<p>Just got my SAT scores back- 1550....certainly not bad but part of me was hoping for a 1580-1600. At the risk of sounding stuck up or whatever- is a 1550 good enough to be a strong suit on an app to HYPS? I have a solid app, but I was hoping for a really good score to boost my chances and give me more confidence. I got 800 verbal and 750 math, so I'm thinking if I retake for an 800 math (which I've gotten numerous times on practice) then maybe I could shoot for the 1600 composite....but then again....maybe I should just forget it....By the way I'm a junior so that's why I can take again in Dec...I know I know I should take the new SAT but I'd really rather not have to bother with the essay and all...anyway so overall should I shoot for it with a retake or is what I've got good enough to complement a pretty strong app? Thanks mucho for the help!</p>
<p>Well, you're going to have to take the Writing SAT II if you don't take the new SAT anyway...</p>
<p>But still, there is no way a 1550 would ever hurt you. After all, it's above their average SAT score! It's not like a 1550 will be an automatic acceptance, but HYPS know that there isn't really such a big difference between a 1550 and a 1600.</p>
<p>However, if you really think you can get an 800... I guess it would be worth it. If you're going to take the math IIC SAT II though and think you can get an 800 on that, there's not much point. :D</p>
<p>A 1450 or higher really cannot hurt you in the slightest when applying to HYPS. You're in their range.</p>
<p>Wouldn't retake a 1550. You are solidly in the running. I would retake anything under 1500 for those schools though, really disagree with the above.</p>
<p>1550...idk its not perfect...</p>
<p>this is so ridiculous</p>
<p>It almost ****es me off.</p>
<p>This is a really stupid thread. We all know you can't get in without the 1600.</p>
<p>I'm just kidding, but in a sense you can answer your own question. I mean even if you had 1600 that doesn't mean your in at HPYS, anyone can tell you that.</p>
<p>I think ppl who asks these questions don't even deserve to go to HYP. No confidence in their awesome scores.</p>