<p>I've gotten a 10 on the act essay both times I have taken the test. What makes the difference between a 10 essay and a 12? Any info thanks!</p>
<p>Don’t bother with it. The essay plays virtually no role in admissions. Only take the test a third time if you want to improve non-essay scores.</p>
<p>I dont know if what seven said is accurate but what are ur scores on the sat essay?</p>
<p>I took my ACT in June (disappointment) 
without studying and got an 11 on my essay. Idk what they look for but im assuming its similar to the sat style essay. Just write 2 pages and ur good to go.</p>
<p>Neither of these are very helpful because although I am taking it to improve other scores, I would like to improve it as well! Also, I’ve taken it twice and written over 2 pages so that doesn’t automatically get you an 11…</p>
<p>Don’t worry about the essay. Worry about the sections that actually count towards your composite. As for essay, just right 2 pgs and you wil get an 8 </p>
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<p>Since no one has actually written any advice, here’s mine. Yes, write the entire two pages, but make sure you use all literary and historical examples. The connections can be very abstract, but the readers will be impressed if you do this. It also doesn’t matter if your facts are incorrect, although personally I’d rather write abstract real examples than perfect fake ones. Plus, on the rare chance admissions reads your essay for a comparison to your college essays, it would be best if the examples you use aren’t blatantly wrong.</p>
<p>Definitely agree with Natalilyc. The readers love strong, clear examples to support your argument. Make sure you have solid examples and that you present them in a clear, concise way. Also - an added boost to your essay would be eloquent vocabulary! Use strong diction and throw in some intelligent word choice as well.</p>