Results
Students use their ACT scores
- to assess their own readiness for college and career
- to identify academic areas where they need improvement
- to support their college admission applications
In addition, the Interest Inventory which accompanies the ACT gives students individualized information for college and career planning.
High schools use ACT scores
- to guide students toward college and career readiness
- to identify students who need assistance with certain subject areas or academic skills
- to evaluate the effectiveness of instruction
- to plan changes and improvements in the curriculum
Colleges and universities use ACT scores
- to inform admission decisions
- to give students their best chance of success in first-year courses
- to help their students plan appropriate programs of study
State departments of education use statewide ACT testing
- to raise awareness and exposure to higher education opportunities among all students, rather than just self-selected, college-bound students
- to bring more men, more minorities, and more middle- and low-income students into the enrollment pipeline
Learn more about Statewide Testing.