SAT vs
ACT vs. SAT
Comparison
The two widely used college admissions tests are the ACT and the SAT. Many colleges accept either one, but it is important to check on the policy at the colleges you are considering.
Your scores on the ACT or the SAT can be important but, generally, they are not as important as your high school transcript. Most often, admissions counselors will use your test scores to supplement your transcript or help them interpret it.
If you are planning on attending a community college, no ACT or SAT is required.
|ACT | | SAT |
|Science, Math, Reading, English, Writing | |Critical Reading, Math, Writing |
|Accepted Nationally | |Accepted Nationally |
|Curriculum-based (take what you have learned in class and apply it| |Reasoning (take what you have learned in class, manipulate it, and|
|to the test) | |reason with it on the test) |
|No penalty for guessing | |Penalty for wrong answers |
|Basic fee (+ Writing): $47.00 | |Basic fee (includes Writing): $45.00 |
|Writing Essay: Optional | |Writing Essay: Mandatory |
|Writing Essay: 30 minutes | |Writing Essay: 25 minutes |
|Perfect Score: 36 | |Perfect Score: 2400 |
The best way to register for these admissions tests is online. It is fast and easy, and it helps you avoid late fees or missed postmark deadlines. ACT registration may be completed at and SAT registration at .
Admissions tests are generally taken in the spring of your junior year. Students may test again if they do not receive a score that satisfies the requirements at the colleges that interest them.
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