TESTING OPPORTUNITIES FOR JUNIORS AND SENIORS 2022-23
ACT
The ACT is a college entrance test which is the preferred test of the universities in the Montana University System. Many universities are now "test-optional," meaning they do not use one's test scores as a means for acceptance. The ACT is a widely accepted test by almost all other colleges and universities throughout the nation. The ACT tests students in four areas: English, Math, Science, and Reading. Check individual college requirements to see if the ACT is accepted by the college to which you wish to apply.
Applications for the ACT are available in the CMR Counseling office and the test is administered on the following dates at CMR and GFH. Students are responsible for filling out the application and mailing the application with the test fee. Students can register on-line at www.act.org. Basic test fee is $60 and $85 for the writing test.
Testing Dates Location
October 22, 2022 CMR
December 10, 2022 CMR
February 23, 2023 CMR
April 15, 2023 CMR
June 10, 2023 CMR
The free state ACT is April 13, 2023. All Juniors will take this test.
SAT I: REASONING
The SAT I is a college entrance test that is the preferred test of many of the more selective colleges and universities. It is important to note that there are some colleges that will not accept the ACT.
The SAT I reports three scores: a verbal, writing and math score. SAT I applications are available in the Counseling Office and the test is administered on the following dates at Great Falls High School only. Students are responsible for filling out and mailing the application with fees. Students can register on-line at www.collegeboard.org. The fee to take the test is $55.
Test Date Location
October 1, 2022 GFH
March 11, 2023 GFH
SAT II: SUBJECT AREA TESTS
The SAT II: Subject Area Tests are often required or recommended by some of the more selective or competitive colleges and universities. Used primarily for placement purposes, the SAT II tests your knowledge in specific subject areas.
Generally colleges that require SAT II Tests are fairly rare and they usually require a couple of tests specifically and allow you to choose a third in an area that you may see as a strength. Again, check with individual colleges to see which tests may be required by colleges you are considering.
SAT II Tests are offered at most of the same times and places as SAT I tests. Check the SAT Registration Bulletin for specific dates. Students may not take the SAT I and SAT II tests on the same day. Applications are available in the Counseling Office and, again, students are responsible for mailing in the registration and fees.
PSAT/NMSQT
The Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test (PSAT) is the two-hour version of the SAT and also serves as the National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test. This test will be given on October 12th at both GFHS and CMR. Students who take this test are practicing for the SAT as well as competing for scholarships through the National Merit Corporation. Students receive a verbal and math score as well as a Selection Index score that measures their qualification for the scholarship competition.
Generally juniors with a 3.0 GPA and sophomores with a 3.4 GPA are invited and encouraged to take the PSAT. Other juniors and sophomores may take the test as space is available.
THE ASVAB
The ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) is an aptitude test which measures a student's talent for and knowledge of academic and vocational skills. This is a great test for helping students learn more about which careers match their aptitudes, interests and work values.
The ASVAB will be given to interested juniors November 9th at CMR as a career counseling tool. Counselors will be available to help with the interpretation of the scores. This is an excellent opportunity for juniors to "kick-start" their career and educational decision-making process for their junior year!
ACT
The ACT is a college entrance test which is the preferred test of the universities in the Montana University System. Many universities are now "test-optional," meaning they do not use one's test scores as a means for acceptance. The ACT is a widely accepted test by almost all other colleges and universities throughout the nation. The ACT tests students in four areas: English, Math, Science, and Reading. Check individual college requirements to see if the ACT is accepted by the college to which you wish to apply.
Applications for the ACT are available in the CMR Counseling office and the test is administered on the following dates at CMR and GFH. Students are responsible for filling out the application and mailing the application with the test fee. Students can register on-line at www.act.org. Basic test fee is $60 and $85 for the writing test.
Testing Dates Location
October 22, 2022 CMR
December 10, 2022 CMR
February 23, 2023 CMR
April 15, 2023 CMR
June 10, 2023 CMR
The free state ACT is April 13, 2023. All Juniors will take this test.
SAT I: REASONING
The SAT I is a college entrance test that is the preferred test of many of the more selective colleges and universities. It is important to note that there are some colleges that will not accept the ACT.
The SAT I reports three scores: a verbal, writing and math score. SAT I applications are available in the Counseling Office and the test is administered on the following dates at Great Falls High School only. Students are responsible for filling out and mailing the application with fees. Students can register on-line at www.collegeboard.org. The fee to take the test is $55.
Test Date Location
October 1, 2022 GFH
March 11, 2023 GFH
SAT II: SUBJECT AREA TESTS
The SAT II: Subject Area Tests are often required or recommended by some of the more selective or competitive colleges and universities. Used primarily for placement purposes, the SAT II tests your knowledge in specific subject areas.
Generally colleges that require SAT II Tests are fairly rare and they usually require a couple of tests specifically and allow you to choose a third in an area that you may see as a strength. Again, check with individual colleges to see which tests may be required by colleges you are considering.
SAT II Tests are offered at most of the same times and places as SAT I tests. Check the SAT Registration Bulletin for specific dates. Students may not take the SAT I and SAT II tests on the same day. Applications are available in the Counseling Office and, again, students are responsible for mailing in the registration and fees.
PSAT/NMSQT
The Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test (PSAT) is the two-hour version of the SAT and also serves as the National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test. This test will be given on October 12th at both GFHS and CMR. Students who take this test are practicing for the SAT as well as competing for scholarships through the National Merit Corporation. Students receive a verbal and math score as well as a Selection Index score that measures their qualification for the scholarship competition.
Generally juniors with a 3.0 GPA and sophomores with a 3.4 GPA are invited and encouraged to take the PSAT. Other juniors and sophomores may take the test as space is available.
THE ASVAB
The ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) is an aptitude test which measures a student's talent for and knowledge of academic and vocational skills. This is a great test for helping students learn more about which careers match their aptitudes, interests and work values.
The ASVAB will be given to interested juniors November 9th at CMR as a career counseling tool. Counselors will be available to help with the interpretation of the scores. This is an excellent opportunity for juniors to "kick-start" their career and educational decision-making process for their junior year!
TEST PREP RESOURCES:
College Prep MT
Fabmarks
Varsity Tutors
Blog Scholar
Article here from a parent's perspective on ACT success
College Prep MT
Fabmarks
Varsity Tutors
Blog Scholar
Article here from a parent's perspective on ACT success
