One of the biggest questions parents have about test prep is what test their student should take and when to begin to prepare for it.
To optimize scores, students should prepare for and take either the SAT or ACT, not both. Every college in America now accepts both tests.
Most students take the SAT or ACT in the spring of their junior year, and if necessary, in the fall of their senior year.
Below you’ll find the test dates, the registration deadlines, and recommendation to begin the test prep process (typically three and a half months out).
SAT Schedule
| SAT Test Date | Ideal Time to Start Prep |
|---|---|
| May 4, 2024 | February 2024 |
| June 1, 2024 | March 2024 |
| August 4, 2024 *anticipated date | May 2024 |
| October 5, 2024 *anticipated date | July 2024 |
Register for the SAT here.
ACT Schedule
| ACT Test Date | Ideal Time to Start Prep |
|---|---|
| February 10, 2024 | November 2023 |
| April 13, 2023 | January 2024 |
| June 8, 2024 | March 2024 |
| July 13, 2024 | April 2024 |
Register for the ACT here.
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