when do december act scores come out
December ACT ACT scores for the 2025 test date (December 13) are scheduled for initial release on December 30, 2025 , according to official ACT guidelines, with most students accessing them via their MyACT account within 2-4 weeks of testing.
Official Release Timeline
ACT typically delivers over 97% of scores in 2-4 weeks post-exam, though ranges extend to 8 weeks for some due to processing or writing section delays. For the December 13, 2025, national test:
- Earliest availability : December 30, 2025 (multiple-choice scores around 10-17 days after).
- Full range : December 23, 2025 – February 6, 2026, varying by test center, format (paper/digital), or late registrations.
Check your MyACT portal daily from December 30 onward, as releases roll out in waves—not everyone gets scores simultaneously.
Why Delays Happen
- High-volume processing: ACT handles millions of tests, prioritizing batches.
- Writing scores: Add 2 extra weeks after multiple-choice.
- Issues like absences or irregularities push to the later end.
Test Date| Initial Release| Full Window End
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Dec 13, 2025| Dec 30, 2025| Feb 6, 2026
Student Tips & Forum Buzz
Log in early—past Decembers saw scores drop mid-week, sparking Reddit threads like anxious "still waiting?" posts. Contact ACT if past Jan 7; delays beyond are rare but fixable. As of Dec 30, 2025 (today), expect notifications soon if tested.
TL;DR : Scores out starting today (Dec 30) for Dec 13 test—check MyACT now!
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