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How long does it take for an ACT score to send to a college?

In general, colleges receive ACT scores 2-8 weeks after the test date (if you designated those schools when you registered).
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How quickly does ACT send scores to colleges?

Colleges typically receive ACT scores 2-8 weeks after your test date. Don't be worried if you don't receive your scores within the normal timeframe. It can take up to eight weeks for ACT scores to be released (though this is uncommon).
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How do I know if a college received my ACT scores?

If your college has given you a personal online account, you may be able to sign in to that site and see whether your scores have arrived. Otherwise, you can contact your college's admission office and ask.
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Are ACT scores mailed to you?

Most multiple-choice scores are available online approximately 2.5 weeks after the test date. Most writing scores are available a few weeks after that. Note that viewing scores online does not speed up the score reporting process; official score reports are mailed approximately three to eight weeks after the test date.
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Is 19 a good ACT score?

A good ACT score ranks you higher than the majority of test-takers. As such, any composite score above the 50th percentile, or 19-20, can be considered a solid score.
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Sending ACT Scores

Is 14 a bad ACT score?

Each section has a test score range of 1-36: Below Average Score Range: 1-16. Average Score Range: 17-24. Above Average Score Range: 25-36.
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Is 1200 a good ACT score?

For example, a score in the 75th percentile (approximately a 1200 on the SAT or a 24 on the ACT) would likely be strongly considered at most competitive colleges, while applicants scoring in the 90th percentile or higher (a 1350 on the SAT or a 29 on the ACT) would likely be well received even at highly competitive ...
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Do ACT scores send immediately?

In general, colleges receive ACT scores 2-8 weeks after the test date (if you designated those schools when you registered).
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Why do ACT scores take so long to send?

Why do ACT scores take so long to get? First of all, because of how many test-takers there are—literally millions! Because essays are graded by real people instead of computers, ACT writing scores take a bit longer as ACT sends, grades, coordinates, and posts your scores.
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Do ACT scores get automatically sent to colleges?

While we still automatically send your scores from the ACT test to the places you requested when you registered (including both your high school and college score recipients), something may have changed since then.
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Do colleges see all ACT attempts?

This means that, when you are sending scores to colleges, you have to choose which administration results you will send to them—and schools will not be able to see what you got on any other ACTs, or even if you took the ACT more than once.
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Do colleges look at GPA or ACT scores?

When it comes to the GPA and the ACT, students often wonder which one is more important. Although college admissions officers often say that they give much more weight to a student's GPA, even they will admit that your ACT score is of considerable importance.
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Do colleges see how many times you have taken the ACT?

Can colleges see how many times you take the ACT? They can only see what you send them. Though there are a few colleges that ask you send all your scores.
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Who sends ACT scores to colleges?

ACT sends score report data to the recipients you provided during registration; these include your high school and any institutions with college codes you provided. ACT also provides your scores through your web account.
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What happens when you send an ACT score to a college?

Send scores with your best section results to colleges that superscore the ACT. These schools will make a new composite score for you using your best English, Math, Reading, and Science scores from any ACTs you took.
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How long does the online ACT take to send scores?

Multiple choice scores are normally available two business days after testing for students taking the ACT test using computer-based testing. Writing scores are normally available about two to three weeks after your multiple-choice scores.
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How do I expedite my ACT scores to colleges?

Priority reports for the ACT cost $16.50 per test date per school. These are processed two days after the ACT receives your request, as opposed to a week after the request for regular score reports. Priority reports should reach your school within 3-4 business days of your request.
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Why haven't I received my ACT score yet?

For any students whose scores aren't released on that day, they should check back weekly. ACT scores are released on a weekly basis, and all of them should be out within eight weeks of your test date. Students who test outside the US usually have to wait about three weeks to see their multiple-choice scores.
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How much does it cost to send your ACT scores to a college?

You may select up to four colleges to send your scores for free when you register for the ACT. Additional colleges can also be selected for $16/each.
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Is the ACT easier than SAT?

The SAT is not harder than the ACT. Both tests vary slightly in terms of subjects covered and structure. These variations can affect each test-taker differently, making one exam more challenging than the other. Taking full-length practice tests of each type can help you determine which may be best suited for you.
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Can you send ACT scores before submitting application?

Yes, you can submit your ACT or SAT scores before you have submitted your application. Regular college applications are generally due on January 1st, so if you're already taking your exam at the end of your junior year, your scores will be ready well in advance anyway!
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Is 25 a good ACT score?

Scoring a 25 on the ACT is quite good! It means you're in the 78th percentile, which is better than 75% of other test-takers. So, you're ahead of most of your peers. If you aim higher and score around 30, you'd be outperforming 93% of your classmates, which is even more impressive.
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Is 15 a bad ACT score?

Scores below a 15 on the ACT are considered low at just about any four-year college. You can overcome low scores with a great GPA or an outstanding college application. But even if you're accepted, the school may ask you to take some remedial courses before enrolling.
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Is 37 a good ACT score?

So, to recap, compared to all test-takers:

ACT score < 16 = bottom 35% ACT score of 21 = right in the middle! (average score) ACT score of 24+ = top 25%
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How good is a 13 ACT score?

13 ACT Score Standings

Out of the 1.91 million test-takers, 1780773 scored the same or higher than you. You can apply to 2 colleges and have a good shot at getting admitted. You have a very low chance of getting into 1505 schools with this score.
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