Guys, I've scored a 32 on the ACT but all the colleges I'm looking into prefer SAT scores. Is there a reliable way to convert my ACT score to an approximate SAT score?
Yes, there is a reliable method to convert your ACT score into a corresponding SAT score. The ACT and the College Board (the organization that runs the SAT) have collaborated to create a concordance table. According to this table, an ACT score of 32 can be correlated to an SAT score range of about 1420 to 1450.
Please remember though, test scores are just one part of your application, and different universities value test scores differently. Additionally, most colleges accept both ACT and SAT scores, and they won't prefer one over the other.
Lastly, should you decide to take the SAT, I would recommend taking practice tests and even considering some reliable prep resources to get a feel for the type of questions you'll be asked, as the format can be quite different than the ACT. Good luck!
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