ACT Test Info

>>> NEW for 2024 - 2025 <<<

All Seniors and Juniors will sign up to register for ACTs. Seniors taking ACTs for the first time or re-taking are prioritized for fall testing. However, juniors can sign up and will be prioritized based on availability.

The first time taking the ACTs is covered by the district. Students Retaking the ACT's will be asked to pay $68 per retake.

The ACTs

The full American College Test (ACT) consists of four multiple-choice sections—in English, mathematics, reading, and science—with an optional writing section. As required by MDE, RHS students will complete the ACTs with writing.

A administered in an online format through the TestNav app, similar to state testing.

Test

Number of Questions

 

Minutes Per Test

English

75

 

45

Mathematics

60

 

60

Reading

40

 

35

Science

40

 

35

Writing

1 essay

 

40

Your scores will be based only on the number of questions that you answer correctly; there is no penalty for guessing. Try to answer every question within the time allowed for each section.

To Register for 2024 - 2025 ACT's Please Click Here

Save the Dates

Fall District ACT Testing to be held on Tuesday, October 15, 2024

Fall make-up dates include October 16, 17

ACT Testing on Tuesday, April 8, 2025 in the Roseau High School Gym

Please register prior to January 22, 2024

Possible Spring make-up dates include April 9, 10, 11 or 15, 16

Please contact Dr. Julie Przekwas, District Assessment Coordinator with questions or if a make-up testing date is needed:

julie_przekwas@roseauschool.org or 218-463-6405

Below are links and additional information or resources for preparing for taking the ACTs.

ACT.org

Go to the ACT.org website to discover more information related to testing and ways you can prepare. 

ACT Testing Rules and Policies

Review and understand the rules and expectations during testing. If rules and policies are not followed, your testing will be voided and you will be asked to leave the premises. 

Calculator Policy

Review this policy to ensure you have the correct calculator to use during testing.  Calculators are also made available to check out on the day of testing. 

Policy for Requesting Accommodations

Accommodations vs. State Testing Accessibility Supports

Quick visual to review ACT authorized accommodations.

*Designated Supports must be requested and authorized prior to use on Test Day. 

Consent to Release Information to ACT

This typically applies to students who have an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) that has related accommodations and modifications in their plan and for students who have a 504 Plan that lists related accommodations that are provided during ACT testing.  

Students who have a disability but are not on a 504 or IEP may be eligible. Documentation must be provided to the school district in order to submit for ACT approval prior to testing.  The documents are usually required no later than approximately 8 weeks before the scheduled testing date. 

Requesting English Learner Supports

If you are a student who currently receives English Language Learning (ELL) or English Second Language (ESL) services with teacher, Carrie Engen, you may be eligible for supports in your native language during ACT testing. 

Creating a MyACT account

Currently Home Schooled or Not Enrolled at RHS?

Review the procedures through the ACT.org website