Hi everyone! I'm a junior, and I'm planning to take the SAT/ACT soon. I noticed that there is an optional essay section, but I'm not sure if I should take it. Do colleges prefer students who take the test with the essay, or does it not matter? Thanks for your advice!
Hi there! It's great that you're planning ahead for your SAT/ACT tests. As for the essay section, it really depends on the colleges you're interested in applying to. Some colleges require or recommend the essay, while others don't consider it at all. My suggestion is to research the colleges you want to apply to and see what their requirements are. If you find that a significant number of them require or recommend the essay, it's probably a good idea to take it. However, if most of them don't consider the essay, you might want to focus on preparing for the other sections of the test instead. Either way, it's always a good idea to practice your writing skills, as they'll be useful in college and beyond. Good luck with your test prep and college search!
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