I may be overthinking things, but I'm not clear on when I should be scheduling my ACT, or when the scores will be released. Can anyone please clarify?
Sure thing! The ACT is typically offered 7 times per year: in September, October, December, February, April, June, and July. The exact dates will vary each year, but they're usually on a Saturday. It's recommended that you book your test date well in advance to ensure you secure a spot at your preferred testing location.
In terms of score release, multiple-choice scores are usually available 10 days after the test date. However, there's always the possibility of a delay, so it's a good idea to allow for up to two weeks. Writing scores can take an additional two weeks beyond the multiple-choice scores, so if you take the ACT with Writing, you may not get your complete score report for roughly a month.
When scheduling your ACT, you'll want to consider how your test date aligns with college application deadlines. Ideally, you should allow for enough time to possibly retake the test if you're not satisfied with your scores on the first attempt.
It's also worth noting that if you have accommodations that allow you to test over multiple days or need the results by a particular college application deadline, you should take these factors into account when choosing your test date.
Hope this helps clarify things! Good luck with your testing and college app process!
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