1. Standardized Testing

2. SAT vs. ACT At a glance, the two tests aren't that different.
Both the ACT and SAT are nationally recognized standardized tests and common admission requirements for US schools.
Each test measures students’ proficiency in various critical skill areas — such as problem solving and reading comprehension — that are necessary for college success.
Additionally, because all US colleges and universities accept scores from either the ACT or SAT, there's no advantage in taking one test over the other.

3. ACT SAT Total Time Order of Sections Time Per Section # of Questions
ACT
SAT
Total Time
2 hrs 55 mins without Writing 3 hrs 35 mins with Writing
3 hrs without Essay 3 hrs 50 mins with Essay
Order of Sections
1. English 2. Math 3. Reading 4. Science 5. Writing (optional)
1. Reading 2. Writing and Language 3. Math No Calculator 4. Math Calculator 5. Essay (optional)
Time Per Section
English: 45 mins Math: 60 mins Reading: 35 mins Science: 35 mins Writing (optional): 40 mins
Reading: 65 mins Writing and Language: 35 mins Math No Calculator: 25 mins Math Calculator: 55 mins Essay (optional): 50 mins
# of Questions
English: 75 questions Math: 60 questions Reading: 40 questions Science: 40 questions Writing (optional): 1 essay
Reading: 52 questions Writing and Language: 44 questions Math No Calculator: 20 questions Math Calculator: 38 questions Essay (optional): 1 essay
Scoring
Total score range: 1-36
Each section uses a scale of 1-36. Your total score is the average of your four section scores.
The optional Writing section uses a scale of 2-12 and does not count toward your final score.
Total score range:
The Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (EBRW) and Math sections each use a scale of   and are combined for a total score.
The optional Essay uses three separate scales of 1-8 and does not count toward your final score.
Cost
$42.50 without Writing $58.50 with Writing
$46 without Essay $60 with Essay
Who Accepts Scores?
Accepted by all colleges and universities in the US

4. Aptitude test
Has 3 components: Critical Reading, Math and Optional Writing
Score choice (best scores) policy is in effect
All colleges Superscore
Some colleges require you to send your entire testing record, even if that means sending not-so-great scores taken in high school.
When colleges specifically require you to send all of your scores, that means they are considering the lower scores as well. They aren't just looking for low scores and throwing your application out, but the higher all of your scores are, the better.

5. Achievement test
Has up to 5 components: English, Mathematics, Reading, Science and an Optional Writing Test
Students decide which set of scores they want to send (best composite scores)
Not many colleges Superscore the ACT
While the majority of colleges are fine with receiving just one ACT score date, there are many – including some high profile schools – that require your entire testing history

6. SAT Subject Test Selective colleges ask for these
Not required at majority of schools, approximately 85% do not
These are in addition to the SAT
One hour exam; all multiple choice questions
Likely Candidates from Iona Prep:
Honors average = 93, AP average = 90
ACT test at some colleges, can be sent in lieu of SAT Subject Tests (NYU, Boston College)
Most colleges require two. Some colleges require or recommend that you take SAT Subject Tests, especially if you’re applying to take specific courses or programs (Math 2 for Engineering)
Test Dates and Subject Dates can find Register at

7. TEST OPTIONAL
Accredited Colleges/Universities That Do Not Use ACT/SAT Scores to Admit 
Some schools might require an additional essay or interview if student goes test optional
Colleges will evaluate rigor of curriculum, grades and upward mobility
Sometimes Merit based scholarships are given differently to students who submit vs. students who do not submit test scores

8. Flexible Testing Policy
The policy does require you to send test scores, but it may allow for different options in place of the test. Some schools may waive the test requirement if you meet a minimum GPA or are applying to a specific program. Other schools will allow you to send AP test scores or SAT Subject Test scores in lieu of the general SAT/ACT. Their rationale is that these scores may demonstrate subject mastery and thus reveal your own particular academic interests and motivations.

9. Flexible Testing Policy
Schools (NYU) might offer that applicant's send results from one of the following:
SAT (with or without writing)
ACT (with or without writing)
Three SAT Subject Test scores*
Three AP exam scores*
Since the specifics of test flexible policies may vary from school to school, you should check with your colleges of interest to make sure you are fulfilling the application requirements. This information should be available on each school’s admission website.
Flexible Testing Policy

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