Composite vs. Subscores

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I have a low composite score (32) due to the Science section (26). However, my English (35), Math (35), and Reading (33) are all high.

It’s my understanding that the Science subsection is the least predictive of college success, while the Math and English are the most predictive.

For schools, such as Vanderbilt, which don’t superscore and where the composite score is at the 25th percentile, will the high Math and English subscores make a difference to admissions counselors?

2

Maybe. But I would retake it and try to get the Science score up. I found with my kids that their Science score was one of the most variable. You might easily be able to get it up with a little practice and a retake.

3

Yeah, I’d be retaking it for a 4th time. Superscored I have a Composite of 34 (E35, M35, R36, S30), but Vanderbilt (my #1 school) doesn’t superscore the ACT. I’m pondering whether to take the test again.