Submitting all SAT scores?

I've been doing some research on college apps, and I came across the term 'score choice.' Do you have to submit all your SAT scores to the colleges, or can you choose which ones to report? Is 'score choice' an option for most universities?

Score Choice is an option provided by the College Board that allows you to select which SAT scores you'd like to send to colleges. The idea behind this is to give students the opportunity to showcase their best scores and present a more favorable picture of their academic abilities.

With Score Choice, you have control over which individual SAT test scores you'd like to submit. However, specific colleges and universities may have their own policies on whether or not they accept Score Choice. Some colleges require applicants to submit all SAT scores, while others are more flexible and allow you to use Score Choice. It's essential to research the schools you're interested in applying to and determine their specific policies regarding score reporting.

You can find this information on the college website, usually on the admissions page or in their FAQs. If you have trouble finding the information, reaching out to the admissions office directly is always a good option.

In addition to Score Choice, some colleges and universities have a superscoring policy, which is when they consider the highest section scores from different SAT test dates to calculate a new, combined highest score. Superscoring tends to be more favorable for applicants since they can focus on improving individual sections and eventually submit their best overall score.

Remember that, regardless of the score submission policy, your SAT score is just one factor in the application review process. Admissions committees also consider elements like your grades, course rigor, extracurricular activities, essays, and letters of recommendation. So, while it's important to understand score reporting policies, focusing on presenting a strong overall application is equally crucial.