SAT to ACT Score Conversion Chart (2026)
Convert SAT scores to ACT equivalents with our 2026 concordance table. Compare 400–1600 SAT to 1–36 ACT for college planning.
Short answer: Use this 2026 SAT–ACT concordance table to compare scores — e.g. SAT 1200 ≈ ACT 25, SAT 1400 ≈ ACT 31 (approximate; see full chart).
SAT to ACT Conversion Table
| SAT total | ACT composite | SAT total | ACT composite |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1600 | 36 | 1200 | 25 |
| 1570 | 35 | 1170 | 24 |
| 1530 | 34 | 1130 | 23 |
| 1490 | 33 | 1090 | 22 |
| 1450 | 32 | 1050 | 21 |
| 1410 | 31 | 1020 | 20 |
| 1360 | 30 | 980 | 19 |
| 1320 | 29 | 940 | 18 |
| 1280 | 28 | 900 | 17 |
| 1240 | 27 | 860 | 16 |
| 820 | 15 | ||
| 780 | 14 |
Based on College Board / ACT concordance studies. Treat as planning estimates.
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Frequently asked questions
How do you convert SAT to ACT scores?
Use the official concordance table mapping SAT total (400–1600) to ACT composite (1–36). The relationship is approximate, not exact.
Is 1200 SAT equal to what ACT score?
Roughly ACT 25 — see the conversion table below for exact concordance ranges.
Is 1400 SAT equal to what ACT score?
Roughly ACT 31. Concordance varies slightly by section strength.
Should I take SAT or ACT?
Take whichever format you score higher on after one practice test of each. See SAT vs ACT comparison.
Do colleges prefer SAT or ACT?
U.S. colleges accept both equally under test-optional and test-required policies.
Does Digital SAT convert differently?
The 400–1600 scale is unchanged from the pre-2024 SAT, so concordance tables still apply.
Sources & verification
Content verified against official College Board materials: July 2026.