DESIGNED FOR YOUR SUCCESS
The new enhanced ACT is built for you -
shorter test, more time per question, and
more flexibility to showcase your strengths.
The #1 taken college admissions test in nearly half of U.S. states.*
Next Test Date: October 18 | Early Deadline: September 12
October is one of only three test dates to get your ACT Answer Key! Learn more.
Test Your way. more time, less pressure.
Shorter Test, Fewer Questions
Think clearly, stay focused throughout, and be done before you know it.
More Time Per Question
Get your best score when you feel less pressure to answer every question quickly.
Optional Science and Writing
Choose if you want to show off your strengths with optional science and writing sections.
Test on Paper or Computer
Boost your confidence and performance by testing the way you are most familiar.
Texas Students, Unlock Your STEM Potential!
More scholarship money = less college debt!
The state of Texas is expected to represent nearly 10 percent of all future STEM opportunities in the US*, and more than half of the jobs in the state right now require STEM skills. With the ACT being the only test offering individual science and math scores, you’ll showcase your achievements to be STEM ready!
Some schools in your state have changed their test-optional policies, read more here.
Upcoming Test Dates & Deadlines
Over 97% of scores are available within a 2-4 week period after the test date.
| Test Dates | Score Release Dates | Early Reg Deadlines | Late Reg Deadlines* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 6, 2025 | Sep 23, 2025 | Aug 1, 2025 | Aug 19, 2025 |
| Oct 18, 2025 | Oct 28, 2025 | Sep 12, 2025 | Sep 30, 2025 |
| Dec 13, 2025 | Dec 30, 2025 | Nov 7, 2025 | Nov 24, 2025 |
| Feb 14, 2026 | Mar 3, 2026 | Jan 9, 2026 | Jan 23, 2026 |
| Apr 11, 2026 | Apr 21, 2026 | Mar 6, 2026 | Mar 24, 2026 |
| Jun 13, 2026 | Jun 23, 2026 | May 8, 2026 | May 29, 2026 |
| Jul 11, 2026 | Jul 21, 2026 | Jun 5, 2026 | Jun 24, 2026 |
*Late fee applies.
JOIN MILLIONS OF STUDENTS WHO TRUST THE ACT
25,000+ Students have already taken the new enhanced ACT test.
1.3M Students took the ACT test last year.
35% of ACT test-takers take it more than once to improve scores and scholarship chances.
WHAT STUDENTS ARE SAYING
I feel like [having more time] significantly helped. When I would do practice tests, I was getting on the edge of the time every single time. This time I had time to review almost every section.
Noah Clements
Grade 11, North Caldwell, NJ
I just kind of wanted to take the science because if I didn't it'd be like the same thing as taking the SAT. I want to go into medicine.
Addison Barnes
Grade 11, Mansfield, TX
When I signed up, I was a little nervous, so when I saw that I had the option, I loved it because I didn't have to be forced to take something that I didn't want to.
Brooklyn Dismuke
Grade 11, Dallas, TX
READY TO TAKE THE ACT?
Click below to get started today & secure your spot for the upcoming test!
Everything is bigger in Texas - let's make the Lone Star State our biggest success story yet!
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