What is the ACT?

The ACT is a comprehensive exam that is one of the two tests commonly used for college acceptance purposes.  The exam consists of four multiple-choice tests and one writing prompt (Saturday tests only).

• English: 75 questions, 45 minutes
• Mathematics: 60 questions, 60 minutes
• Reading: 40 questions, 35 minutes
• Science: 40 questions, 35 minutes

Date: February 28, 2024 (on home campus)

Who: Juniors

When: During the school day

• September 9, 2023 @ SHS
• October 28, 2023 @ BHS & SHS
• December 9, 2023 @ BHS & SHS
• February 10, 2024 @ BHS & SHS
• April 13, 2024 @ BHS & SHS
• June 8, 2024 @ BHS

ACT Resources:

• About the ACT Test
• Sample Test Questions
• Free ACT Prep

What is the ASVAB?

The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) is a career exploration program that includes a multiple aptitude test battery and helps predict future academic and occupational success in the military.  An interest inventory and various career planning tools are designed to help students explore career opportunities.  This test is administered by a representative from the military, but there is no obligation to enlist after taking the ASVAB.  

Date:

• CTHS - October
• BHS - November
• SHS - December
• WHS - January

Who: Offered to all sophomores, juniors, and seniors

Cost: no cost

Contact your campus College and Career Readiness Specialist for information about campus-specific test days

Minimum Required ASVAB Scores for Military Branches:

• Army - 31
• Navy - 35
• Marines - 32
• Air Force - 31
• Coast Guard - 40

*These scores are subject to change without notice.  

What is the PreACT?

The PreACT assessments offer students an early experience with ACT test items, provides a predicted ACT test score, and offers a wealth of information to help students get the start they need to be college ready.  

Date: October 18, 2023 (home campus)

Who: All students who register with their campus College & Career Readiness Specialist

Cost: $18 per student

What is the PSAT/NMSQT?

The Preliminary SAT also known as the PSAT/NMSQT (National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test), is a practice version of the SAT exam.  Most students take this exam in 10th and 11th grade.  If you earn a qualifying score as a junior, you could qualify to receive a National Merit Scholarship.  This test is 2 hours and 45 minutes in length and tests skills in reading, writing, and math.  

Date: October 11, 2023 (home campus)

Who: All students who register with their campus College & Career Readiness Specialist 

Cost: $18 per student

What is the SAT?

The SAT is a comprehensive exam that is one of the two tests commonly used for college acceptance purposes.  There are three sections: math, critical reading and writing.  The first two sections are multiple-choice tests.  The writing is only offered on Saturday tests.  

• Reading: 52 questions, 65 minutes
• Math: 58 questions, 80 minutes

Date: March 6, 2024 (on home campus)

Who: Juniors

When: During the school day

• October 7, 2023 @ BHS & SHS
• November 4, 2023 @ BHS & SHS
• December 2, 2023 @ BHS & SHS
• March 9, 2024 @ TBD
• May 4, 2024 @ TBD
• June 1, 2024 @ TBD

What is the TSIA2?

The Texas Success Initiative Assessment 2.0 (TSIA2) is a series of placement tests for students enrolling in public colleges and universities in Texas.  These tests help schools determine if the student is ready for college-level courses in the areas of reading, writing, and math. 

TSIA2 - Everything You Need to Know (video)

TSIA2 - Student Informative Brochure (document)

Date: December 10-11, 2023

Who: Students enrolled in  Algebra II and English III

When: During the school day at BHS, CTHS, SHS, WHS - contact your campus College and Career Readiness Specialist for information

Date: February 22-March 3, 2024

Who: Students who plan to enroll in the Dual Credit Program with TCC

When: During the school day at BHS, CTHS, SHS, WHS - contact College and Career Readiness Specialist for information