ACT - American College Testing
The ACT (No Writing) consists of four multiple-choice tests: English, Mathematics, Reading, and Science. The ACT Plus Writing includes the four multiple-choice tests and a Writing Test. The English subtest measures standard written English and rhetorical skills. The math subtest measures mathematical skills students have typically acquired in courses taken up to the beginning of grade 12. The reading subtest reassures reading comprehension. The science subtest measures the interpretation, analysis, evaluation, reasoning, and problem-solving skills required in the natural sciences. The optional writing subtest measures writing skills emphasized in high school English classes and in entry-level college composition courses.
For tests proctored by Miami Dade College for external vendors, under certain circumstances, arrangements for auxiliary aids and modifications may be available to students. For these tests, auxiliary aids and modifications are subject solely to the testing vendors availability, policies and approval.
Instructions for Auxiliary Aids and Modifications:
- Candidate sends documentation to test vendor.
- Test vendor evaluates the candidate's documentation.
- Test vendor determines the candidate's test accommodations.
- Test vendor informs candidate of accommodations and schedules test.
Test vendor informs Testing Center of candidate's accommodations and sends test materials for test day.
Students can take the ACT no more than 12 times total (see Retest Restrictions). Many students take the test twice, once as a junior and again as a senior (see Retake the Test).
| Location | Available | Day and Time |
|---|---|---|
| Homestead Testing A114 |
By Online Appointments | TBA On a typical test day, examinees will need to arrive by 7:45 AM, and the test should be finished between 12:30 and 1 PM. |
| Kendall Testing Building R, 5th Floor |
By Online Appointments | TBA On a typical test day, examinees will need to arrive by 7:45 AM, and the test should be finished between 12:30 and 1 PM. |
| Medical Testing 1303 |
By Online Appointments | TBA On a typical test day, examinees will need to arrive by 7:45 AM, and the test should be finished between 12:30 and 1 PM. |
| North Testing 1160 |
By Online Appointments | TBA On a typical test day, examinees will need to arrive by 7:45 AM, and the test should be finished between 12:30 and 1 PM. |
| Wolfson Testing 3104 |
By Online Appointments | TBA On a typical test day, examinees will need to arrive by 7:45 AM, and the test should be finished between 12:30 and 1 PM. |
Contact a Testing and Assessment location, where we would be glad to help you!
Note: Examinees must be checked-in and seated by the time scheduled in order to begin the test. Examinees will then have adequate time to finish the test in a reasonable period or within the Hours of Operation.
The following are links to resources for students to prepare for the ACT:
MDC School of Continuing Education & Professional Development
Online College Readiness Enrichment Program Reading, Writing, and Math (10 week online access)
Please visit the Testing Fees webpage for additional information and test specific fees.