How many times should my child take the ACT, and when?

While students can take the ACT up to 12 times, most Swiss students test 2 to 3 times at most. The first test offers a benchmark—our tutors then analyze the results, refine strategies, and target weak spots in preparation for future sittings. For Swiss students, timing is especially important. We recommend aiming for one official test in spring (April or June) of the penultimate year of secondary school and a second sitting in early fall (September or October) of the final year.

This schedule allows time for preparation, reflection, and retesting before early application deadlines in October and November. Since international test dates are limited and seats can fill quickly, we also help families register early to avoid logistical headaches. The ACT “superscore” policy, where colleges consider the best section scores across multiple test dates, makes retesting worthwhile. With the right guidance, each ACT sitting is not just a shot—it’s a strategic step forward.