Is the October 24 ACT in time for early admission?

Is the October 24 ACT in time for early action?

I’m talking about JMU and GMU in particular, which list November 1st as their deadline.

On my first ACT I got a 30 composite, 9 on writing, and 32 combined english/writing score. I want to improve my composite when I take the test in November, but I’m afraid this score will not go to these colleges in time for EA. Any advice? Do I have to put the college code on the website before I take the test for it to reach in time?

I am also in a little dilemma regarding the writing test. I signed up for no writing the second time and I’m wondering if this will further complicate my dilemma. Should call and try to add writing to my second test?