Standardized Testing, Preparation, and Registration
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Many colleges remain test-optional; however, more are reinstating testing following the Ivy League and large state institutions’ lead. Most notably, recently, the University of Miami has announced it will require testing for this rising senior class.
SAT and ACT Policies and Score Ranges for Popular Colleges and Universities can be found here, or at FairTest.org
We recommend that our students take both the SAT and the ACT in the fall of junior year (December 6th,2025, and December 13th, 2025). From there, the preferred test can be the focus for the rest of the junior year testing options.
SAT and ACT Test Preparation
ACT
The ACT remains a paper test at Avon Old Farms. The ACT consists of four multiple-choice subjects: English, mathematics, reading, and science.
Register and find a testing location here.
ACT Testing Dates:
- June 13, 2026 (Off-Campus)
- July 11, 2026 (Off-Campus)
- September 19, 2026
- October 17, 2026 (Off- Campus)
- December 12, 2026
- February 27, 2027
- April 10, 2027
- June 12, 2027 (Off-Campus)
- July 10, 2027 (Off-Campus)
ACT Test Prep
ACT Academy is a free online personalized learning platform. Selections include educational games, short skill tests, interactive apps, video lessons, full-length ACT practice tests, and other engaging learning approaches, validated through professional educators. Similar to the SAT’s free program, the ACT touts that its program will include a personalized study plan with full-length practice tests, video lessons, and interactive practice questions.
Additional ACT Prep Resources can be found here.
SAT
The SAT is now digital. The move to digital will result in a shorter test (2 hours instead of 3 hours) and faster delivery of results.
Register and find a testing location here.
SAT Testing Dates:
- June 6, 2026 (Off-Campus)
- August 22, 2026 (Off-Campus)
- September 12, 2026
- October 3, 2026
- November 7, 2026
- December 5, 2026
- March 6, 2027 (Off-Campus)
- May 1, 2027
- June 5, 2027 (Off- Campus)
SAT Test Prep
For tips and tricks on preparing for the Digital SAT, please check out this quick and helpful guide from the College Board.
We encourage students looking for more resources to prepare for the Digital SAT to use Khan Academy's Official Digital SAT Prep for skill practice and the College Board's Bluebook app for full-length practice tests.
Standardized Test Prep
We are pleased to offer several standardized test prep options for the 2025-2026 school year. These courses will be presented by Summit Educational Group, Compass Education Group, and Avon Old Farms faculty. The cost of the courses will be the responsibility of AOF families. (Courses are optional.)
Compass Education Group
New this year, the AOF College Counseling Office is pleased to partner with Compass Education Group to provide small-group, online standardized testing preparation focused on the SAT and ACT.
Summer Test Prep through Compass Educational Group This summer, we are offering small group, live, online test prep through Compass Educational Group, a premier test prep company. These are live, results-driven courses designed to improve student success on the SAT and ACT.
View full schedules and register here.
- 8-weeks of teacher-led preparation for a total of 20 hours of prep plus 3 practice tests
- Select from several schedules for one that best suits you
- Classes are recorded in case a date is missed
- Financial Aid available to students receiving 85% or more FA from AOF
AOF Online Courses
March and August asynchronous test prep courses
AP Exam Preparation
- Students taking AP classes should discuss exam preparation with their AP teachers
- AP students can log in to their College Board account and access daily videos and exam practice
- Most AP Exams are now digital or hybrid, and students will use Bluebook to take their exams
Have questions? We can help!
Contact your son’s College Counselor or Christie Reif for information via email or at (860) 404-4231.
Where Next?
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Resources for College Representatives
Resources for College Representatives at Avon Old Farms.
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Standardized Testing
Standardized Testing Information at Avon Old Farms.
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Contact a College Counselor
Meet the College Counseling Team.
