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An ACT score can show schools that they are prepared to tackle their curriculum from day one.  \nStudents Can Choose the Testing Format They Prefer  \nWhether they are more comfortable with paper and pencil or online testing, students can opt for the test format that they are familiar with.  \nConnect With Colleges and Scholarship Programs via ACT Recruit Me  \nACT Recruit Me helps match students with colleges and other career-related resources aligned with their backgrounds and interests.  \nPut Their Best Score Forward With an ACT Superscore  \nStudents who take the ACT more than once can use their best subject score from each test to create an official Superscore showcasing their best performance.  \nThe Enhanced ACT  \nAs of September 2025, students taking the National ACT online or on paper can expect a shorter test, more time to respond to each question, and more flexibility in which test subjects they take. The ACT will have three main sections—English, math, and reading—that equally impact their score. Science and writing sections, if taken, will be reported separately.  \nThe enhanced ACT will be available for district testing in spring 2026.  \nLearn more about the [enhancements at](enhancements at act.org/)[ ](enhancements at act.org/)[act.org/](enhancements at act.org/)[ ](enhancements at act.org/)[actenhancements](actenhancements.)[.](actenhancements.)  \nSketch Out Educational and Career Plans in MyACT  \nStudents can narrow down college majors and career options that align with their interests by taking the ACT  Interest Inventory on MyACT. They are just a few clicks away from building their future.  \nWhat About STEM?  \nThe ACT test is the only admissions test to measure science skills. Students who choose to take the science section will receive a STEM score to let them know if they are ready for a STEM major.  \n© 2025 by ACT Education Corp. All rights reserved. MR040096  \nThe ACT Measures What Matters  \nIt’s the Link Between High School Curriculum and College Performance  \nThe ACT assesses the skills students should be learning every day, with research backed alignment among:  \nWhat schools teach  \nWhat we measure  \nStudent performance in college courses  \nMany Ways To Prepare  \nThe best way to prepare for the test is to take challenging courses in high school and study hard. Encourage your students to become familiar with the test before they take it.  \nACT provides many free resources [at ](at actstudent.org)[actstudent.org](at actstudent.org), including:  \n• Practice questions  \n• Testing tips for each subject  \n• Preparing for the ACT downloadable test prep booklet  \nApplications Get an Extra Boost With Optional Writing and Science Sections  \nDemonstrating writing skills and ability to understand and explore ideas can help applicants stand out for competitive programs. Starting in spring 2026, districts can choose to offer science just as they choose to offer writing now.  \nThe ACT Can Help Save Money on Tuition  \nAn ACT score can increase chances of earning scholarships that can fuel their future and help with college costs. Even schools that are test optional may still require or recommend an ACT score to qualify for merit awards.  \nStandards Based  \nThe ACT aligns with the ACT College and Career Readiness Standards, which help students understand what their scores mean. Students can see how prepared they are for college by comparing their scores to the ACT College Readiness Benchmark scores. The Benchmarks, based on ACT test scores and actual college performance of students, are measures that show the likelihood of college success in a subject if students score at or above the Benchmark.  \nStudents Can Use Their ACT Questions and Answers as a Study Tool  \nYour students can order their ACT My Answer Key for three ","cbCais1nIvODsdH9","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCais1nIvODsdH9","pdf",489361,"English","# What Can the ACT Test Do for Your Students?\n## Show Colleges Readiness to Succeed\n## Testing Formats and ACT Recruit Me\n## ACT Superscore and Enhanced ACT\n## MyACT Planning, STEM, and Writing/Science Options\n## Preparation Resources and Student Support","[{\"question\":\"How can an ACT score help colleges evaluate student readiness?\",\"answer\":\"An ACT score shows students are prepared to succeed in their curriculum from day one, reflecting skills aligned with what high schools teach and how students perform in college courses.\"},{\"question\":\"What testing options can students choose to match their preferences?\",\"answer\":\"Students can select paper-and-pencil or online testing based on familiarity. 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