ACT score good enough to get in school?

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Hello everyone, I am a freshman in college and I'm a nursing major. I've completed my first semester and I received an A in a&P, which is a big deal (according to my adviser). I'm applying to the nursing program after I complete college algebra and a&p 2. My question is about my ACT score, I have a 20 composite which is below the average score of 21. My school works on a point scale, and you only get a 2 points for having a 20 on the ACT. I have taken it again and I got another 20. I'm really concerned that my score will hinder my admission to the program. I asked my adviser if I had a chance of getting in with a 20, and she told me a few people with 19's got in last time. I was just curious about what everyone else had on their act.... or if y'all think I have a chance of getting in.

Also, I plan on having A's in a&p 2 and college algebra, even if it kills me.

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Specializes in NICU, Trauma, Oncology.

Yes. You have a chance. The ACT is 2 points. It's done and time to move on. Focus on the other areas where you can get the max points.

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Specializes in NICU, Trauma, Oncology.

ACT wasn't even a factor in my program. That seems kinda strange.

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It definitely depends on the program. To get into our program "early", high school GPA, ACT score ( minimum 25) , and reading ACT score(mine was a 33) were factors. To get in "late" only college GPA and pre-req GPA were considered.

If it's only worth 2 points don't sweat it. Focus on what you can change :)

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I wouldn't stress about your ACT score. If you feel that you could improve or get a higher score then go ahead and retake it but if you think you've did your best then that's ok, too. I would focus more on your overall score and what you need to be competitive for your program's admissions. Work on getting that A in A&P2 and study for your TEAS/HESI :)

We also use a point based scale for our admissions and I want to say that a 20 ACT score was the minimum needed needed to get any points (27+ was given the maximum points).

I know someone that got into our program with a 17 on her ACT. She graduated, and has been an RN for over a year now. :)

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