Understanding Score Choice: SAT vs ACT

Hey all, just a quick question: Can someone please explain how Score Choice works for both the SAT and the ACT? Does one exam offer more control over which scores you send to colleges than the other? Thanks in advance!

Hi there! I'd be happy to explain Score Choice for both the SAT and the ACT exams.

For the SAT, Score Choice is a feature that allows you to choose which test scores (by sitting) you want to send to colleges. You can decide to send a specific SAT score from a certain date without sending scores from other test dates. This means you can avoid sending lower scores you're not proud of.

For the ACT, they have a similar policy called "ACT Score Choice." Similar to the SAT's Score Choice, you can pick and choose which test results to send to colleges based on the date of the exam. This way, you have control over which scores colleges see, and you can send them only the scores that reflect your best performance.

Please note that some colleges and universities have their own test score policies and might require you to submit all your scores (also known as "All Score Policy"), while others accept self-reported scores and only require official score reports upon enrollment. Be sure to check the specific policies of the schools you're applying to.

In summary, both the SAT and the ACT offer similar Score Choice options, so neither exam inherently offers more control over sending scores. When choosing between SAT and ACT, it's more important to focus on which test you feel more comfortable with and which one you believe will best showcase your skills and knowledge. Good luck!