School Code: 160660
So what do college admissions offices look for when evaluating your test scores? Each college and university are different in what they look for when analyzing your results from the ACT and/or SAT. It is important that when researching colleges of interest you stay in close contact with their admissions offices to know what requirements, if any they have for scores and whether they require one test or the other.
*It should be noted that nearly all schools accept both tests as college entrance examinations. So what are these tests? The SAT and ACT are two competing examinations for college entrance. The SAT is more popular in the eastern half of our country, and the ACT is typically used in the western half. This is typically because of where their respective headquarters are located. Click here for a comparison of the two tests. In addition you'll see some information regarding the PSAT which has some benefits for both the ACT and SAT, however is never seen by colleges and universities. |
Get more information for the Practice SAT (PSAT) at the College Board site. CFHS offers the test in October to Sophomores and Juniors who show interest. More information to follow on website, newsletter and Schoology.
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The ACT is a standardized test to assess college readiness and high school achievement. Most colleges use it as an entrance exam to make admissions decisions. .
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Starting in March 2016 a new SAT was designed and administered to students. Read more about this test on the College Board website. You can schedule future dates, find out deadlines, and take a practice test.
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For students interested in attending a community college, the Accuplacer test ensures the students' placement in the correct classes. The Accuplacer is available for students to take at CFHS after 12/1/2016. CFHS students may also take the Accuplacer to enroll in Hawkeye Concurrent Classes taught at CFHS.
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