Hey there! I'm doing some early prep for the SAT and was wondering if anyone here could give me an idea of what's considered 'a good score' for the SAT? I want to measure up my practice tests. Thank you!
Certainly, and kudos to you for starting your preparation early! The first thing to understand is that the definition of a 'good SAT score' can vary widely, depending on the colleges you're aiming for.
A perfect score on the SAT is 1600. Nationally, the average SAT score was around 1060. Therefore, a score above 1060 can technically be considered 'good' on a national scale.
However, if you're aiming for more selective colleges, the bar is set significantly higher. For highly selective colleges (for example, schools in the Ivy League), the middle 50% of admitted students often have SAT scores in the range of 1450-1550. Thus, if these types of schools are in your sights, an SAT score in this range would be considered 'good'.
Remember, your SAT score is just one part of your college application, and while important, it is not the sole determiner in admission. Other aspects, like your GPA, course rigor, extracurricular activities, and essays, are also crucial. Nonetheless, knowing your target score range is a good start to plan your SAT prep effectively.
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