Very happy with my 34! Retake or no?

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<p>First of all, I'm really happy to have gotten this score. I got 33, 35, 33, 34 as my subscores.</p>

<p>I am taking the subject tests in June, but with the deadline for the next ACT coming up very shortly, I'm not sure if I should retake the ACT?</p>

<p>I feel that I may be able to get a 35 composite, but I may just get another 34 or a 33. This is my first time taking the test, and I have gotten up to a 35/36 in each section during practice tests (so if I sit a NEAR PERFECT test, I could get a 35).</p>

<p>Would it be worth to try it again, or should I just focus on other things?</p>

<p>Is there any difference between a 34 or 35? Any expert opinions on this? What about for top 10 or top 20 schools? (HYP, ivies, NU, Duke, etc)?</p>

<p>Thanks for any help guys :)</p>

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<p>From 33 to 34 is less critical as from 32-33. It would be up to your schedule and if you need more practice or not.</p>

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<p>@ArenasField: Congratulations on your great score, especially on your first attempt. I think your time is better spent focusing on your AP tests, application essays, and extra-curricular activities. Good luck!</p>

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<p>Thanks for the replies</p>

<p>Does it matter if my writing score is really bad ? </p>

<p>What if my English score is below average for top schools ?</p>

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<p>If you have extra time, take it again. Keep in mind that an extra point or two will not change the likelihood of getting in. Schools want good enough.</p>

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<p>So will my score not be much worse compared to a 35(if I could get it )?</p>

<p>I’m leaning towards not taking it again</p>

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<p>How is the act? I’ve never taken it. (I did the sat once, got 2110)</p>

<p>I’d like a 35, the sat is too hard lol</p>

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<p>34 is more than good enough- it is within the mid 50 percent or even higher for all top schools. Save the money.</p>

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<p>-sigh- Typical CollegeConfidential thread. 2 points on a standardized test won’t make or break you when applying to top universities.</p>

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<p>Thanks for the replies . Sorry if I sounded like a d!ck … I just wanted to know what would be best for me .</p>

<p>Thank you</p>