2210 on SAT v. 33 in ACT?

Test Preparation
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<p>Which is better to submit, and should I retake the SAT? I'm aiming for UPenn/Columbia.</p>

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<p>I would in general recommend for both schools aiming for scores of 2200+ and 32+ for the best chance of being a strong contender (slightly higher for Columbia than UPenn) based on the typical scores of admitted students. 2210 is equivalent to a 33/34 on the ACT based on composite comparison charts. Either one would be fine to submit, or both if you believed the ACT better demonstrated your math skills and the SAT your reading, etc. Retake only if other parts of your application are strong and you believe you would score noticeably higher (I would say 2270+, but up to you). Its totally your decision, but I would recommend putting your efforts into SAT II, leadership, rigorous courseload (idk if you are a junior or senior), etc. Best of luck! </p>

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<p>If you only took the SAT once, then retake (unless it is a large inconvenience to you for whatever reason) because most people’s scores (or at least, super scores) improve the second time regardless of any preparation in between takes. I scored a 2210 as well the first time and a 2260 (super score) the second with no participation. It wasn’t a ~huge~ leap but I’m very glad I retook.
But to answer your original question, if you had an even breakdown for your SAT (rather than some really high sections and some really low), I think you’re fine sending either since they’re roughly equivalent. If you don’t have an even breakdown, then maybe send the ACT score. This is on the assumption that UPenn & Columbia evaluate the composite score rather than individual sections, but I’m not entirely sure how they evaluate.</p>

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<p>@ribbonroad224‌ Wow, can you please tell me how you managed the awesome feat of achieving such a high score, let alone a score at all, without even participating in the exam? ;)</p>

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<p>@IAmTheGOAT Lol I don’t get the joke…</p>

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<p>@ribbonroad224‌ You said that you didn’t even participate in taking the test lol</p>

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<p>@IAmTheGOAT ahhh I see what you’re saying now! I meant preparation. Oops :)</p>