Preparing Your Students for the ACT (2022-2023 Edition)
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Nadyja Von Ebers
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Jan 10, 2018 9:00:00 AM
How costly the entire ACT-taking process is for students depends on several factors: how many times they take the test, how many colleges they are applying to, if they qualify for ACT waivers, and so on. But one thing to keep in mind is that regardless of circumstances, all ACT testing costs are non-refundable. Below is an overview of basic ACT testing costs, as well as payment options that your school can help facilitate for students.
General Overview of ACT Testing Costs
The official ACT website has a thorough overview of ACT testing costs, but in short, here is how everything shakes out. This chart is adapted from a great piece that also explores 2017 ACT testing costs and ACT testing cost scenarios:
Product/Service |
Cost |
Fee Waiver? |
ACT Exam (no writing) |
$46.00 |
Yes |
ACT Exam (with writing) |
$62.50 |
Yes |
First 4 ACT score reports |
Free |
N/A |
5th and 6th score report add-ons |
$13 (for each) |
No |
Re-register by phone |
$15.00 |
No |
Late registration (US or Canada only) |
$29.50 |
No |
Standby testing |
$53.00 |
No |
International testing |
$57.50 |
No |
Test date change |
$26.00 |
No |
Test center change |
$26.00 |
No |
Test information release (TIR) |
$20.00 |
No |
$16.50 |
No |
|
$13.00 |
No |
ACT Waivers
Now, let’s address what happens if students struggle with paying the ACT testing costs. Every year, the ACT issues a certain amount of money to schools to cover the cost of the ACT for eligible students. Be advised, though, that 1) the ACT is strict with its allocations and once funds run out, they’re out (meaning that waivers should be processed as early as possible), and 2) waivers are processed through schools, not through the ACT website. This means that as teachers, counselors, and administrators, you are responsible for helping students get the financial support they need.
For an in-depth explanation of who qualifies for ACT testing cost waivers and how to get them, please view the 2017 Fee Waiver Eligibility Requirements and Procedures handout. Here some quick facts on waivers:
Students must meet all of the following requirements:
Some states offer vouchers to schools to cover the cost of ACT fees. This applies to select students who cannot afford the ACT testing costs. The ACT provides a thorough ACT state voucher overview and order form, but here are a few pieces of noteworthy information on vouchers, as found on the form:
Overall, preparedness is key for schools to help their students avoid unnecessary ACT testing costs. Whether you are helping students get financial assistance or simply helping them prepare for the test, being mindful of important deadlines, fees, and forms is critical to keeping ACT testing costs manageable for students.
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