Educational Testing Service (ETS) has finalized its acquisition of ACT, creating one of the largest organizations in the U.S. education assessment industry. The merger brings together two long-established testing providers with the shared goal of expanding educational opportunities and enhancing student success.

The agreement represents a major milestone for both organizations, combining their expertise in academic assessment, college admissions, and workforce readiness. ETS believes the integration will enable it to offer a wider range of services that support learners throughout their educational and professional journeys.

As part of the transaction, ACT will continue to deliver its well-known assessments and education services while benefiting from ETS’s extensive research capabilities and global experience in educational measurement. The transition is expected to be seamless for schools, students, and institutional partners.

ETS said the acquisition reflects its commitment to developing innovative assessment tools that meet the evolving needs of education systems and employers. By bringing the two organizations together, the company aims to improve access to high-quality testing, strengthen career readiness initiatives, and create more effective pathways to higher education and employment.

Executives from both organizations expressed optimism about the partnership, noting that the combined expertise will help drive innovation and improve outcomes for millions of learners. They also emphasized their commitment to maintaining the quality and reliability of the services educators and students have trusted for decades.

With the deal now complete, ETS is well positioned to play a leading role in shaping the future of educational assessment, expanding its impact across schools, colleges, universities, and the workforce while responding to the changing demands of modern education.