The ACT
The ACT is a college admissions test that lasts 2 hours and 55 minutes (for actual testing time), plus an additional 30 minutes if you are taking ACT plus Writing. All the sections are multiple choice with the exception of the Writing Test.
The ACT tests these subject areas: English, Mathematics, Reading and Science.
English tests punctuation, grammar, sentence structure, and consists of five prose passages with accompanying questions.
Math tests various levels of algebra, geometry, and some trigonometry, and permits use of a calculator.
Reading tests reading comprehension.
Science covers background knowledge in biology, chemistry, physics and earth/space sciences.
Writing (only available with the ACT plus Writing test) consists of one writing prompt, where the student is asked to present a point of view on an issue.
Each section is scored out of a possible 36; the score report also includes a composite score out of 36.
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The ACT tests these subject areas: English, Mathematics, Reading and Science.
English tests punctuation, grammar, sentence structure, and consists of five prose passages with accompanying questions.
Math tests various levels of algebra, geometry, and some trigonometry, and permits use of a calculator.
Reading tests reading comprehension.
Science covers background knowledge in biology, chemistry, physics and earth/space sciences.
Writing (only available with the ACT plus Writing test) consists of one writing prompt, where the student is asked to present a point of view on an issue.
Each section is scored out of a possible 36; the score report also includes a composite score out of 36.
ACT Registration
ACT Test Dates
ACT Fee Waivers