Most applications have room for both SAT and ACT scores. My SAT is significantly higher than my ACT, and I really would rather not have my ACT scores appear on my application. Can I just decline from saying that I have taken the ACT and not put my score? I understand that adcoms at most colleges say they will consider only the highest score of either test, but they’re still going to see my ACT score, and I’d rather they not have my ACT score in mind at all when it comes decision time.
BTW, I’m yet a junior, but I was advised to start essays and applications as soon as possible, even though most places haven’t posted their fall 2006 applications. That brings me to another question, when are applications posted for next year? Do essay topics change much from year to year?