Formerly known as American College Testing
The ACT is a standardized test used for college admissions that assesses students’ readiness for college level work. The Enhanced ACT has three main sections: English, Math, and Reading. There are also two optional sections: Science and Writing. The new Enhanced ACT is shorter and gives more time.
College Level Work
50 Questions- 35 minutes
45 Questions-50 minutes
36 Questions-40 minutes
40 Questions-40 minutes
Understanding the ACT test format and policies helps students prepare effectively and
perform their best.
Flexible Testing
Paper-based and computer-based test.
Grade-Appropriate
2 hours and 15 minutes in total. This does not include the optional sections.
Mental Math Focus
There is a built-in calculator for the digital ACT. Students must bring their own approved calculator for the paper-based ACT.
Fair Assessment
The ACT score ranges from 1-36 for each section. The composite score now for the Enhanced ACT will be calculated from only three sections: Reading, Math and English. The Science section and Writing are optional.
Multiple Opportunities
Students can use tools to highlight text, cross out answer choices, and make notes.
Detailed Results
Students can use their own laptops or school-issued devices.
The ACT plays a pivotal role in the admissions process, providing schools with a standardized measure to evaluate academic readiness across diverse student populations. It helps schools make informed decisions about student placement and predict future academic success.
