What to do in 7th through 12th grade, season by season. Nobody has to do everything. Pick what fits you and skip what doesn't. Every path counts: a four-year college, a community college, a trade or career program, the military, or going straight to work.
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| See the official dates at act.org, collegeboard.org and studentaid.gov. | |
Regular registration closes about two weeks before each SAT date and about five weeks before each ACT date (late registration costs extra). Sign up at sat.org/register or act.org/the-act/registration. Your counselor can tell you if your state or school offers a free in-school test.
Dates were checked on these official sites on Oct 28, 2026. Dates that have passed drop off the list by themselves. Always confirm on the official site before a deadline.
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