SAT or ACT... the dilemma

drusba
Fri, 03 Sep 2010 10:21:45 +0000

Colleges readily take either SAT or ACT w/writing (some don’t require writing but you should assume you will need it for any higher ranked colleges) so either is fine. However, submitting ACT does not mean you can escape taking SAT subject tests. As to subject tests, majority of colleges neither require nor use them for admission; however, most high ranks do. For some of those if you submit ACT you do not have to submit subject tests but for others subject tests are still required. Go to the following site for a list of colleges that require, recommend, or consider subject tests: [Compass: Admissions Requirements](SAT Subject Test Requirements and Recommendations - Compass Education Group) .In the required column you will see the number of subject tests required by colleges. If the number has an * next to it that means the college will take the ACT in lieu of both the SAT and SAT subject tests; if there is no * you must still submit subject tests even if you submit ACT. Be aware that Rice should now have an * next to the number. Also, be aware that when you apply to college, the University of California schools will no longer require subject tests: