SAT and ACT test dates 2026-27
The SAT has eight weekend dates in 2026-27: five in fall 2026 and March 6, May 1 and June 5, 2027. The next ACT is December 12, 2026 (register by November 6), then February 27, 2027. Register by the regular deadline to avoid late fees.
ACT dates from ACT’s registration page; SAT dates as published by College Board and reported by several prep sites that checked its schedule in July 2026. Checked October 11, 2026. Confirm on collegeboard.org and act.org.
Remaining SAT dates
| Test date | Register by | Late registration and changes by | Scores |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 7, 2026 | October 23 | October 27 | November 20 |
| December 5, 2026 | November 20 | November 24 | December 18 |
| March 6, 2027 | February 19 | February 23 | To be announced |
| May 1, 2027 | April 16 | April 20 | To be announced |
| June 5, 2027 | May 21 | May 25 | To be announced |
SAT weekend dates (US and international). Sources: College Board schedule, as reported.
Upcoming ACT dates
| Test date | Register by | Late registration by | Initial paper scores |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 12, 2026 | November 6 | November 29 | December 22 |
| February 27, 2027 | January 22 | February 9 | See act.org |
ACT national dates. December from ACT’s registration page; February 2027 from act.org; later 2027 dates as reported (April 10, June 12, July 10).
Picking a date
- Work back from deadlines. A December SAT returns scores December 18, close to January 1 college deadlines.
- ACT advises testing at least two months before your earliest college and scholarship deadlines.
- Late registration costs extra: $38 for the SAT; ACT also charges a late fee.
Official source & community discussion
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