ACT My Answer Key (Formerly Test Information Release): How to Order and Use It

Standardized testing is a big part of the college admissions process, and the ACT is one of the most widely taken exams. Getting your scores is important, but learning from them is even more powerful. That’s where ACT My Answer Key, previously called the Test Information Release (TIR), comes in.

What Is ACT My Answer Key?

ACT My Answer Key is available for three national test dates each year—currently October, April, and June. When you order it, you receive:

• A digital copy of the multiple-choice test questions so you can review ACT test questions in detail
• Your answers (and a copy of your answer document)
• The official answer key
• The score conversion table used to calculate your results

These materials are available to purchase for up to six months after your test date. They typically appear in your MyACT account a few weeks after score release.

ACT My Answer Key vs. Former Test Information Release (TIR)

If you’ve heard of the Test Information Release (TIR) before, you might be wondering how it compares to today’s ACT My Answer Key. The service itself is essentially the same: students still receive a copy of their test questions, answers, and scoring information, but ACT has updated the name, delivery method, and the eligible test dates. Here’s a side-by-side look at the old TIR versus the new ACT My Answer Key:

Why Order ACT My Answer Key?

• Review ACT answers side-by-side with the official key to understand exactly where you went wrong
• Spot your mistakes: See exactly which questions you missed
• Learn faster: Focus on the areas where you need the most work

Using this service is one of the most effective ACT score improvement strategies, since it turns your test into a detailed study tool.

Who Can Order?

• Students testing on the eligible Saturday national dates (October, April, June)
• Students using fee waivers can add ACT My Answer Key at no additional cost
• Students in the U.S., U.S. territories, and Puerto Rico who test through ACT Special Testing can request materials in approved alternate formats (though processing can take up to 8 weeks)
  

Things to Know

• If ACT replaces the test version at your test center or reschedules your administration, this service will be canceled and your fee refunded
• Materials are for personal study only—they are ACT’s copyrighted property and cannot be copied, scanned, or shared

How to Order

You can order your ACT answer key:

1. During registration for an eligible test date, or
2. After the test (within six months) by logging into your MyACT account
   

Pricing details are available on ACT’s fees page.

Final Thoughts

For students who plan to retake the ACT, ordering ACT My Answer Key is one of the smartest steps you can take. It turns your test into a study tool, giving you concrete feedback on where to focus before your next attempt. With guided practice and the right support, many students see meaningful score jumps on their retake—often opening doors to more selective schools and scholarship opportunities.

At Mindfish, we help students make the most of these insights, turning past mistakes into future strengths. If you’re planning an ACT retake, contact us today to learn how our expert tutors can guide you through your ACT My Answer Key and build a targeted plan for your next test.