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ACT Scores: The First Step Is Knowing the Basics about the Test

 

 

 

 

ACT scores

The ACT is composed of four standard test sections:

  • English
  • Mathematics
  • Reading
  • Science Reasoning

Each section is scored on a scale of 1-36. You will also receive a composite ACT score, which is the average of your four test scores.

If you take the Writing test, you will receive a Writing test subscore (ranging from 2 to 12) and a combined English/Writing score (ranging from 1 to 36), along with comments about your essay.

By utilizing ACT prep, you'll be able to maximize your scoring. ACT test prep grants you tips and strategies to increase your scores.

ACT testing locations

Tests are usually administered at high schools. Check with your guidance counselor or contact ACT, Inc. for more information.

ACT testing dates

 

Test Date Registration Date Late Registration
February 11, 2012 January 13, 2012 January 14-20, 2012
April 14, 2012 March 9, 2012 March 10-23, 2012
June 9, 2012 May 4, 2012 May 5-18, 2012
September 8, 2012 TBA TBA
October 27, 2012 TBA TBA
December 8, 2012 TBA TBA

*Only within the 50 United States and D.C.
**No testing in New York

ACT help: understand the test structure for high ACT scores

 

English
Question Type Number of Questions
Usage & mechanics 40
Rhetorical skills 35
Time Allotted: 45 minutes
Mathematics
Question Type Number of Questions
Pre-Algebra (Arithmetic) 14
Elementary algebra 10
Intermediate algebra 9
Coordinate geometry 9
Plane geometry 14
Trigonometry 4
Time Allotted: 60 minutes
Reading
Question Type Number of Questions
Prose fiction 10
Humanities 10
Social studies 10
Natural sciences 10
Time Allotted: 35 minutes
Science Reasoning
Question Type Number of Questions
Data representation 15
Research summary 18
Conflicting viewpoint 7
Time Allotted: 35 minutes
Writing (optional)
Question Type Number of Questions
Essay 1
Time Allotted: 30 minutes

 

 

 

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