Quick question for you all. A counselor mentioned SAT Score Choice but didn't explain much. Why is it important for my college applications? Should I be strategic about which scores I send to colleges?
Hey there! SAT Score Choice allows you to choose which SAT test date scores you send to colleges. It's designed to reduce stress on test day, knowing that a single bad day won't necessarily harm your college applications. Not all schools participate in Score Choice, with some requiring all scores be sent. So, knowing a school's policy can help you decide your strategy.
Now, should you be strategic? Absolutely, if the option is available. Say you took the SAT twice, scoring 1300 on the first and 1500 on the second attempt. You can choose to only send the 1500 if the colleges you're applying to accept Score Choice.
On the other hand, if there's a significant discrepancy between your SAT and your school grades or AP scores – for instance, if your grades are better – sending just the SAT score that aligns with your academic performance could present a consistently strong application. Just keep in mind that the most strategic decision can depend on the colleges you're targeting and their individual policies towards score submissions. Best of luck!
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