Hey, fellow students! I'm curious about the ACT Writing section. Does the score from the Writing section affect your composite ACT score? Or is it separate? Anyone have any insights?
Hey there! The ACT Writing section score is separate from your composite ACT score. Your composite score is an average of the four main sections: English, Math, Reading, and Science, and ranges from 1 to 36. The Writing section, on the other hand, is scored on a scale of 2-12 and does not impact your composite score.
However, the Writing section is still important as some colleges require or recommend it for admissions. Make sure to check the specific requirements for the schools you're interested in to see if they ask for the Writing score. Even if a school doesn't require it, a good Writing score could still demonstrate your writing skills and support your application. Good luck!
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