The ACT® college readiness assessment is a curriculum- and
standards-based educational and career planning tool that
assesses students' academic readiness for college. The ACT is
the capstone of our College and Career Readiness System. The
test uses the same score scale as ACT Explore and ACT Plan,
making the system an effective tool to monitor academic progress
and student growth. The ACT motivates students to perform to
their best ability. Test scores reflect what students have
learned throughout high school and provide colleges and
universities with excellent information for recruiting,
advising, placement, and retention. Taking the test often
results in increased college enrollment, especially for
underrepresented students. To support college and career
planning, the ACT career exploration component helps students
identify career options. Quick facts about the ACT: - The ACT is
accepted by all four-year colleges and universities in the
United States. - The ACT is not an aptitude or an IQ test.
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