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ACT Testing FAQs

How do I apply for accommodations on the ACT?

Please follow the easy 4-step process below to apply for accommodations on the ACT. All testers must register online at www.act.org. Plan ahead – it will save you time and money later!

  1. Create an account and/or log in to the ACT website. Begin the registration process by choosing a test date.
  2. During the registration process you will be prompted to select National or Special Testing (see below if you are not sure what kind of tester you are).
  3. After you've completed the registration process, forward your confirmation email to Ms. Marconi.
  4. Sign this Release form and email a copy to Ms. Marconi. You can complete steps 2 & 3 together.

After steps 1-4 have been completed, Ms. Marconi will complete the remainder of ACT's application process online. Accommodations decisions usually take 2 to 4 weeks to process.

 

Should I identify as a National Tester or Special Tester?

National Testers

Accommodations include large-block answer sheets, large print test booklets, or 50% extended time.

Special Testers

Accommodations include, but are not limited to, computer use for essays, 100% extended time, the use of a 4-function calculator on the science section, or audio/reader.

If you don't know for which accommodations you qualify, please email Ms. Marconi or read through your learning profile.

I am approved for accommodations on the ACT. Do these accommodations apply to the SAT as well?

No. The SAT is administered through the CollegeBoard, which is separate from the ACT.

Testing agencies deny accommodations for different reasons. You might receive different accommodations on the ACT versus tests administered through the CollegeBoard.

Ask Ms. Marconi if you have questions about your approved accommodations.

What is SI's new ACT Special Testing Policy?

The test dates available don't work. Can I hire my own proctor?

No. The scheduling and administering of all tests must be organized by the SSD Coordinator per the ACT's policy.

ACT Special Testing Dates (2018-2019) - SI ONLY

Special Testing Dates for the 2018 - 2019 School Year:

This schedule is for Timing Codes 6 & 7 only. Timing codes 2, 3, and 5 will schedule their testing directly with the SSD Coordinator. Don't see your Timing Code here? Contact Ms. Marconi for more information.

September Schedule - All Timing Codes

Timing Code 6 (with computer accommodation only)

Saturday, September 8 from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM: All sections

Timing Code 7

  • Saturday, September 15 from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM: English (70 minutes), 30 minute break, Mathematics (90 minutes)
  • Tuesday, September 18 during X Period (8:30 AM - 9:30 AM): Reading (55 minutes)
  • Friday, September 21 during FML (8:30 AM - 9:30 AM): Science (55 minutes)
  • Tuesday, September 25 during X Period (8:30 AM - 9:30 AM): Writing (60 minutes)

Timing Codes 2 & 5

To be scheduled individually.

October Schedule - All Timing Codes

Timing Code 6 (with computer accommodation only)

Saturday, October 27 from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM: All sections

Timing Code 7

  • Saturday, October 27 from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM: English (70 minutes), 30 minute break, Mathematics (90 minutes)
  • Tuesday, October 30 during X Period (8:30 AM - 9:30 AM): Reading (55 minutes)
  • Friday, November 2 during FML (8:30 AM - 9:30 AM): Science (55 minutes)
  • Tuesday, November 6 during X Period (8:30 AM - 9:30 AM): Writing (60 minutes)

Timing Codes 2 & 5

To be scheduled individually.

December Schedule - All Timing Codes

Timing Code 6 (with computer accommodation only)

Saturday, December 8 from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM: All sections

Timing Code 7

  • Saturday, December 8 from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM: English (70 minutes), 30 minute break, Mathematics (90 minutes)
  • Sunday, December 9 from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Reading (55 minutes), 15 minute break, Science (55 minutes) 
  • Tuesday, December 11 during X Period (8:30 AM - 9:30 AM): Writing (60 minutes)

Timing Codes 2 & 5

To be scheduled individually.

February Schedule - All Timing Codes - Minor Conflicts for certain timing codes

Timing Code 6 (with computer accommodation only)

Saturday, February 9 from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM: All sections

Timing Code 7 – CONFLICT: PRESIDENT’S DAY WEEKEND

  • Saturday, February 9 from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM: English (70 minutes), 30 minute break, Mathematics (90 minutes)
  • Tuesday, February 12 during X Period (8:30 AM - 9:30 AM): Reading (55 minutes)
  • Friday, February 15 during FML (8:30 AM - 9:30 AM): Science (55 minutes)
  • Friday, February 22 during FML (8:30 AM - 9:30 AM): Writing (60 minutes)  

Timing Codes 2 & 5

To be scheduled individually.

April Schedule - All Timing Codes adjusted for Easter Break

Timing Code 6 (with computer accommodation only)
CONFLICT: EASTER BREAK (April 13 - April 22)
Saturday, April 27 from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM: All sections

Timing Code 7 – CONFLICT: EASTER BREAK (April 13 - April 22)

  • Saturday, April 27 from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM: English (70 minutes), 30 minute break, Mathematics (90 minutes)
  • Tuesday, April 30 during X Period (8:30 AM - 9:30 AM): Reading (55 minutes)
  • Friday, May 3 during FML (8:30 AM - 9:30 AM): Science (55 minutes)
  • Tuesday, May 7 during X Period (8:30 AM - 9:30 AM): Writing (60 minutes)

Timing Codes 2 & 5

To be scheduled individually.

June Schedule - All Timing Codes

Timing Code 6 (with computer accommodation only)

Saturday, June 8 from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM: All sections

Timing Code 7

  • Monday, June 10 at 9:00 AM: English (70 minutes)
  • Tuesday, June 11 at 9:00 AM: Mathematics (90 minutes)
  • Wednesday, June 12 at 9:00 AM: Reading (55 minutes)
  • Thursday, June 13 at 9:00 AM: Science (55 minutes)
  • Friday, June 14 at 9:00 AM: Writing (60 minutes)

Timing Codes 2 & 5

  • Monday, June 10 at 10:30 AM: English (70 minutes)
  • Tuesday, June 11 at 11:00 AM: Mathematics (90 minutes)
  • Wednesday, June 12 at 10:15 AM: Reading (55 minutes)
  • Thursday, June 13 at 10:15 AM: Science (55 minutes)
  • Friday, June 14 at 10:15 AM: Writing (60 minutes)

July Schedule - NOT AVAILABLE

SI is closed for the summer.

National Testing Dates (2018-2019)

SI administers the ACT to school-based special testers only. The dates below are for your reference.

National Testing Dates

Click here for a full list of registration deadlines and testing dates.

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