Taking ACT in Sept but have SAT ready to send. Should I wait to submit my application?

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I took the SAT last spring and didn’t do so hot. I am preparing for the ACT and will be taking it in September. Is it a bad idea to submit my current scores but check off that I am taking another test?

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Also, will the admissions committee wait to accept or reject me until they get my September ACT scores? Is it possible to be admitted even though I am taking another test?

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I heard most schools will hold off on applications that want to send later test scores and wait for the scores to be graded before they review it.

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@rightside24 As long as you have the date you took/will take your tests, feel free to go ahead and submit your application.

Best,
A Pitt Admissions Staffer

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@hailtopitt1787 I can start my application now and just have September ACT scores sent later? Will they wait to make my admissions/scholarship decision until the score comes in?

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@class0f2017, Yes. You can send the scores later. It will not negatively affect your admission/scholarship decision to apply now and send the scores later. If you would like to discuss further, please feel free to contact one of our Admissions Processors or Counselors: 412-624-7488 or oafa@pitt.edu.

(Our office is open M-F 8:30-5 p.m.)

Best,
A Pitt Admissions Staffer