<p>I have taken the SAT three times. First a 16, then a 17, and my latest was a 1680. I have superscored to get a 173, but simply cannot reach the 18's.</p>
<p>Should I take it again to see if I can atleast get it in the 1800s? Even with three attempts is this kind of jump possible? or should I take the ACT instead?</p>
<p>Take SAT again and not ACT.</p>
<p>If you want to improve score.</p>
<p>You can apply to many universities with these score. There are many universities that accept lower scores than yours.</p>
<p>I mean your scores are not low, they are OK.</p>
<p>I disagree with harshal76. Try the ACT. Some people do better on one than the other.</p>
<p>I was saying that because you have known the pattern for SAT as you have taken it 3 times. So, taking SAT again with more practice can increase your score to 1800 or 2000. As AnaranthineD said some people do better on one than other and you are not doing bad on SAT.</p>
<p>I would try the act, but do practice tests that are timed to practice. One of the keys to doing well on the ACT is to use your time well. Many students don’t even finish the test sections. Remember, on the ACT it is best to have each question answered. On the SAT it is best not to guess on questions you have no idea on.</p>
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<p>Most schools score choice so they won’t even know how many times you’ve taken the SAT. Since you’re going for 1800+, I would recommend taking it a 4th time instead of trying something new. Good luck!</p>
<p>Do try a few ACT practice tests first to see if you do better in it. The fact that you did not see any improvement in SAT may indicate either you are not doing any preparation in between attempts or you have already reached your plateau score. You may give it another try, but it only makes sense if you do prepare for it and get a better practice score out of the preparation. It is not a lotto that you have a higher chance to get good score simply by retaking it. Statistics showed there is little improvement after the second or third attempt. I would definitely give ACT a try, but also only after some practice. Don’t waste your time or money. If you can’t get 1800+ in a full timed practice test taking at home comfortably, what makes you think you can do that at the test center.</p>
<p>You can try the ACT if you’re willing to put in the time to study for it. Take a practice test and if you score a 28 or higher then study more for the ACT. Really work on the science section because it is not on the SAT. </p>