Which ACT score (or both) should I send?

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<p>I am applying to good schools, such as UChicago, Cal Poly, USC, Boston U. (I'm talking to their coaches for sports, so I may get help)</p>

<p>I don't want to waste money sending both scores to colleges since it has the same composite..but I am really unsure due to my alarmingly low math score (which apparently doesn't reach the college readiness benchmark.) Obviously I am strong in english and weak in math, but which would be more appropriate to send? Because my scores are higher in almost everything in the Oct. date, besides math.</p>

<p>June ACT:</p>

<p>Composite: 28
Reading: 32
English:32
Science: 24
Math:24
English/Writing: 29 (8)</p>

<p>Oct ACT:
Composite: 28
Reading: 34
English: 31
Science:29
Math: 18
English/Writing: 30 (writing 9)</p>

<p>Thank you so much!</p>

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<p>It depends on the school and how they evaluate ACT scores. Some will look at all scores and (unofficially) recalculate a composite. In that case, it would be in your best interest to send both.</p>

<p>But some schools, like Johns Hopkins, only look at the highest composite from a single sitting. In that situation, I would recommend sending the first score. I say that because a math score of 18 could very likely be a red flag. So look at the school’s specific policy and make the decision that would portray you in the best light.</p>