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    What is the ACT? 

    ACT stands for American College Test. It is a 3.5 hour, four section exam that is held seven times throughout the year. The sections include English, Math, Reading and Science, for more information on the ACT sections click HERE. It is always on a Saturday morning and students must register at least five weeks prior to the test date. 

     

    What is the Purpose of the ACT? 

    The purpose of the ACT test is to measure a high school student's readiness for college, and provide colleges with one common data point that can be used to compare all applicants. College admissions officers will review standardized test scores alongside your high school GPA, the classes you took in high school, letters of recommendation from teachers or mentors, extracurricular activities, admissions interviews, and personal essays. How important ACT scores are in the college application process varies from school to school. 

     

    When Should I take the ACT?

    Most high school students take the ACT during the spring of their junior year or fall of their senior year. It's important to leave time to re-take the test if you need to raise your score before you apply to college. The ACT exam is offered nationally every year in September, October, December, February*, April, June, and July*.  North High hosts the February Test Date.

     

     How Do I Register For the ACT?

    In order to register for the ACT, you will need to have your unofficial transcript available. Instructions for viewing your unofficial transcript can be found here. It is expected that North students take the ACT at least once by the end of their junior year. You can take the ACT test once a month starting as early as your sophomore year. 

     

    What is the SAT? 

    SAT stand for Scholastic Assessment Test. It is a 3.5 hour, three section exam that is held seven times throughout the year. The sections include English, Math, and Reading, for more information on the SAT sections click HERE. It is always on a Saturday morning and students must register at least four weeks prior to the test date. 

     

    What is the Purpose of the SAT? 

     

    The purpose of the SAT test is to measure a high school student's readiness for college, and provide colleges with one common data point that can be used to compare all applicants. College admissions officers will review standardized test scores alongside your high school GPA, the classes you took in high school, letters of recommendation from teachers or mentors, extracurricular activities, admissions interviews, and personal essays. How important SAT scores are in the college application process varies from school to school. 

     

    When Should I take the SAT?

     

    Most high school students take the SAT during the spring of their junior year or fall of their senior year. It's important to leave time to re-take the test if you need to raise your score before you apply to college. The SAT exam is offered throughout the year, however only selected subject test are offered. You will need to review each test date to determine what subjects are offered.

     

    How Do I Register For the SAT?

    It’s a good idea to plan ahead—and get comfy—before you start to register.

    1. Sign in to your free College Board account. Your parent or counselor can’t register for you.
    2. Provide your full, legal name and other identifying information. Make sure it’s the exact same name and information shown on your photo ID.
    3. Decide if you want to answer other questions about yourself. This takes time, but it’s worth it if you want colleges and scholarship organizations to find you. Learn why you should opt in to Student Search Service®.
    4. Decide whether to sign up for the SAT with Essay. See which colleges recommend or require it.
    5. Upload a photo that meets very specific photo requirements.
    6. Check out, and print your Admission Ticket.

     

    You Might Also Need...

    • If you’re using a fee waiver, enter the identification number on your fee waiver card.
    • If you’ve been approved by the College Board to test with accommodations, enter the SSD number on your eligibility letter.