AdmissionSight

MARCH 13, 2025

The ACT (American College Testing) is one of the most critical standardized tests for students aiming to gain admission to colleges and universities in the United States. Understanding how to calculate your ACT score is essential for evaluating your performance and improving your chances of getting into your desired institution.

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UGA Undergraduate Admissions Q & A

APRIL 7, 2025

Since the ACT is making some changes to their exam, I thought it best to give some updates on the ACT and redo a previous post about how UGA looks at the ACT. Starting in April 2025 (for the digital test) and September 2025 (for all tests), the ACT will make the Science section optional, and it will not be used in the Composite.

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Marks Education

APRIL 3, 2025

Class of 2025 Score Improvements For the last fifteen years, Marks Education has collected score improvement data for every test preparation student with whom we have worked for six or more tutoring sessions. Our score improvement data for the Class of 2025 is now in! Our score improvement data for the Class of 2025 is now in!

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CTK College Coach

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Where are CTK Class of 2025 students gaining admission in the early rounds this year? CTK College Coach What are the trends for early decision and early acceptance for Class of 2025 compared to outcomes in the last few years? Send any updated SAT or ACT test scores, if applicable. What's the difference?

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PrepScholar

AUGUST 12, 2024

This just in: changes to ACT testing are coming! The CEO of the ACT announced in July 2024 that students can expect major ACT changes beginning in spring 2025. So, what exactly will the biggest ACT test changes be?

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PrepScholar

OCTOBER 29, 2023

Future ACT dates are only confirmed a little more than a year in advance, but at PrepScholar, we've researched patterns from previous testing years to predict future ACT test dates. In this guide, we'll provide the confirmed and likely dates for 2024-2025, 2025-2026, and 2026-2027.

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Berkeley² Academy

MARCH 8, 2025

The 2024-2025 college admissions season is coming to a close. Over 90,000 students applied for Fall 2025 admission, compared to 72,885 students the previous year. Students submitting SAT or ACT scores to meet the standardized testing requirement may still report AP/IB exams as usual. What to know to set yourself up for success!

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Peterson's Blog

APRIL 1, 2025

While a standardized test like the ACT is significant, the tools you need to demolish test-day stress are within reach with an ACT practice test online. Targeted practice can help you achieve your highest ACT score. Improve your ACT prep test score and beat test-day stress so colleges look fondly at your application.

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College Transitions

MARCH 18, 2025

In the past, prospective college applicants had just two choices regarding standardized testingtaking the SAT or sitting for the ACT. When comparing the SAT and ACT, colleges do not favor one test over another. Rather, highly selective colleges are […]

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Top Tier Admissions

JULY 18, 2024

In the ever-evolving landscape of college admissions, the ACT has made bold moves to redefine its role and stay ahead of the competition, particularly the Digital SAT. New changes announced to the ACT will not only make it more popular but could also challenge the dominance of the Digital SAT. Here’s why.

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BestColleges

JULY 18, 2024

Students will have the option to take the science portion of the ACT, similar to the optional writing portion. The new ACT will roll out online in spring 2025 and in school in spring 2026. The science section requirement is being removed from the ACT, and the test will be shorter to be more flexible and manageable for students.

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Their 2025 rankings place UC San Diego high on the list: Category Score Research Quality 97.4 UC San Diegos 2025 rankings are as follows: Category Ranking QS World University Ranking #72 QS WUR Ranking By Subject #10 QS Sustainability Ranking #288 Academic Reputation Score 89.3 Industry Influence 100 Overall Score 79.9 Youll need a 3.0

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 22, 2025

In this blog, well break down the University of Virginias 2025 rankings and what they mean for you. In 2025, the University of Virginia ranked 163rd in the world with an overall score of 60.9. UVA is test-optional, but if you choose to submit scores, they will superscore your SAT/ACT (considering only the highest section scores).

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Spark Admissions

APRIL 11, 2023

In March 2023, Columbia University announced that it would permanently drop the SAT/ACT requirement for undergraduate admissions. The decision by Columbia to abandon the SAT/ACT requirement represents a significant milestone in the ongoing debate around standardized testing in higher education and in the overall future of college admissions.

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Spark Admissions

APRIL 11, 2023

In March 2023, Columbia University announced that it would permanently drop the SAT/ACT requirement for undergraduate admissions. The decision by Columbia to abandon the SAT/ACT requirement represents a significant milestone in the ongoing debate around standardized testing in higher education and in the overall future of college admissions.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 20, 2025

This year, Ivy Day will be on Thursday, March 27, 2025. When Is Ivy Day in 2025? When Is Ivy Day in 2025? By that calculation, Ivy Day 2025 will likely be Thursday, March 27, 2025, at 7 pm Eastern time. How does Ivy Day 2025 compare to previous dates? For 2025, Ivy Day is expected to be Thursday, March 27.

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Discovery College Consulting

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Not only are today’s high school students being affected by frequent changes in colleges’ testing policies (as described in a recent blog post ), they also have another upcoming change to contend with: next year, the ACT will switch to a digital format, in addition to undergoing other alterations.

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College Transitions

MARCH 23, 2025

In an ideal world, ACT scores would come out on the same day you sat for the exam. In reality, ACT test-takers will have to endure a wait that could last anywhere from […] For many teens that would alleviate a good deal of stress, nerves, and sleepless nights in the weeks that follow testing day.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 2, 2025

Category Score World University Ranking 2025 #31 Research Quality 97.8 Heres how Northwestern ranks overall, by subject, and in sustainability: Category Rank QS World University Ranking 2025 #50 QS WUR Ranking By Subject #10 QS Sustainability Ranking #252 These scores break down the different factors that make Northwestern a top university.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 2, 2025

Here are the Princeton-specific questions for 2024-2025 : Academic prompts For A.B. I learned that even small acts of service can have a big impact and that empathy is the foundation of effective community engagement Connect to Princeton. Princeton Supplemental Essay Prompts How to Write the Princeton Supplemental Essay #1 (A.B.

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Excelsior Admissions Consulting

JULY 22, 2024

Changes to the ACT test were announced earlier this week. These changes will roll out at national test centers in spring of 2025 and for school-day testing in spring of 2026. For now, students planning to apply to selective colleges should continue preparing for the science section if they are taking the ACT.

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 23, 2025

This year, Ivy Day will likely be Thursday, March 27, 2025. When Is Ivy Day in 2025? When Is Ivy Day in 2025? By that calculation, Ivy Day 2025 will likely be Thursday, March 27, 2025, at 7 pm Eastern time. How does Ivy Day 2025 compare to previous dates? What Is Ivy Day? Frequently Asked Questions 1.

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HelloCollege

JULY 17, 2024

The ACT is undergoing major changes. Earlier this week, the CEO of ACT, Janet Goodwin, announced plans to adapt the test to better meet the needs of students and educators, namely through increased flexibility and a shorter test. Shorter Test Duration The new ACT will be significantly shorter in both time and the number of questions.

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AdmissionSight

DECEMBER 4, 2024

2026 55,000 6% 2025 56,333 5.7% 2025 48,371 4.2% 2025 7,962 15% 2024 6,453 19.7% According to UPenn’s 2023-2024 Common Data Set, the mid-50% SAT range for admitted students is 1500–1570, with the ACT range sitting at 34–35. Think 1550+ on the SAT or 35 on the ACT. 2027 59,465 5.9% 2024 42,205 8.1% 2023 44,960 7.4%

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

For Fall 2025 applicants, Cornell remains test-optional, giving students the choice to submit SAT or ACT scores. Cornell Standardized Testing Policy Cornell SAT Requirements Cornell ACT Requirements Should You Submit Your Test Scores? Score-free colleges for Fall 2025 Applying to one of these schools?

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Top Tier Admissions

OCTOBER 26, 2024

The admitted class had an average SAT score of 1490 and an average ACT score of 33. Tulane will be test-optional again for Fall 2025 admission. Top Tier Admissions is tracking the 2024-2025 supplemental essay prompts for all top schools here — we look forward to supporting you ! It’s a variation of the classic “Why Us?”

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AdmissionSight

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

According to the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025 , Dartmouth is ranked #168 globally, which is impressive considering the thousands of universities worldwide. QS World University Rankings In the QS World University Rankings 2025 , Dartmouth is ranked #243 globally. SAT/ACT scores. Overall 60.7

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 20, 2025

2025 55,471 3.9% Submitting SAT or ACT scores is optional for the 202425 cycle. ACT or SAT scores (optional). If your SAT or ACT scores are in the 99th percentile (1520 on the SAT, 34 on the ACT), they could demonstrate your academic capabilities and provide an additional data point in a highly competitive applicant pool.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 12, 2025

For 2025, Boston College lands in the 251300 range in THEs World University Rankings. Boston College is ranked in the 631640 range in the QS World University Rankings 2025. You dont have to submit SAT or ACT scores, but you can send them in if you think theyll help your application. Research Environment 32.3 Research Quality 85.3

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Great College Advice

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

The FAFSA typically opens on October 1 but for 2024-2025 it opens on December 1 (although they are now accepting applications in late November). Check Your FAFSA Submission Summary As of the 2024-2025 college admissions cycle, what was known as the Student Aid Report is now called the FAFSA Submission Summary.

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AdmissionSight

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

As a high school student, you’re probably no stranger to big tests like AP exams, the PSAT, or the SAT and ACT. Here’s some good news: more colleges than ever are making the SAT and ACT optional. For fall 2025 admissions, over 2,000 four-year colleges in the U.S. What Are the Best Test Optional Colleges in 2025?

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AdmissionSight

APRIL 7, 2025

In 2025, Tufts University ranked #344. Submit SAT/ACT scores only if they add value to your application. At Tufts, a strong test score typically falls between 14701530 on the SAT or 3335 on the ACT. Tufts has the following scores across nine key areas: Category Score Academic Reputation 16.9 Employer Reputation 7.7 Test scores.

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Admissions.Blog

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Dartmouth College Dartmouth College has announced that it will yet again require high school students to share either an SAT or ACT score as part of their application for admission. The change takes effect for students applying for Fall 2025 admission (those students who will begin their applications in Summer or Fall 2024).

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College Transitions

AUGUST 29, 2024

Planning when you will take standardized tests is an important part of any college admissions strategy.

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 11, 2025

2026 110,189 42% 2025 105,850 49.4% Good news: unlike many other schools, UC Davis doesnt require SAT/ACT scores or recommendation letters as part of your application. The fall 2025 transfer application deadline has been extended to January 15, 2025. 2027 109,350 41.9% 2024 78,100 38.9% Submit your application on time.

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The Koppelman Group

JANUARY 22, 2025

If you are considering submitting a transfer application to Yale for the fall of 2025, the odds are not in your favor. They also have great scores, but it doesnt need to be the SAT or ACT although it can be. Yale requires scores, but they offer a few options , including SAT, ACT, AP, and IB. They accepted 18. acceptance rate.

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Ivy Central

MARCH 22, 2023

Admission Acceptance Rate Columbia is known for its highly selective admissions process for the Class of 2025, Columbia received a record-high 60,551 applications and admitted 2,214 students for an acceptance rate of 3.6% Columbia students are not much bothered about sports or cheering on their team.

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