Hi guys! I'm a bit curious to know what the national average ACT score is. I think this could give me a good comparison point for my own score.
The average ACT score can fluctuate slightly from year to year. But as a general reference, the national average ACT score tends to hover around 20.7 out of a maximum of 36. However, remember that this is an average score, and the score requirements might vary significantly between different colleges. For highly selective colleges, you might aim for a score in the higher end of the spectrum, typically 30 or above. It's always good practice to check the median ACT scores of the specific schools you are interested in.
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