Hey y'all! I've taken both the SAT and ACT, but I'm not sure which score is better. Is there a reliable conversion chart to help me figure it out? I wanna make sure I submit my strongest score to colleges.
Hello! It's a smart move to determine which of your SAT and ACT scores is stronger to submit to colleges. A helpful tool to use for this purpose is the official Concordance Tables provided by College Board and ACT. These tables allow you to compare your SAT and ACT scores and see which one is more advantageous.
You can find the latest version of the Concordance Tables here: https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/pdf/guide-2018-act-sat-concordance.pdf
To use the tables, simply find your SAT score in the first column, then follow the row to the right until you find the corresponding ACT score. Similarly, if you're starting with your ACT score, you can find the corresponding SAT score using the same method.
After you compare both scores, you'll have a better idea of which one is stronger and should be submitted in your applications. Keep in mind that many colleges now consider both SAT and ACT scores equally, so submitting your best score will help your chances of admission. Best of luck!
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