If you are a high school student planning to pursue undergraduate studies in the Middle Eastern and North African region, taking the ACT® international subject tests can benefit you. These subject tests evaluate your college readiness and help your college application stand out among others. In this article, we discuss ACT international subject tests, their format, syllabus, registration process, benefits, and more.
What Are ACT International Subject Tests?
The ACT International Subject Tests are end-of-course evaluations that determine students’ understanding of concepts in each subject and indicate how well prepared they are for postsecondary courses.
You can find these international tests in the following ACT subjects:
The ACT international subject tests are only available in the MENA (Middle Eastern and North African) region including Egypt, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. These exams may be taken in addition to the ACT test to benefit your college admission.
Benefits of taking ACT Subject Tests
Here are a few reasons why taking ACT subject tests can benefit you:
ACT International Subject Tests Format and Syllabus
The ELA, Science, and US History tests are administered in two separately timed sessions, whereas both the Math tests are conducted in a single session. All the questions on the ACT international subject tests are multiple-choice questions (MCQs). Here is a breakdown of the number of questions and time allotted for each test.
Subject Test | Number of Questions | Duration | |||||||
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ELA (English 1 and 2) | 36–38 per session | 90 mins | Session 1: 45 mins | ||||||
Session 2: 45 mins | |||||||||
Science (Physics, Chemistry, and Biology) | 38 per session | 90 mins | Session 1: 45 mins | ||||||
Session 2: 45 mins | |||||||||
US History | 38 per session | 90 mins | Session 1: 45 mins | ||||||
Session 2: 45 mins | |||||||||
Math 1 | 50 | 60 mins | |||||||
Math 2 | 50 | 60 mins |
Note that you are allowed to use a calculator on the Physics, Chemistry, and Math 1 and 2 tests. You will also be provided with a reference sheet of common formulas for both Math tests.
The important topics that you need to study for these subject tests are as follows:
How to Register for ACT International Subject Tests?
Registering for the subject tests is easy! Just visit the ACT international subject tests website and follow these simple steps:
Here is a list of the 2023 ACT international subject test dates and the registration deadlines. For almost all test dates, there are two sessions available—morning and afternoon, in which you can take the test. Note that your score reports are available in 1–8 weeks after your test date.
Administration | Registration Open |
Registration Close |
Testing Administration |
Subjects Available |
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February | 30 Jan 2023 | 16 Feb 2023 | 24 Feb 2023 | Biology, English 1 |
25 Feb 2023 | Math 1, Chemistry, Math 2 | |||
April | 03 Apr 2023 | 20 Apr 2023 | 28 Apr 2023 | Math 1, Physics |
29 Apr 2023 | Biology, English 1, English 2 | |||
June | 22 May 2023 | 08 Jun 2023 | 16 Jun 2023 | Biology, English II, Chemistry |
17 Jun 2023 | Math 1, English 1, Math 2 | |||
July | 26 Jun 2023 | 13 Jul 2023 | 21 Jul 2023 | Math 1, English 1, US History |
22 Jul 2023 | Biology, Physics, Math 2 |
Should you need accommodations for your ACT international subject tests, write an application to the TAA (Test Accessibility and Accommodations) system requesting your required accommodation with appropriate documentation and a diagnostic report from a psychologist or a doctor.
How Do I Prepare for ACT International Subject Tests?
Now that we have covered everything about the ACT international subject tests and their benefits, here are a few tips to help you start your preparation:
- Familiarize yourself with the test format: To make your test prep easy, it is important to thoroughly understand the test format, key topics, and scoring methodology.
- Follow a study plan: Sometimes, simultaneously preparing for high school subjects and ACT tests can be overwhelming. Following a study plan to balance your preparation and dedicate enough time to every subject is always a good idea.
- Find quality practice resources: It is crucial to find quality resources to prepare for your tests. Practicing for the test will help you improve on your weak areas.
If you are preparing for your ACT test and struggling with creating an effective study plan, then read our ACT study guide. Our study guide will not only help you balance your test prep but also provide you the best strategies to get your desired score.