Hey guys, I'm from New York and I'm wondering if colleges care about your Regents exam scores when considering your application? I've already got a lot on my plate and need to know if this is something I should worry about.
Hello! While Regents exam scores aren't a crucial factor for college admissions, they can still play a role in demonstrating your academic abilities, particularly for in-state colleges within New York. In general, though, colleges place more emphasis on your overall GPA, transcript, SAT/ACT scores, AP/IB exams, and extracurricular activities.
However, it's still recommended that you perform well on the Regents exams as they may factor into your high school's grading system, and colleges do look at the courses you have taken and your performance in those classes.
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