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Should you set a Score Goal?
Summary
Setting a score goal for the ACT is highly recommended as it motivates students to study more effectively and can lead to significant improvements in percentile rankings.
- Setting an initial goal of improving your ACT score by three to four points is a realistic and motivating target.
- A three-point increase in your composite score can significantly boost your percentile ranking, demonstrating the impact of even modest score improvements.
- Setting higher goals for weaker areas (three to five points) compared to stronger areas can help achieve a more balanced score, which is often favored by schools and scholarship committees.
- Incrementally raising your goals, such as by two points after achieving initial targets, can facilitate continuous improvement.
- Leveraging resources like Magoosh's student help team for guidance when needed can enhance your study effectiveness and help address specific challenges.
Chapters
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The Importance of Setting a Score Goal
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Understanding the Impact of Score Improvements
03:50
Strategies for Setting and Achieving Score Goals
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Adjusting Goals for Continuous Improvement
