I applied to Middlebury and Colby College by their deadlines of Jan 1, but I didn’t request my ACT score reports until Jan 3. I know they won’t be received by the colleges for awhile. Do I still have a chance of getting into these colleges?
Very likely yes. Most colleges don’t start looking at those scores until February. It would’ve been ideal if you had sent the scores before the deadline (even if only by a day) but you should be fine! Have you checked their websites to see their specific policy (if explained)?
Check the application requirement. Some schools have a firm deadline with everything received by that date, most would just need the application filed by that date and allow a grace period for supporting material to come in.