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Undergraduate Admissions Test

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American College Testing

The ACT is a leading admissions test for undergraduate study in the USA, an alternative to the SAT. Planning your bachelor's abroad? Fund your test, prep and degree with one education loan.

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ACT

Undergraduate Admissions Test

₹15,000 (~$181 intl.)

Exam Fee

1–36

Score Range

5 years

Score Validity

~2 hr 55 min

Test Duration

Accepted in 5+ countries

Loan covers exam + study abroad
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The Complete Guide

What is the ACT?

The ACT (American College Testing) is a standardised undergraduate admissions test used widely across the United States and accepted by universities in Canada, Singapore, the UK and the UAE. It's a direct alternative to the SAT. All US universities accept both.

The ACT covers English, Math, Reading and Science, with an optional Writing section, and is scored from 1 to 36 (the composite is the average of the four sections). Competitive universities typically look for 30+. Scores are generally valid for around five years.

This guide covers the ACT format, fees, where it's accepted, and how an education loan can fund your test, prep and the undergraduate degree it leads to.

ACT Test Structure

The sections you'll be tested on: scored 1–36.

1

English

Grammar, usage and rhetorical skills.

2

Math

Algebra, geometry and trigonometry (calculator allowed).

3

Reading

Comprehension across prose, social science and natural science.

4

Science

Interpretation, analysis and reasoning with data, unique to the ACT.

Where the ACT is Accepted

Class 11–12 students planning an undergraduate degree in the USA (and other countries that accept it). Students who are strong in science or prefer a slightly faster, more straightforward format often choose the ACT over the SAT. All US universities accept both equally.

Common for: Undergraduate (bachelor's) programs across all disciplines at US universities and many international institutions that accept US admissions tests.

Financing

Funding Your ACT & Study Abroad

Undergraduate study abroad is a major investment. A 4-year US bachelor's can cost ₹1.5–2.8 Crore. An education loan can cover not only tuition and living costs but also pre-departure expenses like ACT fees, coaching and applications.

Because undergraduate applicants have no income, lenders assess the co-applicant's profile and often require collateral for larger amounts. FundMyCampus helps families plan this. Pre-assessing eligibility before you take the ACT so you target colleges within budget.

We match you to the right lender and handle the paperwork end-to-end, completely free for students.

Exam & coaching fees

Can be included in your study-abroad loan

Tuition + living + travel

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ACT & Education Loan: FAQs

Common questions about the ACT and financing your study-abroad journey

Yes. Study-abroad education loans can cover pre-departure costs (ACT fees, coaching, applications) plus the full undergraduate degree. For UG, lenders assess the co-applicant's income and often require collateral for higher amounts. FundMyCampus helps structure this.
The ACT costs approximately ₹15,000 (around $181 including the international fee) in India, with additional charges for the optional Writing test and extra score reports.
All US universities accept both equally. The ACT includes a dedicated Science section and is slightly faster-paced. The SAT is fully digital and adaptive. Choose based on your strengths and which format suits you better.
Competitive US universities typically look for a composite of 30+, with top-tier admissions often expecting 33+. Many universities are test-optional, but a strong score still helps admission and scholarships.
Yes. Besides the USA, the ACT is accepted by universities in Canada, Singapore, the UK and the UAE, among others. Check each university's requirements.
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