When should I NOT send a low test score - even to state flagship schools?

You might consider applying to Truman State. They are part of MSEP (MSEP amount for 2022-2023 academic year is estimated at $3,677. MSEP award value, determined annually, reduces out-of-state tuition to 150% of in-state tuition rate, with this scholarship covering the difference).

Here is link to their auto merit aid charts. It does look like your 23 ACT would garner merit if your GPA were higher, but I don’t think it is possible to change it that much at this point.

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