Last Updated: October 23, 2023
ACT 2024 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
- Test Date - This is the date when the ACT is being conducted.
- Registration Deadline - The regular registration deadline date. Students should register by this date to avoid paying a late registration fee.
- Late Registration Deadline - Students can register for ACT by paying the additional late registration fee.
- Standby Deadline - After the late registration deadline has passed, students can still register for standby testing. They will be allowed to take the test only if there is a spot available on the day of testing. If a spot is unavailable, the fee will be refunded and the student will have to choose another test date.
- Photo Upload Deadline - This deadline coincides with the Standby deadline and the students have to upload their photos online by this date.
Please note: additional dates are added for 2024!
National ACT Test Dates
Test Date | Registration Deadline | Late Registration Deadline | Standby Deadline |
September 9, 2023 | August 4, 2023 | August 18, 2023 | September 1, 2023 |
October, 28, 2023 | September 22, 2023 | October 6, 2023 | October 20, 2023 |
December 9, 2023 | November 3, 2023 | November 17, 2023 | December 1, 2023 |
February 10, 2024 | January 5, 2024 | January 19, 2024 | February 2, 2024 |
April 13, 2024 | March 8, 2024 | March 22, 2024 | April 5, 2024 |
June 8, 2024 | May 3, 2024 | May 17, 2024 | May 31, 2024 |
July 13, 2024 | June 7, 2024 | June 21, 2024 | July 5, 2024 |
Global ACT Test Dates
Test Date | Registration Deadline | Late Registration Deadline | Earliest Score Availability |
September 8-9, 2023 | August 12, 2023 | August 25, 2023 | September 12, 2023 |
October 27-28, 2023 | September 29, 2023 | October 13, 2023 | October 31, 2023 |
December 1-2, 2023 | November 3, 2023 | November 17, 2023 | December 5, 2023 |
February 23-24, 2024 | January 26, 2024 | February 9, 2024 | February 27, 2024 |
April 12-13, 2024 | March 15, 2024 | March 29, 2024 | April 16, 2024 |
June 7-8, 2024 | May 10, 2024 | May 24, 2024 | June 11, 2024 |
July 12-13, 2024 | June 14, 2024 | June 28, 2024 | July 16, 2024 |
ACT is offering a groundbreaking pilot program for the December 2023 ACT National test event, allowing a select group of 5,000 students to experience the highly anticipated online option. As the candidate navigates through the registration process, the candidate will have the exciting opportunity to choose between the innovative "Computer" or traditional "Paper" testing methods. It is essential to note that, initially, the availability of a nearby test center might be limited for those opting for the "Computer" option. Learn more about ACT's
online test experience HERE.
Some Tips to Remember
- Students should consider registering 2 months before the registration deadline.
- Testing dates are on Saturdays.
- Some test centers allow testing on non-Saturday days as well but only for religious reasons.
- The ACT fees are non-refundable, although the test can be rescheduled.
- Scores are available anywhere between 2 days to 8 weeks, with no specific deadline.
CLICK HERE to find test centers by entering state or territory and zip code.