ACT Conferences, Workshops, and Webinars
Upcoming Events
ACT Summit
For Workforce, K-12, and Higher Education Leaders
Join us at the 2027 ACT Summit, where leaders from K-12, higher education, and workforce sectors come together to solve today's most pressing challenges to shape the future of education and the workforce.
ACT College and Career Readiness Workshops
Join us for the 2026 ACT College and Career Readiness Workshops — our annual, free professional development events for K-12 educators. Connect in person and online with ACT subject matter experts and peers to discuss what’s working in K-12 education.
Upcoming Events for States and Institutions
Regional Conference
San Antonio
October 22, 2026
The University of Texas at San Antonio
San Antonio, Texas
Regional Conference
Buffalo
November 19, 2026
Golisano Institute
Buffalo, New York
Regional Conference
Tempe
December 3, 2026
Arizona State University
Tempe, Arizona
Regional Conference
Champaign
December 9, 2026
University of Illinois
I Hotel and Conference Center
Champaign, Illinois
Regional Conference
Chicago/South
December 11, 2026
Moraine Valley Community College
Palos Hills, Illinois
Regional Conference
Knoxville
January 13, 2027
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, Tennessee
Regional Conference
Tuscaloosa & Virtual
January 21-22, 2027
Bryant Conference Center
Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Regional Conference
Baton Rouge
January 26, 2027
Renaissance Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Regional Conference
Columbus
January 29, 2027
Fawcett Center at OSU
Columbus, Ohio
Registration Opens 9/7
Regional Conference
Las Vegas
February 4, 2027
University of Nevada Las Vegas
Las Vegas, Nevada
Registration Opens 9/7
Regional Conference
Tulsa
February 11, 2027
Tulsa Technology Center – Owasso Campus
Owasso, Oklahoma
Registration Opens 9/7
Regional Conference
Minneapolis
February 17, 2027
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Registration Opens 9/14
Regional Conference
Omaha
February 25, 2027
Creighton University
Omaha, Nebraska
Registration Opens 9/14
Regional Conference
Madison
March 3, 2027
University of Wisconsin - Madison
Madison, Wisconsin
Registration Opens 9/14
On-Demand Events
On-Demand Events for Students and Parents
My Journey
Free College and Career Planning Virtual Events
Attend a live, virtual event or view recorded sessions to gain insights from recent graduates and admissions experts about preparing for college and career.
On-Demand Events for K-12 Professionals
ACT Counselor Summer Webinar Series
Using ACT Results to Improve College & Career Readiness
Practical frameworks, updated insights, and ready-to-use tools for the 2026-2027 school year.
College Essay Guy's Personal Statement Boot Camps
ACT's American College Application Campaign (ACAC) is excited to partner with College Essay Guy this spring and summer to offer free webinars to help students get started on their college personal statement.
Career Conversations That Count: Building Workforce Bridges Early
Explore how early career-focused conversations and programming are transforming student outcomes and strengthening local workforce pipelines.
Webinar: How (and Why) to Create a College and Career Readiness Day at Your School
Download the recording to learn how to build a college-going and career-ready culture at your school. Hear success stories from other schools and walk away with strategies, tools, and fresh ideas to inspire your own event.
Webinar: Improving Outcomes Through Standards-Based Readiness: Strategies from ACT and MasteryPrep
Watch the recording to learn how to pair standards with engaging curriculum and test practice to drive stronger student outcomes.
What is Inclusive Postsecondary Education for Students with Intellectual Disability?
Join ACT and the experts from Think College for an inspiring session to discover how to unlock postsecondary opportunities for students with disabilities.
Webinar: Bridging the Gap
Preparing Students for Postsecondary Success with Verified Academic and Workplace Skills
Explore how to effectively align academic preparation with career readiness and workplace certifications, including the WorkKeys National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC).
Webinar: Strengthening Talent Pipelines Using Pathways to Success
Learn how to build learner-centered pathways that connect education and workforce, remove barriers, track impact, and unlock Workforce Pell Grant opportunities.
Webinar: From Scores to Strategies
Turning ACT Data Into Action for Your Students and Staff
Join Dr. Bryan Williams for a free webinar designed to help school and district leaders turn ACT data into meaningful action.
Webinar: Why Host a College Application Event
Insights from ACAC 2025 School of Excellence Awardees
We’re bringing together three School of Excellence recipients in a special webinar to share the strategies they deployed during the 2025-26 application season to ensure they reached students who needed support navigating the complex college application and admissions process.
August 11, 2026
12:00pm ET
On-Demand Events for Workforce Professionals
Webinar: Strengthening Talent Pipelines Using Pathways to Success
Learn how to build learner-centered pathways that connect education and workforce, remove barriers, track impact, and unlock Workforce Pell Grant opportunities.
Unlocking the Potential of Rural STARs
Join our presenters for an insightful webinar about the untapped potential of rural STARs and their role in driving growth and innovation in rural communities.
Harness the Power of ACT WorkKeys for Stronger CTE Programs
Learn how you can partner with ACT to harness ACT WorkKeys Assessment data to promote a stronger workforce ecosystem.
Mastering Credential Selection: Ensuring Quality and Transparency for Your Learners
Explore critical factors such as accreditation, industry recognition, and the credentialing processes to help identify and evaluate credentials that uphold the highest standards of quality.