ACT Testing Information

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The ACT consists of four multiple-choice tests: English, Reading, Math, and Science (with an optional Writing portion).  Students are given a score (1-36) for each test as well as an overall score.  The Writing test score does not affect a student's Composite score.  However, many colleges use the Writing Test score for course placement.  Since there is no penalty for guessing, students should answer every question. 

For helpful information and to register online, go to www.actstudent.org

ACT Test Dates

Test Date
Registration Deadline
Late Fee Required
September 10, 2011
August 12, 2011
August 13-26, 2011
October 22, 2011
September 16, 2011
Sept. 17-30, 2011
December 10, 2011
November 4, 2011
November 5-18, 2011
February 11, 2012
January 13, 2012
January 14-20, 2012
April 14, 2012
March 9, 2012
March 10-23, 2012
June 9, 2012
May 4, 2012
May 5 -18, 2012

 

ACT Fees

When registering online, you must use a credit card.  Fees are nonrefundable (unless noted with an asterisk). 

ACT (no writing) - includes first four college codes $34.00
ACT Plus Writing - includes first four college codes $49.50**( Writing Test fee is refundable, on request, if you are absent on test day or you change your test option before testing begins)
Late Registration Basic fee + $21.00

 

Score reports are normally mailed within 3-7 weeks after test date. 
If you take the ACT Plus Writing, your report will be mailed when all your scores, including Writing, are available, usually within 5-7 weeks after the test date.

PCHS / High School Code - 143-415

ACT Preparation Classes / Information

Pekin Community High School has obtained a limited number of licenses for the ACT On-Line Prep Program.  If you are currently a member of the junior class and would like to take advantage of the program, please come to the district office which is located directly behind the Holman Center office to register.  You will be given a log-on name, password, and set of instructions.  The program is free of charge.  The school only has a limited number of free access licenses, so please sign up in a timely manner if you wish to have access.

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10 Tips for Taking a Standardized Exam

1.  Get plenty of sleep the night before the test.

2.  If you feel nervous before beginning, try to relax by taking a few deep breaths. 

3.  Maintain confidence in your abilities and plan to do your best.  Your attitude can affect your performance. 

4.  Listen carefully to all instructions and ask questions if you hear something you don't understand.

5.  Focus your attention entirely on your work.

6.  Position your answer sheet next to your test booklet so you can mark answers quickly and accurately. 

7.  Before answering each question, read it completely, as well as all the possible responses. 

8.  When you are unsure of an answer, choose the one you think is best and go on to the next question.  Be sure to answer every question. 

     There is no penalty for guessing. 

9.  Pace yourself throughout the test by occasionally checking the time. 

10.  If you complete the test before your time is up, reread the questions and check your answers. 

ACT National High School Graduating Class Report

The table below compares average ACT scores for students who reported they completed or planned to complete a

college preparatory high school curriculum with those students who had not.