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 K-12 Professionals
PreACT Data Webinar Series
Join Dr. Bryan Williams for a free webinar designed for school and district leaders who want to turn PreACT results into informed decisions.
Turn Your ACT Data into Action
Join Dr. Bryan Williams for a free webinar designed for school and district leaders who want to turn ACT data into informed decisions. Learn how to uncover meaningful insights, strengthen strategic planning, and support student success with confidence.
Upcoming Events for States and Institutions
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
Regional Conference
San Antonio
February 2, 2027
The University of Texas at San Antonio
San Antonio, Texas
Regional Conference
Las Vegas
February 5, 2027
University of Nevada Las Vegas
Las Vegas, Nevada
Regional Conference
Tulsa
February 11, 2027
Tulsa Technology Center – Owasso Campus
Owasso, Oklahoma
Regional Conference
Minneapolis
February 17, 2027
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Regional Conference
Omaha
February 25, 2027
Creighton University
Omaha, Nebraska
Regional Conference
Madison
March 3, 2027
University of Wisconsin - Madison
Madison, Wisconsin
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.
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.
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.
College Essay Guy Webinar
ACT's American College Application Campaign (ACAC) is excited to partner with College Essay Guy this fall to offer a free workshop to help students get started on their college personal statement.
On-Demand Events for Workforce Professionals
WRC Live!
Join ACT for a special edition of WRC Live! as we introduce the new ACT® Work Ready Communities® (WRC®) framework, designed to give communities a clearer roadmap for building, growing, documenting, and communicating workforce readiness as a regional economic asset.