National ACT (Weekend ACT)
A national ACT assessment is optional but recommended for students in grades 11-12 interested in applying for colleges. The scores from this assessment can be submitted to colleges and universities as part of the college application process. A national ACT does NOT meet the graduation requirement set forth by ISBE.
The ACT consists of four multiple-choice sections—English, mathematics, reading, and science—along with an optional writing test.
Test Date and Registration
2024-2025 Deadlines:
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Test Dates
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Registration Deadline
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Late Fee Required
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June 8, 2024
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May 3, 2024
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May 19, 2024
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July 13, 2024
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June 7, 2024 | June 21, 2024 |
| September 14, 2024 | August 9, 2024 | August 25, 2024 |
| October 26, 2024 | September 20, 2024 | October 7, 2024 |
| December 14, 2024 | November 8, 2024 | November 22, 2024 |
| February 8, 2025 | January 3, 2025 | January 20, 2025 |
| April 5, 2025 | February 28, 2025 | March 16, 2024 |
| June 14, 2025 | May 9, 2025 | May 26, 2025 |
| July 12, 2025 | June 6, 2025 | June 20, 2025 |
Students must sign-up online at the ACT website by creating an ACT Student Web Account.