Hey y'all, studying for the ACT and I'm kinda stressed about my score. What's the average ACT score in the United States at the moment? You know, just to see how I measure up and whatnot. Any input is appreciated!
Hello there! As of the latest data available, the average ACT score in the United States is around a 20.6. However, it's important to remember that what constitutes a "good" ACT score can depend on several factors, like the colleges you're interested in applying to. Every institution has its own freshman profile, and it can be instructive to compare your own scores to those.
To benchmark your score, you can aim to be above the average ACT score of students admitted to the colleges on your list. This information can often be found on the colleges' official websites or platforms like CollegeVine.
Remember, standardized test scores are just one part of your application. Many colleges also look at your GPA, coursework, extracurricular involvement, essays, and letters of recommendation. And you always have the possibility of a retake, so don't stress too much about this singular score!
Finally, if you want some tips and tricks to help you maximize your score, I'd check out CollegeVine's series of free blog posts focused on ACT prep, which you can access here: https://blog.collegevine.com/category/standardized-tests/act/. Keep up the good work!
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