So you want to sign up for the ACT, but you have several concerns first. Are you worried that you are not ready for the ACT and if you sign up now, you won't have enough time to prepare completely? Can I afford the ACT fees? I don't have internet service, how do I sign up? 1. When to sign up for the ACT You might want to give yourself plenty of time to prepare for the ACT prior to taking it. I suggest that you take a practice test first. You can get yourself a study guide with tests, or use one of the practice tests found on act.org website. Then figure out how long you will want to study prior to signing up for the ACT. 2. Sign up using a packet These are perfectly normal questions when signing up for the ACT. If you don't have internet, don't worry, you can still sign up for the ACT. If you go to a high school, you can go to your high school guidance counselor and request a packet. If you are home schooled and want to get a packet without going through the local high school, request a packet using the information above. 3. Use the Internet If you decide to use the internet go to www.actstudent.org for more information. Here is what you will need in order to sign up online:
4. Need Accommodations? Do you have an IEP or need special accommodations for the test to work for you? You must think about these issues prior to signing up for the ACT. You can either call 319-337-1332 or act.org for more information. Here's how to sign up for accommodations on the ACT:
5. Cost There are several costs in addition to the test cost that you might want to think about.
6. When is the ACT covered in 2017-2018 school year? The ACT is offered seven times this year which is more than it has been offered in the past. You can go to act.org for more information about late registration.
7. How often can I take the ACT? You can take the ACT 12 times at most. However most students take the ACT 1-2 times. Colleges used to not encourage students to take it more than 1x but colleges have realized that students who take the ACT more often are more dedicated to working hard and earning a good score instead of those that don't. Final Thoughts Once you have figured out how long you need to study and signed up for the ACT, you can set up a study plan that will help you focus your studying and keep you on track. This can be done with the same study guide you used for a practice test or by getting yourself a tutor. If you like this article and would like more information about how to set up a study plan visit my website at saintstrainingandtutoring.weebly.com.
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11/6/2017 07:40:11 pm
Great article with really important information. Didn't know you could take the ACT more than once.
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11/6/2017 09:32:55 pm
Thank you Terri. Yes, you can take it more than once, but some just take it and forget about it.
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11/7/2017 06:39:35 am
A wonderfully concise article with all pertinent information! Do you suggest a general first time to sign up for the ACT, such as end of sophomore year, during junior year, etc. or does it really depend on the individual and their course load?
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11/7/2017 08:15:31 am
You can take the ACT as early as age 13, but you cannot sign up online. I would have said that juniors and seniors should be the ones to focus on the ACT until I had a freshman ask for my tutoring. The more familiar you are with the test the better you will do so I think it should be based on preference.
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