Hey, friends! I took the ACT and the SAT, but I'm struggling to compare my math scores from both tests. Is there a reliable method or tool for converting my ACT math score to an SAT equivalent, or vice versa?
Hey there! Comparing your ACT and SAT math scores can indeed be a bit tricky. One way to compare your math scores is by using a concordance table. The College Board and ACT have jointly published a set of concordance tables that help you convert scores between the two tests.
To use a concordance table, you can follow these steps:
1. Look up your ACT math score in the "ACT Composite Score" column of the table (keep in mind that the table uses composite scores rather than individual section scores, so the conversion may not be perfect for just the math section).
2. Find the corresponding SAT total score range in the "SAT Total Score" column right next to it.
Please note that this conversion gives you an approximate SAT total score range, not an exact SAT math score. It's not a perfect method, but it does provide a ballpark estimate for comparison purposes.
Keep in mind, however, that colleges will review both your ACT and SAT scores if you submit them and generally do not place more weight on one test over the other. If you feel one test better reflects your abilities or more closely aligns with the admissions profile of your target schools, you may choose to submit only that one.
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