunity to change that outcome. National Park College is hosting two immersive ACT Prep Camps on June 8–9 and July 8–9, scheduled just days before official ACT test dates. These aren’t passive review sessions. Students receive focused instruction in Math, English, Reading, and Science, along with proven strategies to improve both speed and accuracy.
And the results are real. Students who attend have increased sub scores by an average of 9 points and composite scores by 5 points.
For those who choose the residential experience, students also stay in Dogwood Hall, enjoy meals on campus, and get a true taste of college life.
But what matters most isn’t just the test. It’s what the score unlocks. More scholarships. More choices. Less stress. And for many families, a real chance to avoid student loan debt. Registration is limited. Visit np.edu/ACTCamp to learn more.
