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ACT Information & 2025 Changes

The ACT is a nationally recognized college entrance exam that assesses skills in English, Math, Reading, and Science, with an optional Writing section. Many colleges and universities use ACT scores for admissions and scholarship decisions.

At Sycamore High School:
  • All 11th grade students have the opportunity to take the ACT during the school day in 3rd quarter—no registration is required for this school-day test.

  • Students who wish to retake the ACT or test on a national test date must register through act.org and select a nearby test center. SHS is not a test center for national test dates.

2025 ACT Updates

Additional Information:

  • Who Should Take It: Most students take the ACT in 11th grade, with the option to retake in 12th grade.

  • Test Prep: Free resources and practice tools are available at act.org and other platforms.

  • Planning: Check with colleges to see if the ACT is recommended or required, and plan ahead if retesting is part of your goal. Your school counselor can help with questions and planning.