The most popular Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) tests language skills and math skills while ACT has English, Reading, Mathematics and Science.  Students are allowed to submit scores stand standardised tests for admission to European, US, Canadian universities but they are not considered the sole criterion for admission. Most standardised tests require preparation for up to six months to obtain high scores which puts students under stress and tension ahead of college admissions. Banner . Sign in to read more..