Should I submit both ACT and SAT scores?

Colleges and Universities A-Z Massachusetts Institute of Technology
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<p>I have taken both ACT and SAT tests. While I did pretty well on SAT (750/Math, 740/CR), I feel I should have easily gotten an 800, and made a careless mistake. However, my ACT score better reflects math/science (with 36 on both subscores, but the English on ACT was not great). Still, I feel that the ACT better reflects on my math ability, so should I just submit this score? I know I've read that MIT puts all test scores in best light of applicant, but I'm still worried that a 750 will not measure up to other applicants, and perhaps then it would be best to only submit ACT score?</p>

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<p>Your SAT scores are fine, but if you’re obsessing over this, just submit both for peace of mind.</p>

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This is what they do. They will use the ACT math and the SAT verbal, end of story. </p>

<p>That’s not to say that your SAT math score is problematic – sending the ACT score won’t really help you in terms of admissions, but it certainly won’t hurt to send both. It will never hurt you to send both.</p>

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<p>Thanks Mollie and CalAlum – sounds like both is the way to go then.</p>