You can cancel ACT registration through MyACT before test day, but refund rules depend on how far in advance you cancel—confirm the current policy on act.org because partial refunds and deadlines change. Cancelling is different from deleting scores after you test. Part of how to register for the ACT.
How to cancel in MyACT
- Log in to MyACT at act.org.
- Select your upcoming test registration.
- Choose the cancel option (wording may vary by test date).
- Confirm cancellation and note any refund amount shown.
Refunds: what to expect
ACT refund rules depend on timing. Cancelling well before the test often yields a partial refund minus a processing fee; cancelling very close to test day may forfeit most or all of the fee. Fee waiver registrations follow separate rules. Check act.org for the exact schedule for your test date.
Cancel vs change date
If you still plan to test but need a different date or center, changing registration is usually better than cancelling and re-registering. See how to change your ACT test date or center. Change fees apply, and fee waivers do not cover them.
Cancel vs delete scores
Cancelling registration means you never sit for the test. Deleting ACT scores is a separate process after you have already tested and received results. Do not confuse the two.
When cancellation makes sense
- Illness or emergency before test day (document for refund appeals if applicable)
- You decided not to apply to colleges that require ACT scores
- You registered for the wrong date and prefer a fresh registration
If you are unsure whether to test, read should you retake the ACT and when to take the ACT.
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This article offers general ACT prep guidance. The ACT can change from year to year, including its format, scoring, policies, test dates, and fees, so always confirm the latest details on the official ACT website at act.org before you make decisions. ACT® is a registered trademark of ACT, Inc. thirty-six is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by ACT.