Hi, I recently got my ACT scores back, and I got a 31 composite. I'm curious to know what the SAT equivalent for this score might be? It would help me to decide whether I should submit my ACT or SAT scores during the college application process. Thanks!
Hi there! Congratulations on your ACT score. A composite ACT score of 31 is roughly equivalent to an SAT score of 1390-1410. However, keep in mind that the precise conversion might vary slightly depending on which specific SAT test you took, since there's sometimes small variations in difficulty among tests.
To decide whether to submit your ACT or SAT score during the college application process, compare the percentile ranking of both scores. If one of your scores is in a higher percentile, that's the score you should submit. You can find the percentile rankings on the College Board and ACT websites, or by doing a quick online search for "SAT percentile chart" and "ACT percentile chart."
Remember that many colleges are now test-optional or test-blind, which means you may not have to submit standardized test scores at all, or they won't review them. Make sure to research each of the colleges you're planning to apply to and follow their specific policies on standardized test scores.
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