Regarding the self-reporting of sat scores, some of the universities I consider applying to allow for self-reporting, though they want the scores to be sent when admitted. Other universities, such as Dartmouth and Cornell want the scores to be sent directly. How long does it take to send sat scores?
Regarding the IELTS, it was unclear whether it had to be sent in by the application deadline and whether they would discard your application if the scores are not sent. But I have self-reported the IELTS scores to the schools.
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