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ACT Test Information

On Tuesday, April 6, 2027, all juniors at Rogers High School will have the opportunity to take the ACT standardized test at no cost.  There is no makeup date available through RHS/ISD728.

CLICK HERE for test descriptions and test prep resources. 

Why is this test important?

Standardized tests can play a crucial role in your academic and career journeys.
  • College Admissions: The ACT is a widely recognized college entrance exam for four year colleges/universities. Strong scores can improve your chances of admission to your preferred universities and may qualify you for scholarships.
Test Selection Deadline: Coming Soon

 

The ACT is:

  • A college entrance exam typically taken by Juniors in the spring.
  • Required by many four-year colleges.
  • A timed, standardized exam covering the areas of: English, Reading, Math, Science.

 ACT Test Time

 Total test time: 2 hours, 5 minutes

 Sections

 English (35 minutes)

  • 50 multiple-choice questions

  • Tests grammar, punctuation, sentence structure and rhetorical skills

 Reading (40 minutes)

  • 36 multiple-choice questions

  • Evaluates reading comprehension from four reading passages (Prose Fiction/Literary narrative, Social Sciences, Humanities & Natural Sciences)

 Math (50 minutes)

  • 45 multiple-choice questions

  • Algebra I and II, functions, geometry, statistics and number systems

 Science (40 minutes)

  • 40 multiple-choice questions

  • Evaluates scientific reasoning and data interpretation through passees on biology, chemistry, physics, earth sciences as well as engineering and design thinking

 Max Score

 36

 Average Score

 21

 Resources & Practice Test

 ACT Study Guide

 MCIS (My Portfolio → Test Prep → College Entrance/GED/ASVAB → ACT) 

If you plan to take the ACT outside of RHS please proceed to register online through the ACT Website: www.act.org and use the information below to register:

  • Offered in various locations on:
    • Sept 19, 2026
    • Oct 17, 2026
    • Dec 12, 2026
    • Feb 27, 2027
    • April 10, 2027
    • June 12, 2027
    • July 10, 2027
  • Rogers High School Code: 242110
  • ACT Test: $68.00
  • Writing Add-on Test: $25.00 
  • Science Add-on Test: $4.00
  • See ACT website for registration deadlines

Prepare for the ACT

An ACT practice test will:

  • help prepare student for the official ACT test
  • pinpoint weaknesses and strengths on the ACT

MCIS Test Prep - Self Paced & Free

All RHS students can access FREE ACT practice tests and study materials through their MCIS account, which they can access via Rapid Identify. Student must be logged into the "Enterprise" version of MCIS.  Go to My Portfolio → Test Prep → College Entrance/GED/ASVAB → ACT

Electronic Library for Minnesota - FREE

Minnesota residents have access to a huge collection of research and information databases, including test preparation tutorials and free practice tests.  To access the ACT test prep resources, including a guided ACT Prep Program, Practice Tests, Flashcards and eBooks, go to elibrarymn.org → All Databases → Content Type → Test Preparation → LearningExpress Library → Prepare for College → Get Ready for the ACT Test

ACT Website

The ACT website offers free practice tests, study guides, and courses.  Download the Preparing for the ACT Test Booklet for a practice test, information about the multiple-choice and writing sections, and test taking strategies.