SAT/ACT Score Converter

Convert between SAT and ACT scores to compare your results and find the right schools.

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About Score Conversion

This converter uses the official College Board concordance tables to provide approximate score equivalents. Individual college admission requirements may vary, and some schools prefer one test over the other.

Texas University Score Ranges

See typical admitted student score ranges for top Texas universities

Rice University

SAT1510-1570
ACT34-36

UT Austin

SAT1280-1500
ACT28-34

Texas A&M

SAT1170-1390
ACT25-31

Baylor University

SAT1210-1390
ACT26-31

SMU

SAT1330-1480
ACT30-34

TCU

SAT1190-1380
ACT26-31

Texas Tech

SAT1080-1280
ACT22-28

University of Houston

SAT1100-1300
ACT23-28

SAT vs ACT: Key Differences

SAT

  • • Score range: 400-1600
  • • 3 hours (plus optional essay)
  • • Evidence-Based Reading & Writing + Math
  • • Focus on reasoning and vocabulary
  • • Calculator allowed on most math
  • • No science section

ACT

  • • Score range: 1-36
  • • 2 hours 55 minutes (plus optional essay)
  • • English, Math, Reading, Science
  • • Focus on time management and content
  • • Calculator allowed on all math
  • • Includes science reasoning section

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