<p>DS has now taken it twice. Even though he made 700 on a number of practice tests, had a tutor and studied a ton, he got 630 the first time and 640 the second time. He normally does very well on standardized tests and is a conscientious studier.</p>
<p>With additional studying and tutoring what are the chances he can significantly better his score by taking it a third time?</p>
<p>What is the general view of someone taking it 3 times?</p>
<p>only going up 10pts the second time prob hurt the worst. def wouldnt recommend 3 especially if it doesnt break 700</p>
<p>Generally retaking is not looked upon that negatively. Don’t retake unless he is sure he will make a big jump. What is studied a ton? Atleast 300 hours right?</p>
<p>If he can’t get his target score the 3rd time, it’s definitely going to start hurting him.</p>
<p>it is very unlikely that he’ll get 700+ his last time. this is my experience with taking the SAT 3 times =). try NEW strategies like earplugs, adderall, reading difficult books for 3 months, etc… they could work right?</p>
<p>but looking at the effort put in already and the results obtained, it’s doubtful that more studying will be of any good. </p>
<p>i’d save the money, apply to the schools aligned with his/her credentials, and rest easy. </p>
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<li>the pragmatic view</li>
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