Which colleges accept ACT superscores?

Most four-year colleges that accept the ACT will use your superscore when it's higher than any single attempt. The ACT itself reports superscores to schools by default, but each school's admissions site is the authoritative source.

Is Science part of the ACT superscore?

No, not for tests taken in 2025 or later. Science still gets a section score, but it doesn't factor into the superscore calculation.

How can I raise my ACT superscore?

The superscore moves when the lowest of your three best section scores goes up. Picking that section and focusing your review on it is usually the fastest path. Our Complete ACT Review covers all four sections in about 24 hours of focused video.

Does the calculator save my results?

Yes. Once you send yourself your improvement plan, we save your attempts so you don't have to re-enter them. Come back any time to update scores after a new test.

Jumpstart Superscore Goal Calculator®

The free ACT® superscore calculator built by the team behind Jumpstart Test Prep. Enter your prior ACT attempts, see your superscore, and figure out exactly how to raise it before your next test date.

What is an ACT® superscore?

Your superscore is the average of your best English, Math, and Reading section scores across every ACT you've taken, rounded to the nearest whole point. Starting in 2025, Science is no longer part of the superscore.

Most colleges that accept the ACT will use your superscore on your application if it's higher than any single test attempt. That means a focused improvement on one section can lift the score colleges actually see.

Frequently asked questions

What is an ACT superscore?: The average of your best English, Math, and Reading section scores across every ACT you've taken, rounded to the nearest whole point.
Which colleges accept ACT superscores?: Most four-year colleges that accept the ACT will use your superscore when it's higher than any single attempt. The ACT itself reports superscores to schools by default, but each school's admissions site is the authoritative source.
Is Science part of the ACT superscore?: No, not for tests taken in 2025 or later. Science still gets a section score, but it doesn't factor into the superscore calculation.
How can I raise my ACT superscore?: The superscore moves when the lowest of your three best section scores goes up. Picking that section and focusing your review on it is usually the fastest path. Our Complete ACT Review covers all four sections in about 24 hours of focused video.
Does the calculator save my results?: Yes. Once you send yourself your improvement plan, we save your attempts so you don't have to re-enter them. Come back any time to update scores after a new test.

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