I am a junior, and I have taken the ACT twice in high school so far, with composite scores of 29 and 32 on the first and second time, respectively. The first time I got a 24 on the Writing section, the second time a 10. I ran out of time and didn’t finish the second, but otherwise I don’t know why I scored so much lower the second time. Anyway, I’d like to know: how important the writing section is to selective or highly selective colleges? Will this sort of thing hold me back?
Are you talking about the essay section? Most schools don’t consider it. Some of the ones that do will consider it an alternative to an SAT Subject test. So, take a couple of Subject tests reduce the likelihood that it will be taken under consideration. Most importantly check the websites of the schools you are applying too to see what they require. Schools that superscore will take your higher essay score.
Yeah, it ultimately depends on the school. If they superscore, you’re fine; if not, you might consider taking the ACT again.