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ACT Assessment

While Grayson College does not require the ACT for admission, our Testing Center administers the exam on national test dates as a service to the community.

You can find information on test dates, registration, scores, and more at actstudent.org

There are two test options available:

  • ACT: Includes multiple-choice tests in English, Mathematics, Reading, and an optional Science test.

  • ACT Plus Writing: Includes the multiple-choice tests plus an additional 40-minute Writing test, and has a higher fee.

Whether you take the Writing and Science tests depends on the requirements of the institutions you are applying to. We recommend checking with those institutions directly or speaking with your high school counselor to determine which option is best for you.

Helpful Hints

Before the test date:

Prepare for the test. Go to www.actstudent.org; select Test Prep.

Upon receiving your Admission Ticket, please review both sides immediately to confirm the test option, date, and assigned test center location are correct.

It is essential to have a valid, current, and acceptable photo ID, as expired identification will not be accepted.

Test day checklist:

Access to the testing center is restricted to examinees and staff only. Waiting areas are not available.

Please report to your assigned test center by the time indicated on your admission ticket. Late arrivals will not be admitted.

For ACT students, please report to the Grayson College Center for Workplace Learning (CWL) for room assignments. The CWL building is located on the Main Campus, west of the Auditorium/Fine Arts Building. Look for ACT signs to guide you. Directions:  Come to Main Campus on Hwy. 691. Use entrance to the west of the Auditorium/Fine Arts Building. First building on the right is the Center for Workplace Learning. Look for ACT signs.

For your exam, you are required to bring the following items:

  • Printed Admission Ticket: Your official, printed admission ticket from ACT.

  • Photo Identification: A valid, current, and acceptable photo ID is mandatory. You can find a list of acceptable forms of identification on your admission ticket and at https://www.actstudent.org.

  • No. 2 Pencils: Bring several sharpened soft-lead (No. 2) pencils with quality erasers.

  • Watch (Optional): A watch will help you keep track of your time.

  • Calculator (Optional): You may use any four-function, scientific, or graphing calculator, provided it is not on the prohibited list. To verify if your calculator is allowed, please visit www.actstudent.org

Do not bring:

  • Electronic devices, including but not limited to cell phones, smartwatches, cameras, and personal digital assistants (PDAs), with the exception of approved calculators.
  • Outside materials, such as books, dictionaries, notes, and scratch paper.
  • Writing tools like highlighters, colored pencils, or correction fluid.
  • Reading materials.
  • Tobacco products of any kind.
Please secure all prohibited items in your vehicle or leave them at home.

After the test date:

  • Official ACT score reports are typically mailed to you approximately 3-8 weeks after your test date.

    For faster access, you can view your scores online at www.actstudent.org as soon as they become available. 

Testing for Students with Disabilities

If you currently receive accommodations in school due to a professionally diagnosed and documented disability, go to www.actstudent.org; click on Students with Disabilities.

Standby Testing

If you missed the late deadline to register for a test, or to request a test date or test center change, you may choose to request and pay for standby testing.  Go to www.actstudent.org; from the Registration dropdown menu, select Standby Testing. 

Weather Announcements

In the event of a winter storm, please check the Grayson College website for campus closures. Announcements regarding the status of the GC Test Center will also be broadcast on local radio and television stations.

For information on rescheduling, please check the ACT website at www.actstudent.org.