Sup guys, I've got an ACT score but some schools seem more keen on SAT scores. Is there a direct translation between ACT and SAT scores? How do colleges convert these?
While there isn't an exact conversion between the two tests because they are set up and scored differently, there are concordance tables that have been jointly published by the College Board and ACT. These tables provide a statistical match between ACT scores and SAT scores based on percentile ranks. It's important to note that this is not an exact conversion but a translation to provide a comparable value.
For example, an ACT composite score of 30 corresponds to around the 94th percentile, which is similar to a 1370 on the SAT. Similarly, an ACT composite score of 25, which is in the 81st percentile, is approximately equivalent to an SAT score of 1210.
Colleges typically use these concordance tables if they need to compare ACT and SAT scores from applicants. As you're applying, remember that these scores are just one part of your application and other factors like your GPA, extracurricular activities, and essays will also be taken into account.
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