As the school year approaches, it’s time to finalize your standardized test prep plan and mark your calendar with upcoming SAT and ACT test dates. Not sure which test is your forte? Here’s a tip: Take both SAT and ACT practice tests under simulated conditions, score them, and then use our SAT to ACT converter to determine your stronger test!
In an ideal world, we recommend beginning one-on-one test prep a few months ahead of your scheduled test date. Trying to cram before the August SAT? We can still help.

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Below are the registration deadlines and test dates for both the SAT and ACT for the upcoming fall and winter seasons.
UPCOMING SAT TEST DATES
SAT scores are typically released approximately two weeks from the test date.
- August 24, 2024
- Registration Deadline: August 9, 2024
- Late Registration Deadline: August 13, 2024
- October 5, 2024
- Registration Deadline: September 20, 2024
- Late Registration Deadline: September 24, 2024
- November 2, 2024
- Registration Deadline: October 18, 2024
- Late Registration Deadline: October 22, 2024
- December 7, 2024
- Registration Deadline: November 22, 2024
- Late Registration Deadline: November 26, 2024

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UPCOMING ACT TEST DATES
ACT scores are delivered over a window of time on a rolling basis (processed during business hours only) after the test date. The ACT does not guarantee a specific date for scores to be released.
- September 14, 2024
- Registration Deadline: August 9, 2024
- Late Registration Deadline: August 25, 2024
- October 26, 2024
- Registration Deadline: September 20, 2024
- Late Registration Deadline: October 7, 2024
- December 14, 2024
- Registration Deadline: November 8, 2024
- Late Registration Deadline: November 22, 2024
At Top Tier Admissions we consider standardized testing a crucial piece of the college admissions puzzle and encourage our students to prepare sufficiently in order to earn the highest scores possible to help set them apart from their peers.
And YES, we recommend our students submit high test scores to test-optional schools! Here are a few top tips to help you with test prep this summer!
SAT & ACT: TOP TIPS FOR SUMMER STANDARDIZED TEST PREP
- Create a Study Schedule
- Consistency is Key: Allocate specific times each day or week dedicated to SAT or ACT prep. This will help you stay on track and ensure you’re covering all necessary material.
- Balance: Make sure your study schedule is balanced with breaks to avoid burnout. Incorporate fun activities to maintain motivation.
- Use Official Practice Tests
- Realistic Practice: Utilize official SAT and ACT practice tests to familiarize yourself with the format and types of questions you’ll encounter.
- Identify Weaknesses: Analyze your practice test results to identify areas where you need improvement. Focus your study efforts on these topics.
- Focus on Time Management
Need help with this? Check out our Executive Functioning Tutoring!- Simulate Test Conditions: Practice taking sections of the test within the allotted time to improve your speed and accuracy.
- Strategize: Learn and practice strategies for managing your time during the test, such as knowing when to move on from a difficult question.
- Review Content Areas
- Comprehensive Review: Ensure you’re reviewing all content areas covered by the test, including math, reading, writing, and science for the ACT.
- Targeted Study: Focus more on the subjects you find challenging. Utilize prep books, online resources, and one-on-one tutoring.
- Seek Support
- Study Groups: Join or form a study group with friends or classmates to share resources and stay motivated.
- Tutoring: Work with our expert tutors for one-on-one personalized guidance and reach your target scores.
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- Average SAT Scores at Top Colleges
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