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SAT to ACT Score Converter

Colleges and universities treat the SAT and ACT equally for undergraduate admissions, using official concordance tables to compare applicants across test types.

Choose which test score you are starting with.

Enter 400–1600 for SAT, or 1–36 for ACT.

Calculated Result
ACT 29

Concordant Score

Equivalent ACT Composite

29

Original Score

1350 (SAT)

Approximate Percentile

~79th percentile

Calculation Breakdown

  1. Official Concordance MappingBased on College Board and ACT joint psychometric concordance tables, an SAT score of 1350 translates to approximately ACT 29.

SAT to ACT Score Concordance Benchmark Points

Interactive visualization based on your current inputs

ACT Equivalent
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What Is the SAT to ACT Score Converter?

An SAT to ACT score converter cross-translates results between the two major US college entrance exams.

How Does the SAT to ACT Score Converter Work?

Applies joint psychometric concordance tables published by the College Board and ACT Inc.

SAT to ACT Score Converter Formula & Variables

The core mathematical equation utilized by this calculator is expressed as:

Concordance: Official College Board & ACT Joint Research Tables

Uses empirical psychometric percentile matching from nationwide testing cohorts.

How to Use the SAT to ACT Score Converter

  1. Choose whether you have an SAT or ACT score and enter your composite result.

Step-by-Step Example Calculation

SAT Score 1350 to ACT

Input Values:

inputType:sat
score:1350

Understanding Your Result

Shows the equivalent concordant composite score on the other exam along with national percentile context.

Factors That Affect the Result

  • Percentile curve distribution differences between math/verbal weighting.

When Should You Use This Calculator?

  • Deciding which exam to retake, building balanced college application lists, and meeting scholarship eligibility thresholds.

Assumptions & Limitations

  • Reflects composite concordances; sub-score section mappings may vary slightly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Calculation Accuracy & Reference Note

Official College Board and ACT Concordance Study.

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