SAT and ACT score release dates: when scores come out
First checked October 11, 2026; rechecked October 23, 2026 · Sources: ACT’s registration page and 2026-27 test dates; College Board’s published release dates as reported. Confirm in your account.
SAT and ACT score release dates follow each test date. College Board says most weekend SAT scores are released two to four weeks after test day; the November 7 SAT releases November 20 and the December 5 SAT on December 18. ACT says scores are typically online a few weeks after the test; initial paper scores for December 12 are expected December 22.
Upcoming score release dates
| Test | Test date | Scores |
|---|---|---|
| SAT | November 7, 2026 | November 20 |
| SAT | December 5, 2026 | December 18 |
| SAT | March, May, June 2027 | To be announced by College Board |
| ACT | December 12, 2026 | Initial paper scores December 22 |
| ACT | February 27, April 10, June 12 and July 10, 2027 | A few weeks after each test, per ACT |
Sources: College Board (as reported) and ACT.
What to know
- SAT scores appear in your College Board account.
- ACT scores appear in your MyACT account; Writing scores can take longer.
- ACT’s fee includes reports to you, your school and up to four colleges.
- ACT Science is reported separately and doesn’t count toward your Composite.
Planning around score release
Work backward from your college deadlines: allow two to four weeks for SAT scores and a few weeks for ACT scores, plus time to send reports. If you might retest, pick a first date early enough that a second sitting still lands before your deadlines. See SAT and ACT test dates.
Common questions about SAT and ACT score release dates
How long do SAT scores take?
College Board says most weekend SAT scores are released two to four weeks after test day; for example, the November 7 test releases on November 20.
How long do ACT scores take?
ACT says scores are typically online a few weeks after the test; Writing scores can take longer.
Where do I see my scores?
In your College Board account for the SAT, and your MyACT account for the ACT.
How do I send scores to colleges?
ACT’s fee includes reports to you, your school and up to four colleges; College Board also lets you send reports from your account.