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SAT FAQ’s ACTHighest Score
2400National Average
1500
What is the scoringlike?
Highest Score36
National Average21
3 Hours, 45 Minutes How long is it? 3 Hours, 30 Minutes
Critical Reading : Two - 25 min. sectionsOne - 20 min. section
Math: Two - 25 min. sectionsOne - 20 min. section
Writing: One - 25 min. essay
One - 25 min. sectionOne - 10 min. section
Experimental: (looks like any other section)
One - 25 min. sectionVerbal OR Math OR Reading
What sections are included on
the test and how is the test
structured?
English:One - 45 min. section
Math:One - 60 min. section
Reading:One - 35 min. section
Science: One - 35 min. section
*Optional Writing Test:(only required by some colleges)
One - 30 min. essay
Vocabulary, Reason and LogicEssay is Required
Science section is not includedWhat is different?
Based on courses taught in schoolEssay is optional
Science section is included
Algebra II - Basic Geometry What is the highest level of math? Trigonometry
Most four-function, scientific, or graphing calculators
What types of calculators are allowed?
Most four function, scientific, or graphing calculators.
Not allowed: Casio- CFX 9970G; TI-89 and TI-92; HP-48GII, HP-40G or HP-49G
January, March or April, May, June, October, November, December When is it offered? February, April, June, September,
October, December
At least 4 weeks before the test date(to avoid additional fees) When should I register? At least 4 weeks before the test date
(to avoid additional fees)
CollegeBoardwww.collegeboard.org
Where can I get moreinformation?
ACT®
www.act.org
What is the difference?
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