The ACT Assessment, a leading college entrance and placement exam, will be administered nationwide Oct. 23.

The registration postmark deadline is Sept. 17. Late registration postmark deadline is Oct. 1. An additional fee is required for late registration.

ACT scores are accepted or preferred by more four-year colleges than any other college entrance and placement exam. ACT scores are accepted at all the Ivy League colleges.

The test fee is $22.

For information, including registration forms and test locations, contact local high schools or register online at ACT's website — www.act.org.