19Jun
ACT Test Dates and Registration Deadlines 2026-2027
Are you taking the ACT this year? View test dates, regular registration deadlines, and late registration deadlines.
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19Jun
SAT Test Dates and Registration Deadlines 2026-2027
The SAT is offered on 8 Saturdays every year. The test dates typically fall in March, May, June, August, September, October, November, and December. See upcoming dates and registration deadlines.
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05Jun
How the Act Is Scored (2026)
The ACT is scored in a few steps:Your raw score is calculated for each section.Your raw score is converted to a scaled score.Your individual section scores are combined into a Composite score.If you test more than once, you may also be able to report a Superscore. Here's how each step works. Section...
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22May
SAT and ACT Informational Packet
Educators can help students manage the SAT and ACT testing process by providing resources about the tests. We recommend creating an informational packet that you can give to your families as they start the testing process. Here’s a sample packet for inspiration. Please feel free to download and use it.
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21May
Enhanced ACT Infographic
Learn about the structure, format, and content of the enhanced ACT with our visual guide to the new version of the test.
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21May
Digital SAT vs Enhanced ACT Infographic
Deciding whether to take the SAT, ACT, or both is an important choice. See how the new, enhanced ACT compares to the digital SAT.
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21May
How is the ACT Changing? Which Version Will You Take?
The ACT is changing this year. The new version of the test is shorter and offers students more choice and flexibility. The infographic below compares the new version (“Enhanced ACT”) to the old version (“Legacy ACT”), so you can see what’s changing and what’s staying the same.
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30Apr
How to Study for the ACT and SAT
Whether your test date is three weeks away or still months out on the horizon, a good study plan makes a real difference. This post walks you through the full process: how to choose between the ACT and SAT, how to build a study schedule based on how much time...
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28Apr
Learning from Your Mistakes: How to Get the Most Out of Your Practice Tests
You've just finished a practice test. Now what? At Test Innovators, we talk about test prep in three steps: (1) take a practice test, (2) review your results, and (3) do targeted practice. This post is about step two. Going through a completed practice test carefully is one of the most valuable...
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13Apr
What To Expect on the ACT Writing Test (2026)
The ACT Writing Test is the final, optional section of the ACT. If you decide to take it, you'll have 40 minutes to write one essay.You'll be given a description of a complex issue followed by three different perspectives on that issue. You'll be asked to state your own perspective...
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