Does SAT really not matter after a certain score?

I’ll just chime in on this point, as I disagree - SAT scores are strongly correlated with family wealth/income. Not as much of a controlled variable as you may think. Hence the decision by many colleges to look at applications holistically.

And I agree with everyone else that 1600 vs 1560 won’t move the needle. Do your best and accept that much of this is out of your hands, and believe in yourself that you will make the most of whatever opportunity comes your way. It’s not the school you get into, but what you do when you get there.

And yes, enjoy your senior year!!

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