Hi everyone! Been wondering whether I should rather opt for ACT instead of SAT. Does anyone know how to convert SAT scores to ACT? Is there an official conversion chart or something like that? Any help would be appreciated!
Hi! Yes, the College Board and the ACT both have official concordance tables that help convert and compare scores between the SAT and ACT. I'll provide a basic rundown of how scores roughly convert:
- An SAT score of 930-970 aligns with an ACT score of 17.
- An SAT score of 1010-1050 equates to an ACT score of 20.
- An SAT score of 1130-1170 equates to an ACT score of 23.
- An SAT score of 1290-1340 equates to an ACT score of 27.
- An SAT score of 1450-1490 equates to an ACT score of 32.
- An SAT score of 1560-1600 equates to an ACT score of 35-36.
Please note that this is a broad conversion, and actual conversion can sometimes be a little nuanced. It is also important to note that colleges are aware of these slight differences and take them into account when considering your scores.
Keep in mind that whether you take the SAT or ACT should also depend on which test better suits your skills and test-taking style! So also consider factors like the presence/absence of a science section, timing per question, and question style when choosing between SAT and ACT. Good luck!
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