high ACT, low essay score

With a 35 ACT score and an 8 essay should one take the test again? I’ve seen past threads that it doesn’t matter to most schools but if you are shooting for the very best schools wouldn’t it be necessary to take it again?

Many schools have dropped the essay requirement. Congrats on a great score. Move on and focus on the rest of your application.

You are all done with standardized testing! Enjoy!

I realize that many schools have but I’m talking about the top schools like Harvard, Yale, Stanford, ect. Will this be a deal breaker. should he take it again?

No. Be done. Enjoy having one less thing to worry about it.

We understand our schools. You are done!

Write great essays and show you can write.