ACT Test Dates and Registration Deadlines 2026-2027
The ACT is offered on 7 Saturdays every year. The test dates typically fall in February, April, June, July, September, October, and December.
2026-2027 ACT National Test Dates
| TEST DATE | REGISTRATION DEADLINE | LATE REGISTRATION DEADLINE |
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July 11, 2026
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June 5, 2026
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June 24, 2026
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September 19, 2026
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August 14, 2026
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September 1, 2026
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October 17, 2026
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September 11, 2026
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September 29, 2026
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December 12, 2026
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November 6, 2026
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November 29, 2026
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February 27, 2027 |
January 22, 2027
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February 9, 2027
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April 10, 2027 |
March 5, 2027
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March 23, 2027 |
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June 12, 2027 |
May 7, 2027 |
May 25, 2027 |
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July 10, 2027 |
June 4, 2027 |
June 22, 2027 |
Test dates and registration deadlines are subject to change. Please visit ACT’s website for the most current information.
ACT School Day Testing
The ACT might also be offered by your school in the fall or spring. Check with your counselor to see if the ACT is available at your school.
Initial Fall 2026 ACT School Day Testing (Online Only)
- Online Windows
- September 29 – October 2, 2026
- October 5-9, 2026
Fall 2026 ACT School Day Testing
- Paper Dates
- October 13, 2026
- October 27, 2026
- Online Windows
- October 13-16, 2026
- October 19-23, 2026
- October 27-30, 2026
- November 2-6, 2026
Initial Spring 2027 ACT School Day Testing (Online Only)
- Online Windows
- February 23-26, 2027
- March 1-5, 2027
Early Spring 2027 ACT School Day Testing
- Paper Dates
- March 9, 2027
- March 23, 2027
- Online Windows
- March 9-12, 2027
- March 15-19, 2027
- March 23-26, 2027
- March 29 – April 2, 2027
Late Spring 2027 ACT School Day Testing
- Paper Dates
- April 6, 2027
- April 20, 2027
- Online Windows
- April 6-7, 2027
- April 12-16, 2027
- April 20-23, 2027
- April 26-30, 2027
How do I register for the ACT?
You can register for upcoming test dates on ACT’s website. Testing sites can fill up quickly, so it’s best to plan ahead and register as soon as possible.
You can take the ACT multiple times. We recommend planning on testing at least twice.
How much does it cost to take the ACT?
Standard registration for the ACT is $70 and includes the English, Math, and Reading sections. There is a $5 fee to add the Science section and a $25 fee to add the Writing section.
Late registration for the ACT is $112 ($70 standard registration fee + $42 late registration fee).
There are additional fees for changing your test date or location. Please visit ACT’s website for a complete list of fees.
Students with financial need may apply for a fee waiver, which covers registration for two ACT dates, ACT My Answer Key (TIR), additional score reports, and waived application fees at participating colleges.
If you have an ACT fee waiver, you are eligible for Test Innovators’ SAT and ACT Practice Scholarship, which provides one year of full access to our SAT and ACT practice materials. Learn more and apply here.
What if I can’t take the ACT on a Saturday?
The ACT is offered on alternative dates for students who can’t take the test on Saturdays for religious reasons. If you’re unable to take the ACT on a Saturday, you can search for a test center by entering your state and zip code and selecting “Non-Saturday.”
If there aren’t any test centers within 75 miles of your home or a reasonable travel distance, contact ACT.
Are you ready for the ACT?
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Originally published on October 31, 2024. Updated on June 19, 2026.
