<p>I got a 27 on my ACT, mostly due to my Science score (24, not too great). I did very well on reading and the writing areas. I normally would be alright with that, but my best friend got a 35. A freaking 35. I love her and I am so beyond happy for her, but everyone knows, including my parents, and they've started comparing me to her. She's a genius, don't get me wrong, but I was brought up near the top of my class until I hit high school (I blame the gifted program. I'm starting to doubt that 'you're gifted, you're brilliant' crap). I shouldn't be upset with a 27 should I? I'm retaking it and actually studying for it this time, but I seriously hate myself. Is 27 alright? Is even a 29 alright? That's all I guess I can hope for at this point. What should I do beside studying the Princeton Review? And what can I do for the SAT? I was in the 89th percentile last time but I want a phenomenal score on that because my major will most likely be related to the arts.</p>
<p>It really depends on what colleges you’re looking at and what grade you’re in, but I’ll give it a shot. A 27 is by no means bad. It’s the 87th percentile, and a 29 is the 93rd (that’s right, you can move up that fast!) Your friend is clearly very talented, but don’t worry about getting a 33 or higher, because those scores are ridiculous. I got a 32, and I hate myself for it, but that’s just because I thought I could do better on my ACT than my SAT. The bottom line is that a 27 is a fine score, and can definitely be improved with Princeton Review and Barrons and other stuff. Also try studying for the SAT. You might get a higher score, there’s none of that crappy science, and if anything, it will prepare you for your next ACT. Good luck!</p>
<p>Don’t worry! I was depressed to and I got a 27… When my mom read the score out loud (I was too psyched to see it) i wanted to cry. I got 28 E 29 M 30 R 21 S and 26 W…stupid science.</p>
<p>My children were both disappointed in their science scores the first time they took the ACT. They both prepared for it a little more, retook it, and scored a 36 on science the second time around. I think that familiarity with the science format is very important.</p>
<p>Your emotions are quite understandable, particularly if others are comparing you to your friend. Perhaps you can channel your response into determination to prepare for your retake!</p>
<p>I recommend that you use the ACT official test prep book (the Red Book) and any ACT materials available online before you use the Princeton Review book.</p>