ACT score release dates and why writing scores come later

The initial score release date

ACT's test dates table gives each national test date a score release date, labeled as the initial score release. It is the first day scores for that test date are released. ACT does not publish a time of day.

The gap between test and release varies. In 2026-2027 it runs from 10 days (October 17 to October 27, for example) to 17 days (September 19 to October 6, and February 27 to March 16, 2027).

Why writing scores come later

The writing test is optional. ACT says that if you took it, complete scores including writing may be released a bit later, because all components are processed together. So a missing writing score on the initial release date is expected, not a problem with your test.

2026-2027 dates and deadlines

6 of 7 release dates are still ahead. Dates already passed are shown in gray.

July testing

The last national test of the year is July 10, 2027, with scores on July 20, 2027. ACT notes that July testing will be available for learners in New York starting in 2027.