description ACT Overview
The ACT is a standardized test administered by the Educational Testing Service (ETS), assessing high school students’ readiness for college through sections measuring English, mathematics, reading, and science skills.
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What sections are on the ACT?
The ACT includes English, mathematics, reading, and science sections, with an optional writing test offered separately. The test measures skills commonly used in U.S. college admissions.
Who administers the ACT?
The ACT is administered by ACT, the organization that owns and operates the assessment. ETS is a separate testing organization and should not be confused with the ACT provider.
Is the ACT an entrance exam or a school exam?
It is a college-admissions test that students may submit to participating colleges and universities. Individual institutions decide whether scores are required, optional, or considered in another way.
Can students take the ACT online?
ACT has offered computer-based testing in some settings and locations, while availability depends on the test date and region. Students should check the official ACT registration page for the current format offered to them.
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