Extreme difference in scores

Chris_C
Thu, 27 Jul 2006 14:35:06 +0000

Well yes it does look a little bad, but I wouldn’t worry too much, here’s why.

First, let me say that you should verify any and all advice with the schools you are planning to apply.

If you take the SAT more than once, the schools will only consider the highest of the sections. For example, let’s say that your intuition is spot-on and you receive an 750 on Math next time but only 700 in CR and 690 in WS, then the composite scores that colleges will consider in your application are: 800V(1st time) / 750M(2nd time) / 790W(1st time).

Whoops, I just read the end of your post, so you already know this.

However, the one misconception students have is that colleges are looking to show your worst scores, but it is just the opposite. The higher the applicant’s scores are, the higher their average is and the more competitive and prestigious they appear. They want you to look good, b/c that in turn makes them look good.

Finally, it depends on the school. Some schools want the scores tight, but others don’t really care. I would advise anyone to retake the test in order to close any score difference between CR and M if the difference is currently MORE than 100 points.

If you have other questions, feel free to email me.