Hey folks, junior here thinking about the ACT. Just curious, what's the highest possible score you can get on it? And do all colleges accept the ACT scores? Thanks for helping out a stressed student!
The highest possible score on the ACT is a 36. This score is the average of your scores on the four sections: English, Mathematics, Reading, and Science. Each of those sections is scored out of 36, and your composite score is the average of those four, rounded to the nearest whole number.
But remember, you don't need a perfect 36 to be competitive for most colleges! For example, Ivy Leagues generally have average ACT scores in the low to mid 30s.
As for whether colleges accept ACT scores, almost all U.S. colleges and universities accept the ACT. However, some colleges have become test-optional, meaning you can choose whether or not to submit standardized test scores in your application. Additionally, a few are test-blind, so they do not consider test scores in the admissions process at all.
To know for sure, you should check the admissions requirements of the specific schools you're interested in. It's always a good strategy to tailor your application strategy to the specific requirements and preferences of the colleges on your list.
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