When are the SAT/ACT tests given?

 

The 2024 SAT / ACT test dates are here. Our charts below will guide you through everything - from test dates to registration deadlines. These are derived and compiled from information released by 'The College Board' and the 'ACT'. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, please visit satsuite.collegeboard.org and/or www.act.org.

 
 

ACT Dates and Deadlines

Test Date Registration Deadline Deadline for Late Registration
Jul 12, 2025* Jun 6, 2025 Jun 20, 2025
Sep 6, 2025 Aug 1, 2025 Aug 19, 2025
Oct 18, 2025 Sep 12, 2025 Sep 30, 2025
Dec 13, 2025 Nov 7, 2025 Nov 24, 2025
Feb 14, 2026 Jan 9, 2026 Jan 23, 2026
Apr 11, 2026 Mar 6, 2026 Mar 24, 2026
Jun 13, 2026 May 8, 2026 May 29, 2026
Jul 11, 2026* Jun 5, 2026 Jun 24, 2026

*No test centers are scheduled in New York for the July test date.

Important Note on Science Section:

February 2025: Science is included and required for a composite score.

April 2025: Science is optional (online testing only).

June 2025: Science is optional (online testing only).

July 2025: Science is optional (online testing only).

September 2025: Science is optional (online and paper testing).

 

Digital SAT Dates and Deadlines

Test Date Registration Deadline Deadline for changes, regular cancellation and late registration
Aug 23, 2025 Aug 8, 2025 Aug 12, 2025
Sep 13, 2025 Aug 29, 2025 Sep 2, 2025
Oct 4, 2025 Sep 19, 2025 Sep 23, 2025
Nov 8, 2025 Oct 24, 2025 Oct 28, 2025
Dec 6, 2025 Nov 21, 2025 Nov 25, 2025
Mar 14, 2026 Feb 27, 2026 Mar 3, 2026
May 2, 2026 Apr 17, 2026 Apr 21, 2026
Jun 6, 2026 May 22, 2026 May 26, 2026
Aug 15, 2026*
Sep 12, 2026*
Oct 3, 2026*
Nov 7, 2026*
Dec 5, 2026*
Mar 13, 2027*
May 1, 2027*
Jun 5, 2027*

*Dates marked with an asterisk are tentative and may change. Please check the official websites for the most accurate information.