Does SAT really not matter after a certain score?

For public universities, a high score (1550+) can also be helpful for some honors programs and other special programs such as named scholarships and full ride opportunities. Such programs are designed to attract students who are competitive for elite private universities, so they are looking for students with that sort of profile.

However, 1560 should be good enough for most schools, and I would agree that focusing on other aspects of your application is probably best at this point.

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