ACET (Philippines University Entrance Tests) study plan
ACET · Give each week a clear focus.
8 weeks · About 6 hours per week
Mathematics
Diagnose baseline accuracy in arithmetic and algebra by working 40 mixed problems under timed conditions
Build a personal error log categorizing each miss as concept gap, calculation slip, or misread question
Drill fraction, decimal, ratio, and percentage conversions until 90% accuracy on a 30-item set
Your checkpoint
A dated error log with at least 40 logged problems and a written diagnosis of your top three weak math subtopics
Mathematics
Solve linear equations and inequalities in one and two variables without step-by-step prompting
Apply ratio, proportion, and percentage change to multi-step word problems
Practice estimation and answer-elimination to solve 10 problems without full computation
Your checkpoint
A timed 25-question algebra and arithmetic quiz scored and reviewed, with every wrong answer reworked correctly
Science
Map the science syllabus into a checklist and mark each item as confident, shaky, or unknown
Explain core biology concepts (cell structure, genetics, human systems) aloud from memory without notes
Define and apply foundational chemistry terms including atomic structure, bonding, and the mole concept
Your checkpoint
A completed syllabus checklist with every item tagged by confidence level and a one-page summary of your three weakest science areas
Science & Mathematics
Solve physics problems involving motion, force, energy, and basic circuits using formula recall
Interpret tables, graphs, and experimental data to draw valid conclusions
Re-test the week 1 math error log to confirm at least half of the logged gaps are closed
Your checkpoint
A 30-question science mixed practice set scored to at least 70%, plus a before-and-after comparison of math error-log accuracy
English
Identify and correct the five most frequent grammar error types in your own writing samples
Complete 40 vocabulary-in-context items and record unfamiliar words with definitions and example sentences
Summarize a 400-word passage in three sentences capturing the main claim and supporting evidence
Your checkpoint
A grammar error-type reference sheet in your own words plus a portfolio of 10 passage summaries
English & Abstract Reasoning
Answer reading comprehension questions by locating explicit textual evidence for each choice
Practice inference and author's-tone questions until you can justify answers in one written line each
Solve 20 pattern-completion and sequence problems by stating the underlying rule before answering
Your checkpoint
A timed 30-question English set scored to at least 75%, with a written justification for every answer
Abstract Reasoning
Classify abstract reasoning item types (series, analogies, matrices, spatial) and list a solving strategy for each
Complete 50 non-verbal reasoning items with a target of 80% accuracy
Reduce average time per abstract reasoning item to under 60 seconds without losing accuracy
Your checkpoint
A strategy cheat sheet for each abstract reasoning item type plus a timed 40-item practice set log showing accuracy and average time
English & Mathematics & Science & Abstract Reasoning
Take two full-length mixed mock exams under strict timing and record section-by-section scores
Review every missed question and reclassify errors using the week 1 error-log categories
Finalize a one-page exam-day plan covering pacing, section order, and time checkpoints
Your checkpoint
Two completed mock exam score reports with a written improvement comparison and a final one-page exam-day strategy sheet
Milestones
Week 2: Score at least 70% on the timed 25-question math quiz and demonstrate that all algebra errors have been reworked correctly
Week 4: Complete the science syllabus checklist with no more than 25% of items still marked unknown, and score at least 70% on the science practice set
Week 6: Score at least 75% on the timed English set with a written justification for every answer
Week 7: Achieve at least 80% accuracy on abstract reasoning items at under 60 seconds average per item
Week 8: Improve total mock exam score between the first and second full-length attempt and submit the completed exam-day strategy sheet