SAT & ACT
SAT and ACT
We encourage students to take both tests to get a baseline score. At that point, if you have a test preference, concentrate on preparing to take that particular test again and retake it to possibly improve your score. If you choose to retake your exams, it helps to take them at the end of junior year or summer of senior year to ensure scores are processed and reach your prospective schools before the application deadlines. You will need to send your scores to your prospective schools directly from the testing agency.
ACT Dates: Register at www.act.org
| Test Date | Reg Deadline | Late Reg Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| September 19, 2026 | August 14, 2026 | September 1, 2026 |
| October 17, 2026 | September 29, 2026 | September 29, 2026 |
| December 12, 2026 | November 6, 2026 | November 29, 2026 |
| February 27, 2027 | January 22, 2027 | February 9, 2027 |
| April 10, 2027 | March 5, 2027 | March 23, 2027 |
| June 12, 2027 | May 7, 2027 | May 25, 2027 |
| July 10, 2027 | June 4, 2027 | June 22, 2027 |
SAT Dates: Register at www.collegeboard.org
| SAT Test Date* | Registration Deadline | Deadline for Changes, Regular Cancellation, and Late Registration** |
|---|---|---|
| Aug. 22, 2026 | Aug. 7, 2026 | Aug. 11, 2026 |
| Sept. 12, 2026 | Aug. 28, 2026 | Sept. 1, 2026 |
| Oct. 3, 2026 | Sept. 18, 2026 | Sept. 22, 2026 |
| Nov. 7, 2026 | Oct. 23, 2026 | Oct. 27, 2026 |
| Dec. 5, 2026 | Nov. 20, 2026 | Nov. 24, 2026 |
| March 16, 2027 | Feb. 19, 2027 | February 23, 2027 |
| May 1, 2027 | Apr. 16, 2027 | April 20, 2027 |
| June 5, 2027 | May 21, 2027 | May 25, 2027 |
* Dates are subject to change. Please verify with the College Board/ACT.
** Late fees may apply for late registration and changes.
*These dates are subject to change based on ACT/SAT organizations.
Texas Success Initiative (TSIA2) – The TSIA2 Assessment is designed to determine student readiness for college-level coursework in reading, writing, and mathematics. All incoming college students attending higher education in Texas are required to take the TSI Assessment unless exempt via an alternate approved method such as PSAT, SAT, or ACT scores.