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What Is ACT?

What Is ACT?

The ACT is a standardized college admissions test widely accepted in the U.S. and beyond. Delivered in both paper and digital formats, it includes English, Math, Reading, and optional Science & Writing sections. Scores range from 1–36. Online testing began in 2025, and Science & Writing are now optional.

The ACT is a standardized college admissions test widely accepted in the U.S. and beyond. Delivered in both paper and digital formats, it includes English, Math, Reading, and optional Science & Writing sections. Scores range from 1–36. Online testing began in 2025, and Science & Writing are now optional.

Global Acceptance

Global Acceptance

Global Recognition of ACT

Global Recognition of ACT

Accepted by thousands of colleges, primarily in the U.S. and also by institutions in Canada, Singapore, and beyond. Both ACT and SAT are equally valued by most admissions officers.

Accepted by thousands of colleges, primarily in the U.S. and also by institutions in Canada, Singapore, and beyond. Both ACT and SAT are equally valued by most admissions officers.

3,000+

3,000+

US Colleges

50+

50+

Countries

ELIGIBILITY

ELIGIBILITY

Who Can Take the ACT?

Who Can Take the ACT?

No formal prerequisites—intended for high school students. Fluency in English is expected. Digital ACT is available to all international learners.

No formal prerequisites—intended for high school students. Fluency in English is expected. Digital ACT is available to all international learners.

High School Students

No grade restrictions

International Students

Available worldwide

English

Fluency

Expected proficiency level

SCORE Guide

SCORE Guide

ACT Format & Scoring

ACT Format & Scoring

Total test time: ~2 hrs 5 mins (English 45 min, Math 60 min, Reading 35 min). Science (~35 min) and Writing (~40 min) are optional. Composite score (1–36); writing is reported separately.

Total test time: ~2 hrs 5 mins (English 45 min, Math 60 min, Reading 35 min). Science (~35 min) and Writing (~40 min) are optional. Composite score (1–36); writing is reported separately.

English

45 mins

Math

60 mins

Reading

35 mins

Science*

35 mins

Score Planning Tips

Composite Score

1-36

Section Scores

1-36 each

Writing Score

2-12

Test Details

Test Details

Total Time

2h 5min

With Writing

2h 45min

Format

Digital/Paper

TEST Costing

TEST Costing

Fees & Test Windows

Fees & Test Windows

Standard ACT fee: US$65 (no writing/science). Add-ons: Science US$4; Writing US$25. International testing fees may include surcharges. ACT offered 7 times/year in the U.S., 5 times in other countries.

Standard ACT fee: US$65 (no writing/science). Add-ons: Science US$4; Writing US$25. International testing fees may include surcharges. ACT offered 7 times/year in the U.S., 5 times in other countries.

Test Fees

Standard ACT

English, Math, Reading

$65

Science Add-on

Optional section

+$4

Writing Add-on

Essay section

+$25

2025 Test Dates

2025 Test Dates

Feb

Apr

Jun

Jul

Sep

Oct

Dec

  • US: 7 test dates per year

  • International: 5 test dates per year

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