Most colleges and universities will accept scores from either the SAT or ACT, and do not favor one test over the other. That said, college-bound students are increasingly taking??both the SAT and ACT.?Changes made to the SAT in 2016?have made?it easier than ever to prep for both tests concurrently?and earn competitive scores on both!?The best way to decide if taking the SAT, ACT, or both tests is right for you is to take a timed??full-length practice test??of?each type. Since the content and style of the SAT and ACT are very similar, factors like how you handle time pressure and what types of questions you find most challenging can help you determine which test is a better fit.