How much does the ACT cost?
The National Exam is $66 - without writing and $91 - with writing The ACT On-Campus is $75, and is only for admission to Mississippi State University.
When is the test offered?
Registration dates for the National Exam can be found online at www.actstudent.org. ACT On-Campus is offered Mon-Fri. beginning at 8:15 a.m. or 1:15 PM by appointment only.
Do I need to make an appointment?
National Exam: Register online at www.actstudent.org. ACT On-Campus: Register online at www.cbt.msstate.edu
How long does the test take?
Exams are 4 hour appointment times.
How long does it take to get my scores back?
National Exam: Official scores are reported 2-3 weeks to your chosen institutions. At this time you may view your scores online at actstudent.org and/or a score report is mailed to you 3-8 weeks after the exam.
ACT On-Campus: You may call for a verbal report of scores 24-48 hours after your exam. After this scores are reported to Admissions office. No paper reports are issued.
What do I need to bring to the test?
You must bring your valid driver’s license, passport, or government issued photo identification with signature. You may also bring an approved calculator (http://www.act.org/content/dam/act/unsecured/documents/ACT-calculator-policy.pdf)
Is there a study guide?
Wide range of online test preparation is available for ACT at http://www.act.org/content/act/en/products-and-services/the-act/test-preparation.html
What if I have to reschedule?
National Exam: there is a test date change fee of $42 & test center change fee of $42. ACT On-Campus: you will have to repay $75.
What if I cancel my appointment?
All fees are nonrefundable if you have to cancel any test.
How often can I take the ACT?
National Exam: May not take more than 12 times total. ACT On-Campus: Retest scores will be cancelled if you retest in less than 60 days.