what was your score on the ACT's?

[Originalguy]

atta boy haha im definitely gonna be traveling. but back on topic the ACT and SAT scores play little in your college admissions

[Learjet45]

I will let you know in 2-7 weeks when I receive my score
Took the statewide (mandatory) ACT exam for high school juniors last Wednesday. They said 3-8 weeks to get scores, so I can tell you then

Anyways, good luck man! You could always try the SAT too. I know some schools really don't have a preference as to which you submit, or you can submit both. Some schools (I guess a lot of public schools here in CO) want you to submit an ACT score. As suggested, you can try prep books, prep classes, or just take it again. Not sure how long it's been since (or if) you've taken it (before), but it can really help to take it again ASAP so you keep the kinds of questions fresh in your mind.

If you do take the SAT, for comparison, I got a 1950. I'll let you know about my ACT score in a few weeks

@Originalguy: I don't think your ACT score is the only thing that caused you to not get in to CU Boulder or Mines. My school uses a website program thingy called Naviance where you can go online and see info of a bunch of different schools including the average score on tests and average GPA of students who were accepted from my school (Cherry Creek HS).
For CU Boulder: Average GPA of accepted students is about a 3.6-3.7 weighted from my school (national average isn't listed), and the average ACT score of accepted students (nationwide not just from my school) is a 28.
Mines is about 3.8-3.9 weighted GPA average and average ACT score is also a 28. I think it's more your GPA (and possibly extracurriculars) that held you back. There's always the option to apply to transfer. either way, GL next year!

[Originalguy]

oh no my act score was well enough into the average it was my gpa to get me denied but im saying the schools arent primarily concerned about your score its just something that will help make a decision but thanks for the gl wish man

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[alex_n/a]

I would check with the schools what their minimum testing score requirements are. Quick search shows 17 for ITT. Couldn't even find it listed as a requirement for the other schools you listed.

I say retake the ACT and see what your obligations are, do more research on schools and if hands on training is what you want then stay in that field.

I still have to check a few schools, I have like 5 career goals at the momment

I went to ITT, I hated every minute of it. Worst school I had ever been too. Highly recommend NOT going there. My brother went to Aims Communtiy College in Greeley for the same degree I went for at ITT. He got more hands on training than I did at less than half the cost for what I have to pay for. My school loans are well into the double digits for my two year degree. And if your lucky enough to find a teacher/counselor that actually cares about you and not just your money then your in way better hands than the group I went to school with. We started out 30 some in our class, at graduation there were only 10 of us. There online courses were the worst, take days for a teacher to respond to an email. By then assignment was due and you now turning it in late and only get half credit.

I have no idea what my SAT scores were. 11-12 years ago, hell I dont remember what I did yesterday! Just my two cents but I would definetly do a lot of research on the schools, especially ITT! Google ITT sucks, theres even youtube videos of people pissed off at that place! Good luck though, not trying to deterrent you from anything. Those decisions are always tough.

I'll look into that. I wouldn't mind driving up to Greeley if it's cheaper and better education. NOT a fan of Aurora and Denver anyway, except Greeley smells different lol

See if your school has a after-hours prep class offered.

Also, you can retake the test! You will have a world of experience going into it a second time.

I'm going to try and take it again soon. I was sick last time too

I don't know if 36 is still the max but it was when I was in high school and I got a 32. I would just retake it rather than settle for a lesser school after one attempt. Lots of people retake those tests and do better the second time around. If you haven't yet, get one of those study books designed specifically for the ACT that will help you get a good feel for the type of questions they ask. Good luck!

I got a 32 as well. I didn't need a high score because I was just going to CSU.

took it once and got a 30...took it again got a 33. still didnt get me into mines or boulder so im going to unc in greely next year dude dont stress about your act score as long as your gpa is decent (mine is like a 3.1) you'll be fine

33 nice. My 32 (and 1390 on the old SAT) was enough to get me into Mines, but I also had a 4.3 GPA (weighted above 4.0 by AP classes). Only went for one year, then I met my (now) wife and dropped out because she lived in the Springs and I didn't want to leave her to go back to Golden. Sometimes wish I had finished out at Mines but don't regret marrying my wife, and we live with the decisions we make.

Anyway, sorry for the sidetrack, heh.

damn congrats on all those scores.

I went to ITT. After I graduated, I started of in IT helpdesk jobs then DBA then system admin and I am a programmer now. I thought teachers were great. They were willing to help people that needed help but I never needed any. I had a lot of hands-on when I was there. I think you'll get what you're willing to learn and get out from there. I learned a lot because I was serious and willing to learn. When you enroll, you will have to take a test to see if you are qualified to take what you wanted to take or not.

It will help you get your foot in the door, what you do or what directions you want to take after that is up to you. Some will give up, some will drop out. What will happen to you is up to you. No education will get you top job right out of school. You'll have to start from the bottom no matter where you go. Good luck on whatever you choose. You only have yourself to blame if it doesn't work out, not the school.

Not many people in my class are doing what they went to school for. Again, it's all up to you and what you want to do with your education. No school will babysit you and track you down if you don't go to class. You pay for it, you better make sure you get what you paid for.

I wonder why you and "night fury" had such different experiences in the same school, I guess the classes and teachers you get.

atta boy haha im definitely gonna be traveling. but back on topic the ACT and SAT scores play little in your college admissions

What does then? so I can work on that.

I will let you know in 2-7 weeks when I receive my score
Took the statewide (mandatory) ACT exam for high school juniors last Wednesday. They said 3-8 weeks to get scores, so I can tell you then

Anyways, good luck man! You could always try the SAT too. I know some schools really don't have a preference as to which you submit, or you can submit both. Some schools (I guess a lot of public schools here in CO) want you to submit an ACT score. As suggested, you can try prep books, prep classes, or just take it again. Not sure how long it's been since (or if) you've taken it (before), but it can really help to take it again ASAP so you keep the kinds of questions fresh in your mind.

If you do take the SAT, for comparison, I got a 1950. I'll let you know about my ACT score in a few weeks

Good luck, it will be like 4 weeks when you get your scores back. mine took about a month.

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