Need some help folks. I scored a 1480 on the SAT and need to convert this into an equivalent ACT score for my applications. What's the best way to do this?
While it's great you want to get a sense of what your SAT score roughly translates to in terms of an ACT score, it's important to understand that conversions are not 100% accurate. They should be used more as a general guide to gauge your performance rather than an exact measurement.
That said, a 1480 on the SAT is quite impressive - congrats! This score typically translates to about a 33 or 34 on the ACT using most conversion charts. Remember, the highest possible score for the ACT is a 36, so this equivalent score is definitely solid.
But also take note: If any of the colleges you’re applying to require the ACT specifically, you might want to consider actually sitting for the ACT, as conversions aren't seen as official scores by colleges.
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