<p>just wonderin...how long does it take for scores to be reported?... b/c i want to kno if the dec. 9th test will be sent on time for jan 1 deadlines...</p>
<p>Mine came about four weeks after the test (which was on June 10th). I'd say that'd be cutting it kinda close.</p>
<p>From actstudent.org:</p>
<p>Most scores are available online within 2 1/2 weeks after each national test date. Your scores are not reported any faster if you view them online. Score reports are usually mailed to your home within 4 to 7 weeks after each test date. If you took Writing, your score report will be mailed only after your Writing scores are available.</p>
<p>I would definitely suggest taking the ACT on an earlier available date. I don't remember mine coming in before four weeks, and since that's the "minimum," you would be out of luck getting them back before Jan 1.</p>
<p>If you are not taking writing, you should be in the clear unless something happens like a test center problem, or you copy the information from your admission ticket wrong. Just keep in mind that something totally out of your control could delay your scores.</p>
<p>If you are taking writing, your scores could get there on time but there's a pretty good chance they won't.</p>
<p>If you live where there could be a blizzard in December, the test could get rescheduled to a later date.</p>
<p>I think many colleges will accept scores after the application date. You should check with each one you're applying to.</p>