Retaking the ACT or SAT?

Seniors, some of you may want, (or need), to retake the ACT or SAT.  Here are some reasons why:

• You only took the ACT without writing, and now you find that a college requires the writing section.

• You are hoping to raise your score a bit and you prepared over the summer, or you will take a prep course early this fall.

• A college test score average is just over your score and you want to try again, just in case.

• You took the test last year, but you were not feeling well or had a lot going on.

• You qualified as a National Merit Semi-Finalist and you did not take the SAT last year. (They require you to take it once to verify your PSAT score.)

• You have found a scholarship that has a test score requirement and you want to improve your chances. 

• Your parents are nagging you to take it again and you want to calm them down!

Why you might NOT want to retake the ACT or SAT:

• You are applying to a highly selective college that requires you to send all scores…and your current score already puts you in a good place.

• You have already taken the test 5 times …… really?  Focus on your grades!

• You are over-stressed about testing and your scores are just fine; no need to add to the stress of senior year.

• Your score is already quite impressive.

If you are unsure about the need to retake a test, talk to an experienced college counselor.  We can help you at Ravinia College Consultants and offer smaller hourly packages, as well as full comprehensive services.