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Future ACT dates are only confirmed a little more than a year in advance, but at PrepScholar, we've researched patterns from previous testing years to predict future ACT test dates.

In this guide, we'll provide the confirmed and likely dates for 2024-2025, 2025-2026, and 2026-2027. From the data we've looked at, we can predict these dates with a fair degree of confidence.

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2024-2025 ACT Test Dates

Let's take a look at the dates and deadlines for the 2024-25 ACT testing year. All of these dates are our own estimations, but we’ve referred to previous testing years and dates to make these predictions.

* Students will receive their scores sometime within these reporting windows

ACT Test Dates and Deadlines 2025-2026

The 2025-2026 test dates also haven't been listed by ACT, Inc. yet, tentatively or otherwise. They're based on our own projections. For more information about date accuracy, see our note below.

* Students will receive their scores sometime within these reporting windows

ACT Test Dates and Deadlines 2026-2027

Just like the projected dates above, the 2026-2027 test dates haven't been listed by the ACT yet, tentatively or otherwise. For more information about date accuracy for our projections, see our note below.

* Students will receive their scores sometime within these reporting windows

How Accurate Are These Future ACT Test Dates?

The ACT test dates and registration deadlines for future years should be fairly accurate, as there's little variation from year to year. The score release dates for all years are less predictable, but scores should come out within a week of the anticipated score release dates.

Also, note that not everyone receives their multiple-choice scores at the same time.

How to Use These ACT Test Date Projections

Most of the future ACT dates in this article should be correct. If you have an idea of the month and year you want to take the test, you can check to see whether your test date is on the same day as, say, prom or your birthday.

Basically, these charts make it easy to figure out whether you'll have any possible conflicts. If any of the test dates are off, they'll most likely be exactly a week earlier or later.

Remember, though, that there is some margin of error and these are still just projections. You can plan your ACT schedule using our projections, but definitely check again within a year of the test for the confirmed dates. Nevertheless, the above dates should give you a good idea of when future ACTs will take place.

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What's Next?

Are you wondering when you should sign up to take the ACT for the first time? This guide to choosing the right ACT test date describes the most important considerations to help you choose the best test date for you.

Starting your ACT prep? Check out our guide on the best ways to study for the ACT for all the tips you need to know to reach your goal score. In addition, learn how to make your own study plan.

Practice tests are an important part of ACT prep, and our guide to using ACT practice tests will explain everything you need to know about how to use them correctly.