Should I take the SAT?

Munchlaxative
Wed, 26 Oct 2011 20:00:36 +0000

Hello, I am a junior in high school. On UMD’s website they say they accept both ACT and SAT, but is either one preferred and would it be better if I took both? I’ve taken the ACT once (27) and plan on taking it again soon but should I take the SAT too? I’ve wondered this about a few colleges near Washington DC I’ve looked at. The SAT isn’t generally preferred, is it?

I’m from Mississippi (by the way would being from here at all negatively affect my chances of being accepted?) and taking the SAT isn’t really encouraged here.