This year, the company began offering a digital version of the exam, though students still can opt to take the ACT with paper and pencil. It also launched "Encourage," which is a free college and ...

The science section will now be optional on the ACT exam, and the exam duration ... to be able to choose between taking the test online or with paper and a pencil. Additionally, the duration ...

Sixteen AP tests transitioned to a fully digital format in May 2025, with the remaining either hybrid or paper.