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Is the SAT Optional?

PrepScholar

As you research colleges and universities and consider their admissions requirements, you’ll inevitably notice that many schools require you to submit your SAT scores as part of your application. Given its purpose, it’s no wonder that colleges and universities have been requiring the SAT for decades.

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Preparing for College

Solomon Admissions

Maintaining a high grade point average (GPA), while taking Honors and AP classes will help increase your chances for admission to college. Obtaining a high score on standardized tests such as the SAT and ACT also contributes to positive admissions decisions. Be on the lookout for college fairs in your area.

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What Does an Admissions Officer Do?

StandOut College Prep

Standardized test scores, such as the SAT or ACT, are also considered. Demonstrated Interest : Admissions officers want to admit students who are genuinely interested in attending their college or university. Extracurricular Activities : Admissions officers are interested in what students do outside of the classroom.

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Rising Junior and Senior Admissions Journey Timeline (2023 Updates)

Admissions Mom

PRACTICE AND PREP FOR THE ACT and SAT: Take a couple of practice tests and see which one feels better to you and which one you score higher on. Colleges say your course rigor counts for more than your GPA and test scores. COLLEGE INFO SESSIONS: If a college comes to your town or close to your town or school, go listen.

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What Grades Do Colleges Look At?

College Essay Guy

Some high schools use weighted GPAs and some use unweighted GPAs, but colleges account for these differences when looking at applicant transcripts, so they’re still comparing apples to apples instead of apples to a 5.0 GPA ( check this out for more details about weighted vs. unweighted GPAs ).