Hey guys! I just took the SAT and I'm pretty sure I didn't do as well as I hoped. How can I go about canceling my score so it doesn't go on my record?
To cancel your SAT score, you'll need to submit a Score Cancellation Form. You can find the form on the College Board website. Keep in mind that you must submit this form no later than 11:59 p.m. ET on the fourth calendar day after the test day. For example, if you took the exam on a Saturday, you have until the following Wednesday night to submit your cancellation request.
Here are the steps to cancel your SAT score:
1. Download the Score Cancellation Form from the College Board website.
2. Fill out the required information, including your name, address, date of birth, and test date.
3. Include your SAT registration number, which can be found on your admission ticket or in your online College Board account.
4. Sign the form, as electronic signatures are not accepted.
5. Fax the completed form to: 610-290-8978, or mail it to:
SAT Score Cancellation
P.O. Box 6228
Princeton, NJ 08541-6228
Note that if you choose to cancel your score, you won't receive a refund, and you won't be able to see your scores, nor can you reinstate them. Additionally, canceled scores will not be sent to any colleges.
Be cautious about canceling your score, as you might have performed better than you think. However, if you're quite sure that your score is not at your desired level, you can follow this process to cancel it. Remember that you can always retake the SAT and improve your score for future college applications. Good luck!
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