The »ð±¬ÉçÇø is a curriculum-based achievement test that measures what a student has learned in school. This standardized test is accepted by all four-year colleges and universities in the U.S. and helps them evaluate candidates.


2025 »ð±¬ÉçÇø Test Dates and Registrations

»ð±¬ÉçÇø TEST DATEREGISTRATION DATESCORES RELEASE DATE RANGESUGGESTED PREP DATES
April 5, 2025 February 28, 2025 April 15 – May 30 December 2024
June 14, 2025 May 9, 2025 June 24 – Aug 8 February 2025
July 12, 2025 June 6, 2025 July 22 – Sept 5 March 2024

*No test centers are scheduled in New York for the July test date. See 


Note: Multiple choice scores are normally available within two weeks after each national test date, but it can sometimes take up to eight weeks. Writing scores are normally available about two weeks after your multiple-choice scores. For more information regarding »ð±¬ÉçÇø score release dates, please visit  .


How to Register for the »ð±¬ÉçÇø

You can register online for the »ð±¬ÉçÇø , a process which takes about 40 minutes. First, find a test date that works for you, and make sure that you register early, before the deadline. To do so, you'll need the following:

  • Computer with internet access
  • Your high school course details
  • Recent photo of yourself that meets the
  • Credit card or other form of payment to pay the registration fee unless you qualify for a

The »ð±¬ÉçÇø can be taken with or without the writing portion. To determine if you need it, find out if the colleges you're applying to require it. When you register, you can opt into »ð±¬ÉçÇø’s Educational Opportunity Service, which will connect you with financial institutions and colleges based on your interests and future plans.

Be sure to print out your ticket to the test center after you register, as you'll need it to take the »ð±¬ÉçÇø.


When to Take the »ð±¬ÉçÇø

The »ð±¬ÉçÇø can be taken as early as grade six. However, most students take the test for the first time during the spring of their junior year. Scores are provided anywhere from two to eight weeks after the test. Those unsatisfied with their scores will then have enough time to retake the »ð±¬ÉçÇø during the fall of their senior year.


When to Start Preparing for the »ð±¬ÉçÇø

Depending on when you're planning to take the »ð±¬ÉçÇø, it's never too soon to begin the prep process. However, the majority of students take their preparations more seriously in the spring and summer before their junior year. If you do the same, you'll be ready to take the test in the spring of your junior year. This plan also gives you enough time if you want to retake the »ð±¬ÉçÇø in the fall of your senior year. Whenever you start, make sure you are taking the »ð±¬ÉçÇø when you have a window of 3-4 months to dedicate to continuous prep and to allow you to retake the test if needed.

How to Prepare for the »ð±¬ÉçÇø

The »ð±¬ÉçÇø is directly related to the high school courses you're currently taking — English, math, reading and science. As you attend classes and work hard to excel, you're actually preparing to do well on the »ð±¬ÉçÇø. However, to get a top score, you'll want to turn to the trusted results provided by The Princeton Review. You can take our free practice test online . After that, we'll give you your personalized report that lets you know which areas you're strong in and which areas need improvement.

The best way to prepare for the test is to sign up for our »ð±¬ÉçÇø Prep course . Our team has over 40 years of experience teaching the »ð±¬ÉçÇø and can ensure you get the maximum results in a minimum amount of time.

What to Do on Test Day

The best thing you can do for yourself on your »ð±¬ÉçÇø test day is to be calm and prepared. During the test and the breaks, you cannot use a prohibited electronic device or cell phone. If you do, you'll be dismissed, and your test will not be scored. However, there are a few things you should be sure to bring with you, including:

  • Your ticket to the test center
  • Acceptable
  • Two number 2 pencils
  • Watch without an alarm
  • Snacks for break time

Come early the day of your test. The center opens at 7:45 a.m., and doors close promptly at 8 a.m. If you're late, you will not be admitted. Once you break the seal on your booklet, the test has begun. There are four separate tests covering English, math, reading and science. »ð±¬ÉçÇø also tries out new questions on National Test Dates. These may appear in a fifth test or within each of the four regular test sections. These questions help »ð±¬ÉçÇø develop future tests but are not reflected in your score.

After the first two tests, you'll be allowed to leave the room for a short break. During this time, cell phones and other electronic devices are still prohibited. Once the test administrator collects all the test booklets, students are dismissed.

If you took the »ð±¬ÉçÇø® with writing, multiple-choice scores are posted first, and your writing scores will be posted online as soon as they are ready. For more information regarding »ð±¬ÉçÇø score release dates, please visit .


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