Testing Services

For more information and to sign-up for the ACT call (785) 864-2768 or stop by our office.

ACT
Testing Services administers the Residual ACT and provides registration bulletins and information regarding the National ACT. Both exams contain identical information and test for the same knowledge. Each exam consists of four sections: Mathematics, English, Science Reasoning, and Reading. Total testing time consists of two hours and 45 minutes and the maximum score possible is 36.

Residual ACT
The Residual ACT is a form of the ACT in which a testtaker's performance on the test can only apply to the school where it is taken. Therefore, the Residual ACT given at Testing Services is valid only at the University of Kansas. The Residual ACT is given at least once per month.. Registration for the Residual ACT can be made by calling Testing Services. A payment of $50.00 will be collected on the day of the exam. Your scores will be reported to KU Admissions within a few days of taking the exam. For information on test dates click here.

National ACT
The National ACT is accepted at any school that requires ACT scores. Registration packets are available at Testing Services and often at area high schools. The registration packet contains the dates on which the National ACT is given, information necessary for registration, and study material. Scores will be reported within 4-6 weeks after the exam. For listing of 2008-2009 test dates click here.