So, I’m registered to take the ACT Dec. 10, and I’m a sophomore. In college…
I’m trying to transfer schools. I don’t really have to take the ACT, my top 2 transfer choices don’t consider the scores in admission. But I’ve always wanted to ace the test, then try and transfer to a really good school. Also, my boss bought me prep materials and the test. So I don’t (really) have anything to lose.
My only opportunity cost would be time. I’m in the last 3 weeks of school. Finals are coming. I have a chance to pull straight As this semester, but I need to be diligent and pay attention. Idk if it’s possible to study and take the test.
tl;dr Do I have time to get a 30+, if I was scoring 25 before? What should I do?
Your boss paid for this. What are you going to say if you don’t take it? Will you reimbures your boss for the money that was spent?
Sit down and make a study plan for the rest of the term that includes a certain amount of ACT prep time, and that accounts for the morning you will be taking the test. I expect that you can fit everything in.
I didn’t think this was important for the main idea of the post, but I should of clarified for understanding:
a) I had a summer internship with an professional development budget and I used it for this test. No strings attached, but of course it would be a great shame to miss the test.
b) Technically, my boss didn’t pay for it and isn’t my current boss. But we still are close and I’m sure she would ask about this.
My apologies for the misunderstanding. You have a sharp eye for detail @happymomof1. I love the nonchalant way you told me to prepare for the test (no sarcasm). Got to love that good ol’ protestant work ethic, eh? All jokes aside, I will concentrate my efforts now, and thank you for your response!
Don’t sacrifice a great GPA for a potentially good ACT score. College GPA is the single most important component of a transfer’s application, followed by essays, letters of recommendation, and then, possibly, test scores.
While you should definitely take the exam, I wouldn’t sweat it if you don’t reach the 30+ mark. There are much more important facets to your application.
It is possible to make a large jump in test scores, but it’s not so much as the amount of time that you study, it’s HOW you study.
From your post history, I see that you originally received a 23 on the ACT. If you want to jump 7+ points on the ACT, you’ll have to seriously sit down and analyze test taking strategies, possibly content review, etc.