Many students are faced with the choice of taking the SAT or ACT, and the recent changes to the SAT make this decision even more complicated. The infographic below compares the new digital SAT and the ACT, so that you can see the similarities and differences between these two important tests.
The best way to determine which test is right for you is to take a practice test for each. We offer full-length practice tests for both the digital SAT and the ACT. Get started for free today.
Originally published on April 3, 2023. Updated on June 21, 2024.
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