Standardized Tests (PSAT, Practice ACT, AP exams)

As part of the CLARC team, Jesuit’s Testing Coordinator plans logistics for school-administered standardized tests, like the practice ACT and PSAT/NMSQT, and all Jesuit-run AP course exams.

The testing coordinator also assists extended-time-qualified students in setting up accommodations for the SAT and ACT. 

Parents wishing to find out information should first consult with their student as they have received all necessary information. If parents then need more information, they can contact Jesuit’s testing coordinator, Ms. Speer.

For advice on testing beyond logistics, please reference the Jesuit Counseling and College Counseling Sites.

FORMS

• ACT Consent Form
• College Board Consent Form

Practice ACT

• Jesuit High School requires all sophomores & juniors to take the Practice ACT. The Practice ACT gives students a general idea of what the ACT will look like.
• All sophomores and juniors will take the Practice ACT on Wednesday, September 24, 2025.
• (Freshmen will have a mandatory Freshman Community Day and seniors will have no school that day.) 

ACT

• The ACT is a standardized test used for college admissions in the United States. It is currently administered by ACT, a nonprofit organization of the same name. The ACT test covers four academic skill areas: English, mathematics, reading, and scientific reasoning. It also offers an optional direct writing test.
• Students who qualify for extended time on tests need to fill out the ACT consent form and submit it to the testing coordinator at Jesuit High School. Students will also need to mark when applying to take the ACT that they want accommodations. The testing coordinator will then apply for accommodations and let the student know the status of the request.
• Note: If students have any questions they should refer to the ACT website or consult with a counselor or college advisor at Jesuit.

ACT Contact Information Phone: 319-337-1270

Jesuit School Code: 380897

At Jesuit High School, we offer the PSAT/NMSQT® (Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test) to our students. Results from the PSAT/NMSQT give students, counselors, parents, and teachers insights into each student’s academic strengths, along with areas they can work on while still in high school.

Taking the PSAT/NMSQT can also help our students to enter the National Merit® Scholarship Program if they meet program requirements specified in the PSAT/NMSQT Student Guide.

This fall the PSAT/NMSQT will be administered in a new digital format that aims to provide an easier testing experience for students. The SAT will follow with a format change in spring 2024.

All sophomores and juniors will take the PSAT/NMSQT on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, using their school-issued iPads.

Video from College Board on what to expect from the PSAT/NMSQT: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yljPogCcKrY

The SAT is a standardized test widely used for college admissions in the United States. The SAT test covers four sections, reading, writing and Language and Math (with T-89 calculator ok.)

All juniors will take the School Day SAT on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, using their school-issued iPads. All juniors are automatically registered by the school.

Note: If students have any questions they should refer to the CollegeBoard website or consult with a counselor or college advisor at Jesuit.

Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD)

• Email: ssd@info.collegeboard.org
• Phone: 844255-7728
• Jesuit School Code: 380897

Starting in the spring of 2024 the SAT will be in a new digital format.

 For more information on the digital SAT please visit the College Board website at: https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/digital?excmpid=vt-00288

Video from College Board on what to expect from the digital SAT: https://youtu.be/DHaWelDif9I

Advanced Placement (AP) is a program in the United States created by the CollegeBoard which offers college-level curricula and examinations to high school students. American colleges and universities may grant placement and course credit to students who obtain high scores on the examination.

Students enrolled in AP courses are not required to take the courses AP exam. However, all AP students must create and register for their AP course on the myAP website.

Jesuit does not offer AP testing for courses not currently being offered at Jesuit during the Academic school year nor does Jesuit offer AP exams to those not enrolled at Jesuit.

AP: For Students and Parents

• Phone: 888-225-5427
• (M-F, 9 am - 6pm ET)

Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD)

• Email: ssd@info.collegeboard.org
• Phone: 844-255-7728
• Jesuit School Code: 380897

Please note:

• Jesuit will only provide AP exams to students who currently attend.
• Schools must begin the morning exam administration between 8 and 9 am local time and the afternoon exam administration between 12 and 1 pm local time.
• Early testing or testing at times other than those published by College Board is not permitted under any circumstances.