Skip to main content

MTSU Testing Center

ACT On-Campus (ACT Residual)

The ACT On-Campus (ACT Residual) is a college admissions examination. Scores are reported to MTSU only. Check with MTSU MTOneStop or MTSU Admission’s Office for eligibility for any academic scholarships. Test takers must register and have acceptable photo ID (valid driver’s license).

ACT On Campus/Residual vs ACT National 

The ACT On Campus/Residual and the ACT National are not the same test.  Here is a comparison of the two:

ACT On Campus/ResidualACT National
Register and pay on MTSU Testing Services websiteRegister and pay on ACT’s website
Cannot write in test books, scratch paper is providedAble to write in test books
Scores are available usually in a weekScores are available usually in 4 weeks
Scores stay at MTSU, cannot transfer scores to other colleges    Scores are available to any college
Test takers pick up scores on campusScores are sent to test taker and college(s)

Visitors (Parking Passes)

All visitors are requested to contact Parking and Transportation Services office at  205 City View Drive, or go online, create a guest account, and print a visitor pass.

Please see parking notices for the latest changes in parking on campus. All legal parking areas are designated by signs, painted stripes, or other marks. Be sure to check the posted signs BEFORE you park your automobile. If it isn’t marked, don’t park!  For parking questions, visit Parking Services’ website.

Test Dates

  • Tuesday, December 3, 2024
  • Tuesday, December 10, 2024
  • Tuesday, January 7, 2025
  • Tuesday, January 14, 2025
  • Tuesday February 11, 2025
  • Tuesday March 4, 2025
  • Tuesday April 8, 2025
  • Tuesday May 5, 2025
  • Tuesday June 3, 2025

To Register (required)

A basic four function calculator may be used on the ACT Residual.

The exam starts at 8:00 A.M. and usually ends approximately 12:00 noon. Scores are normally reported to the Admissions office within one week of testing. 

Please note that you are required to wait sixty (60) days to retake this test.

Information regarding the ACT National is available by calling ACT at 319-337-1270 or visiting www.actstudent.org.

Testing Services

KUC 107, Suite 111
615-898-2863

Office Hours:
8:00am - 4:30pm
Monday-Friday