The Next Generation ACT® Test
Empowering Students to Better Demonstrate Readiness for College & Career Success
Exciting enhancements to the ACT test are coming in 2025! With student success top of mind based on feedback from students, educators, and higher ed, the ACT test will now be shorter in time and length while providing students more time per question. To learn about the changes in further detail, please check out ACT CEO Janet Godwin’s recent leadership post.
The Next Generation ACT® Test
Empowering Students to Better Demonstrate Readiness for College & Career Success
Exciting enhancements to the ACT test are coming in 2025! With student success top of mind based on feedback from students, educators, and higher ed, the ACT test will now be shorter in time and length while providing students more time per question. To learn about the changes in further detail, please check out ACT CEO Janet Godwin’s recent leadership post.
Key Changes Coming to the ACT
ACT Test Will Be Shorter
ACT test-taking time will be reduced by one-third for a total time of two hours.
By eliminating 44 items, test takers will be given additional time to evaluate and respond to each question.
What's Changing?
Reading and English will have fewer questions.
Students can now decide whether to take Science and/or writing sections.
Shortened tests will enable faster score reporting.
Optional sections: Science & Writing. States and districts can choose to offer science and/or writing.
What's Remaining the Same?
English, reading, and math sections will still be required.
Scale remains the same (1-36) and the Composite Score.
Online or paper choice.
FAQ’s & Implications for Higher Education
Who can I reach out to if I still have questions?
Questions can be directed to your dedicated Regional Director or submitted online. Our Enrollment Outreach Manager will ensure the question is routed to the appropriate team member for the best response.