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ACT Overview

The ACT test is a curriculum and standards based educational and career planning tool that assesses students’ academic readiness for college level studies. The ACT exam is conducted 7 times per year in India. The exam is conducted in the months of September, October, December, February, April, June, and July.

It is administered by ACT, Inc. It is a standardized test that is required to be taken by students looking for admission to undergraduate schools based majorly in the US and Canada.

Types Of ACT Test Exam

ACT as Pen & paper test (Testing Center)

It is a paper-and-pencil test. You will write your essay in pencil (no mechanical pencils or ink pens) on the lined pages of an answer folder that will be provided to you.

ACT as Computer Delivered (Outside US only)

The ACT consists of four multiple-choice tests in English, mathematics, reading, and science. Computer based exam started in 2021.

ACT Pattern

The following sections compose the ACT test :

Test	Number of questions	Minutes Per Test	This section measures
English	75	45	The ability to make decisions to revise and edit short texts and essays in Different genres.
Mathematics	60	60	The mathematical skills you have typically acquired in courses up to the beginning of grade 12.
Reading	40	35	The ability to read closely, reason logically about texts using evidence, and integrate information from multiple resources.
Science	40	35	The interpretation, analysis, evaluation, reasoning, and problem-solving skills required in biology, chemistry, Earth/space sciences and physics.
Writing (optional)	1 essay	40	Writing skills taught in high school English classes and in entry-level college composition courses. This ection is optional.
Total Duration			2 hours and 55 minutes

The ACT consists of four multiple-choice tests in English, mathematics, reading, and science. The four multiple-choice sections contain 215 questions and take 2 hours and 55 minutes to complete. After the mathematics test, you will be given a 15-minute break. If you take the optional writing test you will have 40 minutes to complete the essay and will receive an additional 5-minute break before the writing portion begins.

ACT Syllabus

English :

The test consists of five essays or passages each of which is accompanied by a sequence of Multiple-choice, test questions. Six elements of effective writing are included in the English Test: unctuation, grammar and usage, sentence structure, strategy, organization and style.

Mathematics :

Test designed to assess the mathematical skills students have typically acquired in courses taken up to the beginning of grade 12.

Reading :

The test questions ask you to derive meaning from several texts by referring to what is explicitly stated and by reasoning to determine implicit meaning.

Science :

It measures the interpretation, analysis, evaluation, reasoning, and problem-solving skills required in biology, chemistry, Earth/space sciences and physics. You are not permitted to use a calculator on the science test.

Writing :

It measures your writing skills taught in high school English classes and in entry-level college composition courses. This section is optional.

ACT Scoring

Each section has a test score range of 1 – 36:

Below Average Score Range: 1-16
Average Score Range: 17-24
Above Average Score Range: 25-36

ACT Dates

Test Date	Registration Deadline	Late Fee Required	Photo Upload Deadline
13-14 September, 2024	16 August	30 August	6 September
25-26 October, 2024	27 September	11 October	18 October
13-14 December, 2024	15 November	29 November	6 December

ACT Training

Salient Features of ACT coaching at Edwise

E book will be given to student when students enroll for classes
Maximum 10-15 students per batch, making the sessions personalized.
The ACT courses have a strong focus on building fundamental knowledge in Math.
100 hours of intensive and comprehensive training.
Qualified, experienced and trained faculties for conducting the ACT classes.
The ACT exam preparation also includes 4 full-length mock tests.
Facility of shifting to any branch throughout India
We Conduct both online and offline sessions for the ACT exam training.

Timing:

Weekdays: Tuesday to Friday, 2 hours per day
Weekends: Saturday and Sunday, 4 hours per day
Fast track mode: Tuesday to Sunday, 4 hours per day

Miscellaneous Details

Score Validity : 5 Years
Registration Mode : Online
The full ACT (no writing) : $181.50
The full ACT with writing : $206.50
Nature of Test : Digital and Pen & Paper
Score Declared : From 2 days –8 weeks after the test date.
Extra score Reporting Fee : $18.50
Official Website : www.act.org
Rescheduling Fees : $44
Test Administration Frequency : 7 times in a year
Test Repetition policy : As per administration frequency

Does ACT offer both Computer and Pen & Paper Test?

ACT offers both the test while registering for test.

How many days will be taking to get results for ACT test?

From 2 days –8 weeks after the test date.

What are the materials made available for the ACT coaching provided by Edwise?

The Official ACT Prep Guide 2023-2024 Edition will be provided as courseware.

Test Prep for ACT?

The Official ACT Prep Guide 2023-2024 Edition September, October, December, February, April, June, and July.

How many times in a calendar year ACT Exams are condutced ?

ACT exams are conducted 7 times in a year

What is a good score on the ACT?

The maximum score for each of the four tests is 36

What is the ACT exam fees in India?

The ACT exam fees will be different for the one with the writing aspect and for the one without the writing aspect. The full ACT (with writing) will cost you $206.50 to take the test. The ACT exam fee will be $181.50 without the writing part.

Will the two ACT test formats cost the same?

Yes. Whether you choose to test online or using the paper version, your cost will be the same.

What devices will be supported at test centers?

Chrome books and Windows desktops and laptops will be supported first. We are investigating support for other platforms, such as Apple devices, in the future.

Will you still offer a paper ACT test?

Yes. ACT wants to ensure you have options when it comes to your preferred test format.

Can I switch from online to paper once I have registered, or vice versa?

Yes. You will have until the late registration deadline to make changes to your test format, for a fee. You will not be able to change your desired test format at the test center on test day.

Will I be able to test at home on my own device or from another location?

No. The online ACT is not available as a “remote” exam and must be taken on a test center-managed device at your chosen test center. If an accommodation is needed for an alternate location (i.e. hospital, etc.), please review our accommodations policies.

Will the two ACT test formats cost the same?

Yes. Whether you choose to test online or using the paper version, your cost will be the same.

Will I need to print my admission ticket or ID?

The admission ticket policy is not changing. We recommend bringing your ticket, because it will contain critical information that will help you log in to the test platform on test day. While you won’t be turned away for not bringing your ticket, you will still need to bring an acceptable form of identification.