<p>If I register now does it mean I have to be standby and pay $90 to take ACT with writing? or can I take the late fee testing?</p>
<p>I completely screwed up and forgot to register my D for the October ACT test. When I went to register last night, it was closed out. I called the ACT people in a panic since it is my D’s last chance to take the test before applications are due. They told me the safest bet was to register for a future ACT test, I signed up for the one in December, and then show up early for the October test and pray that D gets in as standby. If she does, ACT will send me a bill for an additional $20.00. I don’t know anything about standby other than it is not guaranteed. It will be a stressful wait. I still can’t believe I forgot this simple task, I am so upset with myself. Wish us luck</p>
<p>doesn’t it say standby has to add $40?</p>
<p>I am not sure what it says to be honest with you. The ACT office told me to sign up for the December test and show up as standby for the October exam. They said if I did that they and D was allowed to take the test they would send a bill for $20.00. If guess there would not be a late fee since I registered for the December exam.</p>
<p>BobbyCT- Find out which test site is seating the most students. This will put your D in a better position to get a standby spot because of the greater chance for a no show. Get there at least an half hour before registration opens so your D can be in the position to be number one on the standby list. Hover near but don’t crowd the registration table so they don’t have to look for your D when a spots opens up. Be very nice and polite to the registration people, they are there to help you. Keep your anxiety to yourself, a calm, cool headed, controlled parent is what your D needs. Good luck.</p>