| Test Date | Registration Deadline (Late fee applies after this date) | Late Deadline | Photo Upload & Standby Deadline | Initial Score Release |
| June 13, 2026 | May 8 | May 29 | June 8 | June 23 |
| July 11, 2026* | June 5 | June 24 | July 6 | July 21 |
| Test Date | Registration Deadline (Late fee applies after this date) | Late Deadline | Photo Upload & Standby Deadline | Initial Score Release |
| September 19, 2026 | August 14 | September 1 | September 14 | October 6 |
| October 17, 2026 | September 11 | September 29 | October 12 | October 27 |
| December 12, 2026 | November 6 | November 29 | December 7 | December 22 |
| February 27, 2027 | January 22 | February 9 | February 22 | March 16 |
| April 10, 2027 | March 5 | March 23 | April 5 | April 20 |
| June 12, 2027 | May 7 | May 25 | June 7 | June 22 |
| July 10, 2027 | June 4 | June 22 | July 5 | July 20 |
What are the differences between the ACT and the SAT?
All 4-year colleges accept both the ACT and the SAT.
For more info, read: SAT vs. ACT: Which Test is Right for You?
Many colleges are test-optional for admission. Should I still take the ACT?
Even for test-optional admissions, colleges are indicating that standardized test scores are often required or helpful for scholarship opportunities, correct class placement, and sometimes as a requirement for specific programs or majors.