Illinois Students Choose the ACT
Students who take the ACT qualify for more scholarships, stand out on college applications, and uncover career path insights. Register today!
Why Take the ACT?
Get More Money
Taking the ACT test can increase chances of earning new or better scholarships. One counselor found that over 10 years, more of her students earned more scholarship dollars with ACT scores than SAT scores.
The ACT and SAT Are Both Accepted
The ACT is accepted by the same colleges and universities that accept SAT scores, including Ivy League schools.
Pursuing a Major in STEM?
The ACT test is the only admissions test to measure science skills and report a STEM score to help students interested in science, technology, engineering, and math stand out to potential colleges!
Stand Out on College Applications
College applications are like a puzzle—with each piece of information, admissions officers can develop a more complete picture of an applicant. Students with an ACT score can show schools they have the grit to put in the work.
Prefer a Calculator? Go Ahead!
Students who take the ACT test can use a calculator for the entire math section! The SAT does not allow this.
Unlock the ACT Score Report
In addition to a composite score, the ACT score report can help testers explore how their career interests align with their strengths, see if they meet ACT Readiness Range benchmarks, and compare scores to other students in New York.
Secure a Superscore
ACT now offers an ACT Superscore! A superscore is the average of a student's four best subject scores from each test attempt to count as an official score.
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2021-2022 Test Dates (National)
| Test Date | Regular Registration Deadline | Late Registration Deadline |
Standby Deadline/Photo Upload Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 11, 2021 | August 6 | August 20 | September 3 |
| October 23, 2021 | September 17 | October 1 | October 15 |
| December 11, 2021 | November 5 | November 19 | December 3 |
| February 12, 2022 | January 7 | January 21 | February 4 |
| April 2, 2022 |
February 25 |
March 11 |
March 25 |
| June 11, 2022 | May 6 | May 20 | June 3 |
| July 16, 2022 | June 17 | June 24 | July 8 |
Is Your School Offering ACT District Testing?
Paid for by the school or district, the ACT District Testing Program provides your students with the opportunity to take an official ACT test administration during regular school hours on a weekday. Contact your school to learn more about ACT testing opportunities in your district.
