SAT or ACT - Which test should I take?
Took the SAT but wondering if the ACT is the better test for you? Or, took the ACT but wondering if SAT is the better test for you? Comparing your scores is a great way to determine which test is better for you!
What is the SAT?
The SAT (which used to stand for Scholastic Aptitude Test but now stands for literally nothing) is one of two college entry exams necessary for US college admissions.
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What is the ACT?
US colleges and universities use the standardised American College Test (ACT) to assess your readiness for college-level work.
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How to choose the right test
Start by taking practice tests in both the ACT and SAT. Then use our converter twice, entering each score to see the two different conversions. In this way, you may be able to gauge if you have a natural talent for one test over the other. (Eg: your SAT to ACT conversion might give you a higher ACT score than your actual ACT practice test).
The next step would be speaking to a Crimson Academic Advisor who can double down on your findings and confirm which is the best test for you.
