Questions about re-taking an SAT, also essay topic

googledrone
Mon, 03 Oct 2016 04:03:07 +0000

I was accepted early admissions back in 2007. My SAT scores were Math 800, Writing 640, Critical Reading (verbal) 570. I got 800s on SAT Math II and Physics subject tests.

I have no idea what admissions officers think. If you believe you can substantially improve the Essay score and it will get to Stanford on time, common sense says to retake the SAT. Much has changed on the SAT test since I took it. If you aren’t sure if the score will improve maybe not bother. Only you know how much time you have for preparation and how motivated you are.

My guess is many applicants who speak English as a second language don’t do well on the essay and admissions takes that into consideration. While this doesn’t apply to you, it does give indication that essay scores are not necessarily a major factor.

This is just one person’s opinion. I don’t think writing about being 15 is the best topic. Writing about an accomplishment, a life experience, or future goals might be better. Who knows? Write about what you think will be the most interesting and informative to the readers.