<p>So here’s the thing: My writing score dropped from 800 in the June SAT to 710 in the October SAT cause of the essay. Will the adcoms think that the 800 was just a fluke, or will they acknowledge the fact that I didn’t perform to my potential?</p>
<p>Depending on where you apply, they will take the highest of each section. So they will accept the 800 along with the highest scores you have received on the other portions. Some schools, such as UC’s will only look at the highest total SAT score from one sitting. It depends on where you apply.</p>