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Last Updated: August 09, 2024

ACT 2024-2025 Test Dates

ACT is conducted multiple times a year in the United States and abroad in many countries. The National Test Dates are for the tests conducted in the United States, United States territories, Puerto Rico, and Canada. The International Test Dates are for tests conducted around the globe. Not all tests are conducted in every country, so check before registering.

ACT Test Dates Terminology

Please note: additional dates are added for 2024- 2025!

National ACT Test Dates

Test DateRegistration DeadlineLate Registration DeadlineStandby Deadline
September 14, 2024August 9, 2024August 25, 2024September 6, 2024
October 26, 2024September 20, 2024October 7, 2024October 18, 2024
December 14, 2024November 8, 2024November 22, 2024December 6, 2024
February 8, 2025January 3, 2025January 20, 2025January 31, 2025
April 5, 2025February 28, 2025March 16, 2025March 28, 2025
June 14, 2025May 9, 2025May 26, 2025June 6, 2025
July 12, 2025June 6, 2025June 20, 2025July 4, 2025

Global ACT Test Dates

Test DateRegistration DeadlineLate Registration DeadlineEarliest Score Availability
September 13-14, 2024August 16, 2024August 30, 2024September 6, 2024
October 25-26, 2024September 27, 2024October 11, 2024October 18, 2024
December 13-14, 2024November 15, 2024November 29, 2024December 6, 2024
February 7-8, 2025January 10, 2025January 24, 2025January 31, 2025
April 14-15, 2025March 7, 2025March 21, 2025March 28, 2025
June 13-14, 2025May 16, 2025May 30, 2025Hune 6, 2025
July 11-12, 2025June 13, 2025June 27, 2025July 4, 2025


Recent Changes to ACT

ACT introduced an innovative pilot program for the December 2023 ACT National test, giving a unique opportunity to 5,000 students to try out the much-awaited online testing format. However, beginning in February 2024, ACT started providing this new online testing alternative at specific sites nationwide. The online ACT cannot be taken remotely and must be completed on a device provided by the test center at the selected location. This new online testing alternative offered by ACT will provide students with a more convenient and flexible option for taking the exam. By allowing students to take the test online at specific sites across the country, ACT is aiming to make the testing process more accessible and efficient for students. Students could choose to see if computer-based testing is offered in their location and sign up by clicking here.

Starting in April 2025, students who choose online testing will benefit from enhanced flexibility and options, a reduced test duration, and additional time to respond to each question. These enhancements will also be applied to paper-based tests beginning in September 2025. Schools and districts will have access to these options starting in the spring of 2026.

Some Tips to Remember


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