Hey there. So, I've taken the ACT a few times and my scores are better in different sections across the attempts. I've heard about this thing called superscoring where colleges take the highest scores from each section, no matter the test date. Can anyone list some colleges that do that with the ACT? Trying to maximize my chances here. Thanks in advance!
Absolutely, superscoring can certainly be a beneficial aspect of the application process for students who've taken the ACT multiple times. Here are a few colleges that superscore the ACT:
1. University of Chicago (UChicago)
2. Duke University (Duke)
3. Vanderbilt University (Vanderbilt)
4. Johns Hopkins University (Johns Hopkins)
5. Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
6. Pomona College (Pomona)
7. University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC Chapel Hill)
8. New York University (NYU)
Just to name a few. However, it's important to be aware that while these institutions superscore the ACT, they also have holistic admissions processes and consider all aspects of the application equally. Therefore, while a high ACT superscore can certainly help, it can't compensate for other aspects of the application that are lacking.
Finally, keep in mind that policies may change. So, it's a good idea to check each school's test policy on their website before you submit your scores.
Best of luck with your applications!
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