<p>I'm not sure as to whether or not I should retake the ACT after getting a composite 30. I'm planning to possibly apply to Berkeley, UCSD, and UCLA out of state as well as USC, University of Washington, Santa Clara University and a few others. </p>
<p>I also have not taken SATs, but don't feel very confident with that. Is there a disadvantage to not taking the SAT at all?</p>
<p>I've been told the UC's prefer the SAT...and their stats show that 99% of admitted students take the SAT.</p>
<p>And so how much of a disadvantage would that put me at?</p>
<p>I would like to know that as well.</p>
<p>i wouldn't take the SAT if i were you...a 30 composite isn't that bad for a UC. it really depends on what your SAT score is...if it's better, then go for it. i'm also considering UC's and i'm striving for a 30 too haha.</p>
<p>Ah, I think I forgot to mention that I would apply out of state, so I don't know around what score I should have to be up to par. And so SAT would be unnecessary? They say it's weighed equally, but I am not sure if they really are.</p>
<p>Are you from an "ACT state"? I'm from the midwest, and whenever I met with college reps visiting my school they didn't even mention the SAT (I guess the thought I didn't even know about it, coming from my ACT-only school, lol). So I'm sure it's fine.</p>
<p>I think your good. Most colleges look at both sat or act equally, so you won't run into a problem.</p>
<p>The UCs do NOT prefer SAT nor ACT; they convert the ACT score into an SAT equivalent for admissions (and reporting) purposes.</p>
<p>A 32 (SAT equivalent of a ~2100) would be a big boost in an OOS app to Cal, UCLA & USC, so yes, consider retaking for those two campuses, particularly if you aren't feeling strong about Subject Tests. 'SC in particular favors high test scorers.</p>
<p>yeah, i would retake the act. chances are you'll bring it up.</p>