Hey y'all, I took the SAT a while back but I can't seem to find my scores online. Is there a way to look up old SAT scores? I want to decide whether I need to retake it or focus on other aspects of my application. Thanks in advance!
Hey there! Absolutely, you can retrieve your old SAT scores. If it's been less than two years since you took the test, you can find your scores by logging into the College Board website. Go to your account dashboard, and under "My Tests," you should see a list of all the SAT exams you've taken. Click on the relevant test date to view your scores.
If it's been more than two years, you can still request your scores but they won't be stored in your regular account. Instead, they become archived scores, which may take longer to process and can require an additional fee for retrieval.
Once you have your scores in hand, you can decide whether retaking the SAT is worth it, based on the target score ranges for your desired colleges and your personal goals. If your score is already within or above the range of the schools you're interested in, it might be better to focus on other parts of your application like your essays, extracurricular activities, and typical coursework.
Good luck!
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