Hey! I've been hearing about composite ACT scores, but I'm not exactly sure what that means. Can anyone break it down for me? How does the composite score differ from individual section scores?
Hey there! A composite ACT score is essentially an average of your individual section scores. The ACT exam consists of four sections: English, Math, Reading, and Science. Each of these sections is scored on a scale of 1 to 36. To calculate your composite score, you first add up the scores you receive on each of the four sections and then divide the sum by 4. The result is rounded to the nearest whole number. So, your composite ACT score is also on a scale of 1 to 36.
For example, let's say you scored 28 in English, 30 in Math, 32 in Reading, and 34 in Science. To calculate your composite score, you would add these scores together (28+30+32+34=124) and then divide by 4 (124/4 = 31). In this case, your composite ACT score would be 31.
The main purpose of the composite score is to provide a single, easy-to-understand number that summarizes your overall performance on the ACT. Colleges typically look at your composite ACT score as well as your individual section scores to assess your academic abilities. However, the composite score often carries more weight in the admissions process as it represents a more comprehensive view of your skills across all tested areas.
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