<p>I improved my test score by taking the SAT instead.
I took the ACT three times and got a 27 on all three, however, I got a 2100 on the first time I took the SAT. I found the SAT to be much easier because I actually had time to finish the questions, but on the ACT, I didn’t finish a single section.
Do yourself a favor by taking the SAT.
Most people tend to do worse on the ACT, but ultimately, it depends on the student. If you are the type of student who is good a problem solving, you will probably do better on the SAT. If you are the type of student who can read really fast, you will probably do better on the ACT. Stop worrying about the ACT and take the SAT!!!</p>
<p>I ended up not sending my ACT score to any program I applied to =]</p>
<p>miami, what was your D’s ACT score?</p>
<p>Practice test after practice test helps to improve the score.</p>
<p>personally i think ACT is the most valid test because it actully tests material that a person should know before college. </p>
<p>for example:
English- learn how to identify and in the future write proper and concise english
math- up to precalc, so IMO if you get a 30+ you should be ready for calculus
reading- how to read for “business” not for pleasure which is essential because in college you must learn how to effectively read
science- problem solving </p>
<p>as for the SAT how is having just a strong vocabulary the key to succeeding in college? and for the math section it is not relavent to have questions that are confusing. in physics, chem, and engineering the math you need to know is formuated</p>
<p>source: Me. who has a 4.275(hoping for Berkeley) gpa but got a 1700 on the SAT (540 CR, 600 M, 560 W) and then a 33 composite on ACT ( 34 E, 36 M, 30 R, 30 S).</p>