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futuredoc44

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What are you all shooting for? I've taken the SAT twice and my ACT once, my junior year. So I still have time to take them again. But I was just curious what everyone's take on it was.
 
I'm looking for a 1275 or higher on CR+M. The place I want to apply to doesn't really care for writing so it's good for me I guess.

I am taking it this one last time in October to see if I meet my goals, if not, hopefully it won't make my appy look like shiz.

What are you aiming for?
 
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dang you guys are crazy.. Lol I was happy with not studying and getting a 1800.. awk
 
IF I take it again, I'm shooting for a 31+ on the ACT. I should've had over that last time if it wasn't for my horrific math score (22) 😎
 
Jpatel2018 said:
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I can't even remember my scores lol.

I do know my ACT was a grand slam (29-31). SAT....ehh (1600-1700)

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BioBeaver said:
A 29 is a grand slam? I would think 33+ lol
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I'd have to disagree. A 30 (just found my scorecard) was huge at my school. Especially with the fact that it was in the Top 5% in a 4A High school. Besides, The average ACT score is 21. I'm extremely happy with a 30. 33+ would Jimmy Neutron level :laugh:
 
Solomon said:
I'd have to disagree. A 30 (just found my scorecard) was huge at my school. Especially with the fact that it was in the Top 5% in a 4A High school. Besides, The average ACT score is 21. I'm extremely happy with a 30. 33+ would Jimmy Neutron level :laugh:
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Nice dude! I got a 29.... I'm more like Jimmy's friend Carl lol :laugh:
 
Jpatel2018 said:
I'm looking for a 1275 or higher on CR+M. The place I want to apply to doesn't really care for writing so it's good for me I guess.

I am taking it this one last time in October to see if I meet my goals, if not, hopefully it won't make my appy look like shiz.

What are you aiming for?
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I'm probably the worst standardized test taker. I received a 1820 on SAT, along with a 27 on my ACT. I'm currently looking at the University at Buffalo, and that's about the 50th percentile. I have about 200 shadowing hours, and lots of extras. So I might take the ACT again, but I'm thinking of just leaving my SAT at the moment. I hold a 4.0 with good AP scores, but when it comes to the ACT and SAT, I'm weak.
 
BioBeaver said:
Nice dude! I got a 29.... I'm more like Jimmy's friend Carl lol :laugh:
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Ha! I like Carl Though! 👍 😀

Seriously though, I'd be extremely happy with a 29. I've heard of guys getting into college with just a 28 ACT alone!

futuredoc44 said:
I'm probably the worst standardized test taker. I received a 1820 on SAT, along with a 27 on my ACT. I'm currently looking at the University at Buffalo, and that's about the 50th percentile. I have about 200 shadowing hours, and lots of extras. So I might take the ACT again, but I'm thinking of just leaving my SAT at the moment. I hold a 4.0 with good AP scores, but when it comes to the ACT and SAT, I'm weak.
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Well if you're the worst "standardized test taker", it sure doesn't show. An 1820 SAT + 27 ACT is really good. Don't sell yourself short.

With a 4.0, 200+ shadowing hours, Some AP's thrown in there, AND A 4.0 GPA???

I WISH my app. looked that good :laugh:
 
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Solomon said:
Ha! I like Carl Though! 👍 😀

Seriously though, I'd be extremely happy with a 29. I've heard of guys getting into college with just a 28 ACT alone!
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👍 same. my high school wasn't that serious. we were seriously happy with a 28.
 
Solomon said:
Ha! I like Carl Though! 👍 😀

Seriously though, I'd be extremely happy with a 29. I've heard of guys getting into college with just a 28 ACT alone!



Well if you're the worst "standardized test taker", it sure doesn't show. An 1820 SAT + 27 ACT is really good. Don't sell yourself short.

With a 4.0, 200+ shadowing hours, Some AP's thrown in there, AND A 4.0 GPA???

I WISH my app. looked that good :laugh:
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You're too sweet! Thank you. I hope the admissions board thinks that too. Thanks for your input.
 
18> May want to retake
19-23 Average Score
23-26 Good
27-29 Great
30+ Excellent

I got a 29. I'm perfectly happy with it.
 
Giving the ACT is September... Hoping for a 33+ (It's ok to be optimistic)
 
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Am I the only one who thought that the ACT was a test that couldn't effectively be studied for?
 
Well I never made the attempt for either because I'm lazy/a procrastination master/ninja. But yeah, I hated the ACT. It needs to die.
 
Both tests are a waste of time.

Changing topics,
I just finished watching Jack Reacher(2012).
I think I fell in love with lawyers.

Continue the discussion.
 
I took a practice test or two and I'm around low 1900s (as a freshman).... MY goal is a 2300!!! Am I on track for that or above?
 
lol, just keep studying. We can't tell you you'll score a 2300+, because it's gotta be in the 95+ percentile (googled it and something said its the 99+ percentile, soooo..) . But yeah I will say a 1900 as a freshman is really good.
 
Tolbert said:
lol, just keep studying. We can't tell you you'll score a 2300+, because it's gotta be in the 95+ percentile (googled it and something said its the 99+ percentile, soooo..) . But yeah I will say a 1900 as a freshman is really good.
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2360 but it was the first year of the new scoring system, so I don't know if that counts. No studying, though...I forgot I was taking it, actually, until I got an email the night before! Also, that just...wasn't a thing at my HS. I seriously didn't know ANYone who studied for the SAT. Never took the ACT though, because I already had a good SAT and ~10 AP scores to show that I could do well on a knowledge based test (the SAT was more of a 'are you good at test-taking' test).
 
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dang that's insane.. I personally also don't know anyone who studied, but apparently people do according to "college confidential" (when I was applying to schools i know, shamed -.-) and i guess it helps? Idk for sure, don't really care at this point either lol
 
I studied and it definitely helped! Standardized tests really suck, but they're the only way that colleges can look at all applicants on a level playing field. To everyone who is saying they aren't going to study, I would seriously consider it. Once you get the formula of the SAT down, it's WAY easier to get a good score!
 
I'm aiming for a 24+ on the act.. I honestly don't really care I am just making the requirements for my college ^-^ I've been studying a bit for it and I'm taking it September 21! If it is any test I will be dead serious about it'll be the Pcat 🙂 But anyways best of luck to you:luck:
 
why are some people taking/studying for both the sat and act? Isn't that a waste of time if colleges only require one? Which ones, if any, require both?
 
I'll just stick with the SAT.. I might take an ACT practice test and if the score is a lot more than my SAT one, then I'll switch...

Which one is easier to study/improve your score?
 
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Now that I see this thread I remembered that next year I have to take my college admission tests. This year I'll have to study so hard. :scared:
 
Ok, Mr. Fan of the Yankees who are paying A-rod $25 million a year. Since you're the smartest kid on earth, I'll listen to you...

but Did I ever say I was going to study for the SAT as a freshmen? there's a difference between studying and taking 2 practice tests.

#JetertheCripple
 
I've been told that the SAT is easier to study for, but I think it depends on the individual. Personally, I only studied for the SAT, and I honestly think anyone studying for both is wasting their time ahaha. However, I did take the ACT, and my scores were good enough to warrant sending them to colleges. Definitely worth taking them both!
 
californicati0n said:
I've been told that the SAT is easier to study for, but I think it depends on the individual. Personally, I only studied for the SAT, and I honestly think anyone studying for both is wasting their time ahaha. However, I did take the ACT, and my scores were good enough to warrant sending them to colleges. Definitely worth taking them both!
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See, I specifically chose the SAT because it required ZERO studying, so I can't imagine taking both AND studying for both :laugh: Then again, I never studied at all in HS, unless you count 1day of cramming for each AP exam!
 
aspiringdoc123 said:
Ok, Mr. Fan of the Yankees who are paying A-rod $25 million a year. Since you're the smartest kid on earth, I'll listen to you...

but Did I ever say I was going to study for the SAT as a freshmen? there's a difference between studying and taking 2 practice tests.

#JetertheCripple
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lol

Comments like yours just make me so glad I didn't know this website existed until senior year. Get off the computer Mr. Keyboard Warrior and go waste your high school life studying an SAT book. If it takes you 3 years to prepare for the SAT I have bad news for you come MCAT time, assuming you don't burn yourself out by then.
 
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