<p>I took the SAT for the first time in May and got a 2280 composite (790M, 760CR, 730W 8 essay). Should I bother retaking it? I never took a prep class or had a tutor (can’t afford either). All I did was buy the Official Collegeboard SAT Study Guide and complete all the practice tests inside. I didn’t write a single practice essay, so I wasn’t sure how to pace myself. I never got the chance to write my conclusion during the essay portion of the exam.</p>
<p>Do you think it’s worth retaking? I’m embarrassed to say that the only thing that makes me hesitant about retaking is the registration fee. My family is living just above the poverty line, but I’m not poor enough to get a fee waiver.</p>
<p>Your sat score is perfect !! Why would you want to retake the test if your score is remarkable? And you are not the only one who has a problem with the registration fee…many of us do including me . Good luck</p>
<p>Depends on why schools you are shooting for. But generally it is a great score. Also depends what the rest of your application will look like. If family finances are bad I would say let it be and focus on strengthening another area of your application.</p>
<p>I have a strong course load (5 APs this year) and a 3.9GPA. I’m also in a few clubs (Student Government, Yearbook (Editor), Newspaper, Model UN, National Honor Society). There’s nothing special about me.
I’ve always wanted to major in Engineering at Duke. Does being a white female help or hurt me?</p>
<p>Edit: I’ve decided to not retake. You’re right…it’s a wonderful score 
Thanks!</p>
<p>I’m white and from one of the most competitive areas in the country, and I got into Duke this year with a 2290 and a less rigorous course load. Don’t worry about retaking…if you’re rejected, it won’t be because of your test score. Work on the subject tests. Best of luck!</p>