Important Dates 2026-2027
Are you considering having your student take the SAT or ACT? Please check the information about upcoming SAT and ACT test dates.
ACT and SAT difference?
| ACT | SAT | |
|---|---|---|
| Total Time | 2 hours 5 mins without Writing or Science | 2 hours 14 minutes total |
| Order of Sections |
1. English |
1. Reading and Writing (Module 1 and 2) |
| Time per Section | 1. English: 35 mins 2. Math: 50 mins 3. Reading: 40 mins 4. Science (optional): 40 mins 5. Writing (optional): 40 mins |
1. Reading and Writing: 64 mins (two 32-min 2. Math: 70 mins (two 35-min modules) |
| # of Questions | 1. English: 50 questions 2. Math: 45 questions 3. Reading: 36 questions 4. Science (optional): 40 questions 5. Writing (optional): 1 essay |
1. Reading and Writing: 54 questions 2. Math: 44 questions |
| Scoring |
Total score ranges: 1-36 Each section uses a scale of 1-36. Your total score is the average of your three required sections scores. The optional Writing section uses a scale of 2-12 and does not count toward your final score. |
Total score ranges: 400-1600 The Reading and Writing and Math sections each use a scale of 200-800 and are combined for a total score. |
Do I need the SAT or ACT score?
- You may or may not need to take the SAT or ACT
- Some colleges may have specific requirements for admission, financial aid, or scholarship consideration based on the test scores.
Choosing the Right Test
- Students who excel in Science, time management, and direct questions may prefer the ACT
- Students who enjoy analytical thinking, problem-solving, and multi-step reasoning my prefer the SAT
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SAT Registration Date
| SAT Test Date* | Registration Deadline | Deadline for Changes, Regular Cancellation, and Late Registration** |
|---|---|---|
| Aug. 22, 2026 | Aug. 7, 2026 | Aug. 11, 2026 |
| Sept. 12, 2026 | Aug. 28, 2026 | Sept. 1, 2026 |
| Oct. 3, 2026 | Sept. 18, 2026 | Sept. 22, 2026 |
| Nov. 7, 2026 | Oct. 23, 2026 | Oct. 27, 2026 |
| Dec. 5, 2026 | Nov. 20, 2026 | Nov. 24, 2026 |
| March 6, 2027 | Feb. 19, 2027 | Feb. 23, 2027 |
| May 1, 2027 | Apr. 16, 2027 | April 20, 2027 |
| June 5, 2027 | May 21, 2027 | May 25, 2027 |
visit the College Board test date Page
ACT Registration Date
| Test Date | Registration Deadline (Late fee applies after this date) |
Late Deadline | Photo Upload & Standby Deadline |
Paper Initial Score Release |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 19, 2026 | August 14 | September 1 | September 14 | October 6 |
| October 17, 2026 | September 11 | September 29 | October 12 | October 27 |
| December 12, 2026 | November 6 | November 29 | December 7 | December 22 |
| February 27, 2027 | January 22 | February 9 | February 22 | March 16 |
| April 10, 2027 | March 5 | March 23 | April 5 | April 20 |
| June 12, 2027 | May 7 | May 25 | June 7 | June 23 |
| July 10, 2027 | June 4 | June 22 | July 5 | July 20 |