ACT®

The ACT® assesses high school students’ general educational development and their ability to complete college-level work.

The multiple-choice tests cover four skill areas: English, mathematics, reading, and science. The optional writing test measures skills in planning and writing a short essay. The ACT® is a paper and pencil test that is offered six times throughout the year.

Information on ACT® dates, test centers, registration, and fees can be found on the ACT® Website.

The UO does not administer the ACT®.

SAT

The SAT Reasoning Test is the nation’s most widely used admissions test among colleges and universities. It tests students’ critical thinking skills and knowledge of subjects that are necessary for college success: reading, writing, and mathematics.

The SAT is typically taken by high school juniors and seniors. It tells students how well they use the skills and knowledge they have attained in and outside of the classroom—including how they think, solve problems, and communicate. The SAT is an important resource for college admission.

Find more information about SAT registration, test dates, test fees, and test preparation materials on the College Board Website.

The UO does not administer the SAT.

General Education Development (GED) Certificate

The University of Oregon Testing Center serves as an official test site for the General Educational Development Certificate (GED). The GED allows individuals without a high school diploma to earn a high school equivalency certificate. Successful completion of the GED can enhance a person's employability and qualify them for admissions to a community college, university, or other post-secondary educational programs.

You can take the GED online or in person at a testing center. You must register and schedule GED tests through the MyGED® portal.

For more information, including access to study guides, please visit the GED website.