ACT Exam Dates 2020-2021

About The ACT Exam Test & 2020-21 Test Dates

The ACT is the leading US college admissions test that measures what you learn in high school to determine your academic readiness for college. The ACT contains multiple-choice tests in four areas: English, math, reading and science. ACT’s writing test is optional and will not affect your composite score.

Test DateRegistration DeadlineScore Release*
July 18, 2020June 19, 2020Jul 28 – Aug 31
September 12, 2020August 14, 2020Sept 22 – Nov 6
October 24, 2020September 18, 2020Nov 10 – Dec 31
December 12, 2020November 6, 2020Dec 22 – Feb 5
February 6, 2021January 8, 2021Feb 16 – Apr 1
April 17, 2021March 12, 2021Apr 27 – May 7
June 12, 2021May 7, 2021Jun 22 – Aug 9
July 17, 2021June 18, 2021Jul 27 – Sept 10

* Score release dates are estimated by the ACT to be released 2-8 weeks after the test date.

Registration for official ACT exams must be completed on the ACT.org website