ACT Testing FAQs
- COVID-19 Response Update
- How do I apply for accommodations on the ACT?
- ACT Special Testing Dates (2020-2021) - SI ONLY
- National or Special Testing?
- National Testing Dates (2019-2020)
- Important Links and Resources
COVID-19 Response Update
Within accommodations there are two distinct groups - those who can test at "National Testing" Centers and those who must test as "School Based Testers" at SI. Please make sure you understand which group you are a part of and how ACT's changes impact you.
JUNE TESTING: canceled 5/13/20
- JULY TESTING: CANCELLED 6/15/2020
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TC 6 (Cancelled |
) TC 7 (Cancelled) |
TC 2 (Cancelled) |
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Monday, July 20 9:00-3:00 |
Monday, July 20, 9:00-1:00 English 70 min (30 min break) Math 90 min |
To be individually scheduled on: |
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Tuesday, June 21, 9:00-12:00 Reading 55 min (15 min break), Science 55min, (15 min break), Writing 60 min |
Monday, July 20 & Tuesday, July 21 |
How do I apply for accommodations on the ACT?
Please follow the easy 4-step process below to apply for accommodations on the ACT.
REGISTER & APPLY FOR ACCOMMODATIONS:
- Create an account and/or log in to the ACT website
- 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)
- After you've completed the registration process, forward your confirmation email to the Learning Center
- Confirm with the LC that the request for accommodations will include all accommodations listed on the students' Learning Profile
After steps 1-4 have been completed, the Learning Center will complete the remainder of ACT's application process online. Accommodations decisions usually take 2 to 4 weeks to process
IF YOU ARE ALREADY APPROVED FOR ACCOMMODATIONS:
- Choose a test date and register online
- Forward your confirmation email to the Learning Center and she will "assign" the test to you
ACT Special Testing Dates (2020-2021) - SI ONLY
Special Testing Dates for the 2020 - 2021 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.
St. Ignatius Special Testing is NOT available in December 2020.
June 2020 - CANCELLED 5/13/2020
- "National Testing Students" are able to register at a National Testing Center
July 2020 - CANCELLED 6/15/2020
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Testing calendars and registration for the 2020-2021 year will be published by ACT in late July.
2020-2021 School Year (subject to change as school schedule is released)
September 12, 2020 - CANCELLED 08/21/2020
| TC 6 |
TC 7 |
TC 2 |
| Saturday, September 12, 9:00-3:00 | Saturday, September 12, 9:00-1:00 English 70 min (30 min break) Math 90 min | To be individually scheduled |
| Monday, September 14, 8:00-9:00am Reading 55 min | ||
| Tuesday, September 15, 1:30 - 2:30 Science 55 min | ||
| Wednesday, September 16, 8:00-9:00am Writing 60 min |
October 24, 2020
| TC 6 |
TC 7 |
TC 2 |
| Saturday, October 24, 9:00-3:00 | Saturday, October 24, 9:00-1:00 English 70 min (30 min break) Math 90 min | To be individually scheduled |
| Tuesday, October 27, X-period Reading 55 min | ||
| Thursday, October 29, X-Period Science 55 min | ||
| Tuesday, November 3, X-Period Writing 60 min |
DECEMBER ACT NOT AVAILABLE THROUGH SPECIAL TESTING -
February 6, 2021 (dates subject to change based on Safety Return Plan)
| TC 6 |
TC 7 |
TC 2 |
| Saturday, February 6, 9:00-3:00 | Saturday, February 6, 9:00-1:00 English 70 min (30 min break) Math 90 min | To be individually scheduled |
| Monday, February 8, 8:00-9:00am Reading 55 min | ||
| Tuesday, February 9, 1:30 - 2:30 Science 55 min | ||
| Wednesday, February 10, 8:00-9:00am Writing 60 min |
April 17, 2021 (dates subject to change based on Safety Return Plan)
| TC 6 |
TC 7 |
TC 2 |
| Saturday, April 17, 9:00-3:00 | Saturday, April 17, 9:00-1:00 English 70 min (30 min break) Math 90 min | To be individually scheduled |
| Monday, April 19, 8:00-9:00am Reading 55 min | ||
| Tuesday, April 20, 1:30 - 2:30 Science 55 min | ||
| Wednesday, April 21, 8:00-9:00am Writing 60 min |
June 14, 2021 (Monday start date)
| TC 6 |
TC 7 |
TC 2 |
| Monday, June 16 9:00-3:00 | Monday, June 16, 9:00-1:00 English 70 min (30 min break) Math 90 min | To be individually scheduled |
| Tuesday June 17, 9:00-12:00 Reading 55 min (15 min break), Science 55min | ||
| Wednesday June 18, Writing 60 min |
National or Special Testing?
National Testers
- 50% extended time
- Large-block answer sheets
- Large print test booklets
Special Testers
- Any timing code different from standard time or 50% extended time
- Computer for the Writing section only
- 100% extended time
- Multiple day testing
Check your learning profile for the list of accommodations for which you may qualify.
