does it look bad if second ACT score is lower than first?

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<p>So, I took the ACT last June and again this September. I scored pretty high the first time, but took the test again in September to raise my science score. However, that did not happen and I scored worse overall on the second test (about 5 composite points lower). I was wondering for the colleges that require you to send all scores, if that leaves a bad impression? </p>

<p>Some of the ones I'm worried about are UPenn, Cornell, and Georgetown (all of which require you send all your scores). I called the Georgetown admissions office and they said that they consider your highest scores only. But will that leave a negative impression on my application? </p>

<p>And also, is there any way that a college knows if you only send them one of your test date scores?</p>

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<p>The same thing happened for me just today, but for SATs
I got 1910 in my 2nd SAT while I had 2050 the 1st time…
Ruined my day</p>

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<p>I don’t think it looks bad unless it is a drastic drop, but there is really no point in retaking if you cannot make progress/ At that point, it just becomes a waste of money. Retake the test if you are SURE you will do better in my opinion.</p>

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<p>Make sure you raise your score on the next ACT…that way colleges still see improvement</p>