Praying to the ACT gods here, hoping I did enough. Anyone out there have the scoop on what the UCLA ACT score requirements are? I managed to score a 30. Yay or nay?
In terms of UCLA's ACT score requirements, it's important to know that UCLA, along with all other University of California schools, is currently test-blind for the 2024-2025 application cycle due to the aftermath of a court ruling. This means that they do not take into consideration SAT or ACT scores during the admissions process at all, even if submitted.
So, your score of a 30 on the ACT will not be a factor in your application to UCLA. Instead, they'll focus on other aspects of your application, such as your GPA, courses taken, personal insight essays, and extracurricular activities.
However, if you're applying to other schools, an ACT score of 30 is generally competitive. It certainly can contribute to a strong application, depending on the selectivity of the universities you're considering and the strength of the remaining elements of your application. For context, a 30 ACT score is approximately in the 93rd percentile of all test-takers, which is quite high.
Always be sure to confirm directly with the universities you're considering to understand their current testing policies. Best of luck with your applications!
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