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Confused about SAT superscoring

Hey guys, I'm a junior trying to figure out this whole SAT thing. Can someone explain how superscoring works? I've sat for the test a few times and I'm wondering if colleges will just look at my highest score in each section? Can all colleges do this or only some?

a year ago

Sure, I'm happy to explain the concept of superscoring! Superscoring is a method that some colleges use to evaluate SAT scores. If a college superscores the SAT, it means that they will only consider your highest individual section scores across all the SATs you've taken.

For instance, let's say you took the SAT twice. The first time, you scored a 700 in Reading and Writing and 650 in Math. The second time, you scored 670 in Reading and Writing and 700 in Math. If a college superscores, they'd consider your scores as if you got 700 in Reading and Writing and 700 in Math in a single sitting, combining them to a composite score of 1400.

However, not all colleges superscore the SAT. Some colleges will only consider the highest total score from any single administration, even if it means using scores that were not your best individual section scores. It's important to look up the specific policy for each school you're applying to and strategize accordingly. Some may even superscore test-optional applicants if they choose to submit their scores.

Hope that helps clarify things for you!

a year ago

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