SAT Superscore/Score Choice

MiddKid86
Thu, 24 Oct 2013 15:57:27 +0000

*Thanks guys! Can you guys answer these for me?

1) Superscore - I have a 2200 if I superscore, however, my first SAT the M+R is really embarrassing (1210, compared to my oct test which was 1450), I just want the writing of 750 to be superscored. So If I send the first test with the low reading and math, will it effect me negatively in any way? I know superscore means the colleges look at the 3 highest but I’m just scared they’ll see the low m+r on my first one. Should I send both tests to colleges that superscore anyway? Or should I just send the 2090? PLEASE HELP!!

2) If I send my sat scores right now, so it can make the ED time and I decide NOT to do ED at the last minute and do reg, is that okay? Will I have to resend my scores come december? Or will the colleges still see it from now? THANKS*

1) I’ve seen colleges provide different explanations for how they use test scores. Some are very clear that they use ONLY your best scores from each section. In this case, sending scores from all of your test dates is clearly the best thing to do, as lower score will not even be considered. Other colleges say something to the effect of they they use an applicant’s highest score, but not only the highest score. The distinction is subtle, but perhaps important. One thing you don’t mention is how much lower your writing score was on the second test; that’s a key part of the analysis.

2) If you send the scores now but choose not to apply ED, you will not have to resend the scores later; the school will keep the scores on file.