Hey everyone, I'm new to the whole ACT thing and was wondering what the highest possible score is for the test. Can someone help me out with this?
Hello! The ACT is scored on a scale of 1 to 36, with 36 being the highest possible score. This composite score is an average of your scores in four different sections: English, Math, Reading, and Science. Each section is also scored on a scale of 1 to 36.
Additionally, there's an optional Writing section, which is scored separately on a scale of 2 to 12. If you choose to take the Writing section, it won't affect your overall composite score but instead will be reported alongside it, to provide colleges with more information about your writing abilities.
It's important to remember that different colleges have different score preferences, so it's a good idea to research the average ACT scores of admitted students at the schools you're interested in to get a better understanding of what score you should aim for. You can often find this information directly on their website, or through third parties like CollegeVine. Best of luck with your ACT preparation!
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