Submitting SAT scores to colleges?

Hey everyone! So, I just took the SAT and received my scores. I'm a little confused about the process of submitting the scores to colleges. Do colleges need official score reports sent directly from College Board, or can I just self-report them? Any help would be appreciated, thanks!

Hey there! The process of submitting SAT scores to colleges can vary depending on the college's requirements. Many colleges will allow you to self-report your test scores on your application, in which case you can simply input them while filling out the application form. Official score reports may not be required initially, and you would then be asked to provide them only if you are admitted and choose to attend the college.

However, some colleges still require official score reports to be sent directly from the College Board during the application process. You'll want to check the specific admission requirements for each college you are applying to in order to determine their policy on SAT score submission.

To send official score reports, you'll need to log into your College Board account and select the colleges you'd like to receive your scores. There is typically a fee associated with sending official score reports, so keep that in mind. Note that you have a certain number of free score reports that you can send within a limited timeframe after taking the SAT. If you know the colleges you're interested in and are within that timeframe, it's a good idea to take advantage of those free reports.

In summary, whether you need to send official score reports or can self-report your scores depends on each college's requirements, so it's essential to verify the policies of the specific schools you're applying to. Good luck with your college applications!