Retake?

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<p>Hey guys,
I was just wondering if my June ACT score is sufficient for a school like Northwestern, (applying early decision) and whether or not a retake is necessary. My first ACT didn't go well at all with a composite score of a 28 just because I let my stress get the best of me. I managed to take a few practice tests, surprisingly with scores ranging from 33 to 35, but I ended up with a 31 on the June ACT (breakdown below). According to my school website, the average accepted score to Northwestern ED is a 29 (about 40 from our school apply each year/10 accepted), which seems ridiculously low. I'm at the lower end of their 25-75 ACT range (30-33), but would applying early decision slightly offset this? Basically, is the ACT score something that a school like Northwestern just checks off the list if it passes a certain mark, or is a point or two really that valuable?</p>

<p>Composite: 28
English:31
Math:28
Reading:28
Science:24 (had no idea what I was doing)</p>

<p>Composite: 31
English: 35
Math: 32 (usually got a 35 on this section in practice tests)
Reading: 28 (consistent 33 in practice tests)
Science: 29 (32-36 in practice tests)</p>

<p>I really appreciate your help.</p>

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<p>I’d re-take.</p>

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<p>I think you could definitely get into NU with a 31 as long as your essay and everything else is just as strong.</p>

<p>A higher score couldn’t hurt, but do what you feel you need to do!</p>

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<p>Thanks for the replies. Any other opinions?</p>

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<p>A 31 is a solid score but a retake couldn’t hurt. If you don’t do as well, you can just send them your highest score.</p>

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<p>Haha. I’m in the same situation. 31 on my second retake and applying ED at NU. I think I’m taking it again in the fall.</p>

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<p>Haha yeah I guess I’ll take it again in the Fall, too. For some reason, 32 seems like a cutoff point, but I’m probably just being pessimistic. Thanks for the input, and good luck with the ACT/application, idk11.</p>

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<p>Thanks. You, too.</p>

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<p>Retake it. I’ve taken the ACT a lot. Went from a 24 to a 32 and i’m still not done. Keep going.</p>

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<p>Don’t stop 'til ya get enough</p>