Where to find your ACT ID on documents you already have

Your ACT ID is a unique number assigned to you by ACT, Inc. when you register for the ACT exam. The fastest way to find it is to check documents you received when you tested or registered. Look for it on your ACT score report — the official document ACT mailed to you after test day. It appears near your name and date of birth, usually in the upper right corner or on the first page.

If you took the ACT in high school, check your email for a message from ACT with the subject line containing "score" or "registration." ACT also sends this number in confirmation emails before test day. Search your email inbox and spam folder for messages from noreply@act.org or act.org. The ID will be listed alongside your registration details.

Your high school may also have a copy. Contact your school's guidance counselor or testing coordinator and ask them to look up your ACT ID in their records. Many schools keep test records on file for several years.

Key Takeaways

  • Your ACT ID appears on your official score report in the upper right corner or on the first page near your name.
  • Check confirmation and score emails from ACT, Inc. — search for messages from noreply@act.org or act.org.
  • Your high school's guidance counselor or testing coordinator can look up your ACT ID if you registered through the school.
  • If you cannot find your ID through these routes, you can create an ACT account online and retrieve it from your account dashboard.

Retrieving your ACT ID through your online account

If you registered for the ACT online, you can log into your ACT account to find your ID. Go to act.org and click "Sign In" in the upper right corner. Enter the email address and password you used when you registered. Once logged in, your ACT ID will appear on your account dashboard under your name and profile information.

If you do not remember your password, click "Forgot Password" on the sign-in page. ACT will send a reset link to the email address associated with your account. After you reset your password and log in, your ID will be visible when ready.

Creating a new ACT account if you cannot access your old one

If you registered for the ACT years ago and no longer have access to that email address, you can create a new account on act.org. Click "Create Account" and enter your current email address, name, and date of birth. ACT will search their records for any tests you took under that name and birth date.

Once your account is created, ACT will display any test records they find. Your ACT ID will appear next to each test result. This method works even if you registered through your high school, as long as the name and birth date match what ACT has on file.

What to do if ACT has no record of your test

If you registered for the ACT but cannot find any record of it — either in your documents, email, or online account — contact ACT Customer Service directly. Call 319-337-1270 (this is ACT's main customer service line) or visit act.org/contact. Have your full legal name, date of birth, and the approximate year you tested ready when you call.

ACT Customer Service can search their database by name and birth date. If they find a record, they will provide your ACT ID over the phone or via email. If no record exists, they can help you determine whether you actually took the official ACT or a different standardized test.

Understanding what your ACT ID is used for

Your ACT ID is the number you use to access your scores online, send scores to colleges, and register for future ACT exams. It is different from your Social Security number and is used only for ACT-related transactions. You will need it if you want to view your score report, order additional score reports, or retake the exam.

Colleges and universities do not use your ACT ID — they use your actual test scores and your name to match your results to your process. Your ACT ID is for your own record-keeping and communication with ACT, Inc.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is my ACT ID the same as my student ID from high school?

No. Your ACT ID is assigned by ACT, Inc. and is separate from your high school student ID number. They are different systems. Your ACT ID is used only for ACT exam registration and score reporting.

Can I find my ACT ID if I took the test more than 10 years ago?

Yes. ACT keeps records indefinitely. Contact ACT Customer Service at 319-337-1270 with your name and date of birth, and they can locate your ID even if you tested decades ago. You can also create an account on act.org and search by name and birth date.

What if I took the ACT at a testing center instead of through my school?

Your ACT ID will still be in the system. Check your score report or confirmation email first. If you cannot find it, create an account on act.org using the email address you registered with, or call ACT Customer Service with your name and birth date.

Do I need my ACT ID to send my scores to colleges?

No. You can send scores to colleges using your ACT account without needing to know your ID — just log in with your email and password. However, having your ID on hand is useful if you need to contact ACT Customer Service about your account.