ACT/SAT/SAT II dilemma - 2 Q's

hville7
Wed, 17 Jul 2013 16:20:43 +0000

I got a 36/29/36/33 for a 34 on my first ACT also. The 29 on math made me feel very insecure, since I plan on going into engineering and am very strong in math. I retook a second time after doing two more practice math sections and got a 35/35/36/35 for a composite of 35. A much more well-rounded score and it put my nerves at ease. If she’s not looking at a major that’s math related, however, I would just keep the 34.

As for subject tests, I took them even though I didn’t take the SAT. Most of the schools only require them for SAT takers (if at all), but some RECOMMEND them for everyone. You’ll have to take a look at specific college requirements. If they recommend taking subject tests for everyone, I would. If they don’t specifically suggest that every applicant submit them, I wouldn’t worry about taking them.

I wish your daughter luck!