Hey everyone! I've taken both the SAT and ACT, and I'm a bit confused about which scores to submit for my college applications. Is there a reliable chart I can use to compare my scores so I can figure out which one is more likely to impress the admissions officer?
Hello! To help you compare your SAT and ACT scores, the College Board and ACT have collaborated on a concordance table. This table can help convert your SAT scores into comparable ACT scores (and vice versa) so that you can determine which of your scores is stronger. You can find the concordance table on the ACT's website by searching for "SAT and ACT Concordance Tables".
Keep in mind that while the concordance table provides at least a rough idea of how the scores compare, colleges might have their own way of comparing or weighting these scores. I recommend checking the college's admissions website or contacting their admissions office if you have specific questions about how they evaluate SAT and ACT scores. Be sure to also consider the percentiles of your scores, as they can help you assess how well you performed relative to other test-takers.
When deciding which scores to submit, it's a good idea to consider the middle 50% range of test scores for admitted students at your target schools. If your SAT or ACT score is well within or above that range, it's likely to be a favorable factor in your application. Don't forget that many colleges are currently test-optional, so you can choose whether or not to submit test scores to those schools based on how strong you believe your scores are in comparison with your other application components.
Good luck with your applications!
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