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Should I retake my SAT after scoring a 1320?

Hey everyone! I just got my SAT results and scored a 1320. Is this score good enough for applying to top-tier colleges, or should I consider retaking it? I'm feeling a little bit stressed about whether to study for another attempt. Thanks for any advice!

9 months ago

First, congratulations on your 1320 SAT score! In deciding whether to retake the test, it's important to consider your target colleges and how your score compares to the typical range or middle 50% of admitted students at those schools. You can usually find this information on the college's admissions webpage or through a simple online search.

For top-tier colleges, a 1320 will likely be below the 25th percentile of their admitted students' score range. Generally, the middle 50% SAT score range for highly selective colleges starts around 1450 and goes up from there. It's important to keep in mind that admissions at these colleges are competitive and holistic, meaning that while test scores play a role, they're not the only factor considered. Your extracurricular activities, essays, and letters of recommendation, for example, also contribute to your application.

If you believe you can improve your SAT score with additional studying or test preparation, it might be worth retaking the test. Remember, colleges often consider the highest section scores across different attempts, using a process called "superscoring." This means that even if you don't improve dramatically overall, you might still end up with a higher combined score.

However, if you think the time and resources required for additional test prep would be better spent on other aspects of your application, such as your extracurricular activities or refining your college essays, it might be best to focus on those areas instead.

Ultimately, the decision to retake the SAT depends on your individual circumstances, goals, and how you think you can best strengthen your application.

9 months ago

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