Overview of the 2019 ACT Testing Calendar
The ACT schedule 2019 organizes national test administrations across the United States, with set registration windows and published test dates. This timeline outlines national test dates, late registration options, and score reporting deadlines relevant to high school students and educators. Note: some regional and school-year test arrangements may vary; always confirm with the official ACT registration system and your district testing coordinator.
National ACT 2019 Test Dates
In 2019, the ACT administered national test dates on weekends, primarily on Saturdays. Students registered through their school or as late testers at designated centers. Below is a summary of the national test dates for the 2019 ACT (organized test date, registration deadline, and late registration deadline where documented).
2019 National Test Dates and Deadlines
| Test Date | Registration Deadline | Late Registration Deadline* |
|---|---|---|
| February 9, 2019 | January 18, 2019 | January 25, 2019 |
| April 13, 2019 | March 8, 2019 | March 15, 2019 |
| June 8, 2019 | May 3, 2019 | May 10, 2019 |
| July 13, 2019 | June 14, 2019 | June 21, 2019 |
| September 14, 2019 | August 16, 2019 | August 23, 2019 |
| October 26, 2019 | September 20, 2019 | October 4, 2019 |
| December 14, 2019 | November 1, 2019 | November 8, 2019 |
* Late registration allows test registration after the standard deadline for an additional fee, subject to seat availability at the test center.
Key Registration Deadlines and What They Mean
For each national test date, ACT outlines an initial registration cutoff and a late registration window. Registering by the standard deadline ensures your test center assignment and choice of test location. If you miss it, late registration may still be possible for an added charge. Note that June 2019 was the final administration of the ACT with an essay section as a standard option (writing test available through school or national test dates that included essay administration); after June 2019, the essay became a separate, optional computer-based test at select administrations.
Registration Process and Requirements
Students create an account on the ACT website, provide education and background details, select a test date and center, and pay the registration fee. Fee waivers are available for eligible U.S. high school students. For students requiring testing accommodations, requests must be submitted well before registration deadlines with appropriate documentation. International test centers may have different registration timelines; verify with the official ACT outside US portal for locations outside the United States.
Score Release and Reporting Timeline
ACT typically releases online scores approximately 2–8 weeks after each test date, depending on the administration. Students can send free score reports to four institutions when registering. Additional reports or urgent delivery options may incur fees. Superscoring (combining best section scores across test dates) is available for most ACT test dates in 2019; confirm which test centers and date-specific policies apply, as rules can vary slightly by administration.
Policies and Considerations for 2019 Test-Takers
In 2019, the ACT maintained consistent format and scoring (1–36 composite). Calculator use is permitted on the math test, and students choose whether to include the essay at registration (subject to availability). Ensure your intended schools’ requirements before deciding; note that some programs may recommend or require the essay. Plan test prep around your test date, and watch for updates regarding test center availability and any local administrative changes.