Liberty High School
Which Test is Right for You?
Notice For Juniors and Seniors
SAT and ACT - Test Optional information for Class of 2022
Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, many colleges are adjusting their requirements for SAT and ACT scores. The link below contains current information regarding admissions changes for many of the colleges where Liberty students apply. We will update this information as colleges respond to our request for information.
Which Test is Right for You
SAT or ACT?
Do you know which test is right for you?
Colleges accept both tests equally, so the choice is up to you! Here's what you need to compare the exams.
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The SAT is more of an aptitude test, testing reasoning and verbal abilities. | The ACT is an achievement test, measuring what a student has learned in school. | |
Why Take It | Colleges use SAT scores for admissions and merit-based scholarships. | Colleges use ACT scores for admissions and merit-based scholarships. |
Test Structure |
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Reading | 5 reading passages | 4 reading passages |
Science | None | 1 science section testing your critical thinking skills (not your specific science knowledge) |
Math | Covers:
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Tools | Some math questions don't allow you to use a calculator. | You can use a calculator on all math questions. |
Essays | Optional. The essay will test your comprehension of a source text. | Optional. The essay will test how well you evaluate and analyze complex issues. |
How It's Scored | Scored on a scale of 400–1600 | Scored on a scale of 1–36 |
How to Register | www.collegeboard.com | www.act.org |