<p>^ The traditional view is that the SAT is more of an “intelligence” (reasoning) test, while the ACT is at least partly an “achievement” test. Consequently, the stereotype is that very smart slackers can often do very well on the SAT but less well on the ACT, while less brilliant but hard-working drudges can often do better on the ACT but less well on the SAT. This is, of course, a gross generalization; individual resutls may vary.</p>
<p>But schools aren’t necessarily looking for sheer smarts; they also like hard workers, who will often outperform brilliant slackers in college. That’s why many SAT-oriented schools are now requiring SAT II subject tests, which are a little harder for slackers to ace. It’s also why many (but not all) schools will count the ACT as a substitute for BOTH SAT I and SAT II.</p>
<p>What do you mean by 142, 143, and 144?</p>
<p>When you add the individual scores of the ACT. 2 35’s and 2 36’s (142) will give you a 36.</p>
<p>Oh well I barely edged it, I have a 142..</p>
<p>S (4 years ago) ended up w/ superscored SAT (1460) to be roughly equal to his single take ACT (33).</p>
<p>D (now) w/ one try SAT (2080) and one try ACT (33) has a stronger ACT. Unlike brother she is going to do a retake the ACT. She absolutely HATES the SAT after the one test. She is currently signed up for November but there are so many other things she is juggling that its value may not make sense. Today she is continuing w/ SAT II’s, she has Bio 780, Chem 720 and today Math.</p>
<p>What I would prefer the most, is a strategic collection of subject tests (I did not know Connecticut College does the two subject tests). I wish writing was separate like they were in Ss day. The time for the test is rediculously long. Yes, I know kids in other countries face much worse exam structures. But that does not make me have to like ours.</p>