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ACT and SAT Scores Decline Year After Year

Peterson's Blog

ACT and SAT scores decline across the U.S. Standardized tests, like the SAT and ACT, are used to determine academic readiness and skills for entering university. Current Data on ACT & SAT Scores Decline ACT —In 2024, average ACT composite scores were 19.4 compared to 19.5 1024 2023 19.5

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Pros and Cons of Standardized Testing for College Admissions (SAT and ACT)?

Spark Admissions

Some argue that students undergo too much testing: by their high schools, by the state, for college admissions, etc. Others argue that standardized tests, such as the SAT and the ACT, are the only fair way to evaluate student achievement. Yet, these tests have changed.

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Columbia University Becomes Permanently Test-Optional with No SAT/ACT Requirement

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In March 2023, Columbia University announced that it would permanently drop the SAT/ACT requirement for undergraduate admissions. Columbia, however, is the first Ivy League school to drop the SAT/ACT requirement permanently. Ultimately, SAT/ACT scores are just one part of the college admissions process.

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Columbia University Becomes Permanently Test-Optional with No SAT/ACT Requirement

Spark Admissions

In March 2023, Columbia University announced that it would permanently drop the SAT/ACT requirement for undergraduate admissions. Columbia, however, is the first Ivy League school to drop the SAT/ACT requirement permanently. Ultimately, SAT/ACT scores are just one part of the college admissions process.

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The Difference Between SAT and ACT

road2college

One of the questions parents frequently ask is whether students should take the SAT or ACT. The post The Difference Between SAT and ACT appeared first on Road2College. I always respond that.

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To Test or Not To Test in 2023-24? Deciding if you want to go Test-Optional

Ivy Central

Recently, Columbia University was the first Ivy League to no longer require SAT/ACT testing as of 2023-24 and will be test-optional permanently. Test-blind means that a college or university will not consider your SAT/ACT score as part of their evaluation process even if you submit them. Start today!

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Brown Reinstates SAT/ACT Requirement

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Starting in fall 2024, Brown University will require students to submit SAT or ACT scores. Brown becomes the third Ivy League school, following Yale and Dartmouth, to reinstate standardized testing requirements. The university also announced it will continue to offer an Early Decision option and maintain legacy preferences.

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