2290 on SAT; should I retake?

Test Preparation
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<p>720 Reading
790 Math
780 Writing
As a junior taking the SAT for the first time, I think that this is a good standalone score; however, my reading score pales in comparison to the other two scores. I'm thinking that around a 750 or so next time will rectify the problem, but I'm still unsure as to whether colleges even care about the meager point increase or not. Will colleges really make a distinction between a 2290 and a 2320+ (assuming I get a 750 or above the next time)?</p>

2

<p>No. After 2200 - 2250, it an issue of fit not scores.</p>

3

<p>lol I just got a 2290 as well. Don’t retake. Put the effort into volunteer work, or ECs, or keeping a 4.0 GPA. All of those mean a lot more to colleges then 50 extra points on the SAT.</p>

4

<p>Haha first time taking it as junior, 2290 as well. I’m considering retake just because I know I can score 2300-2360 from blue book, and because it’s only my first time. 720 CR (same lol) 770 M (I definitely have the ability to get 800)
800 W (11 essay). CR and M should be easy enough to raise to benefit superscore. What are you guys thinking</p>

5

<p>plus, CR this test was definitely on the harder side. most likely, next test would be easier.</p>

6

<p>Retake for what? To prove to yourself you can get a higher score? Then do it. To get into top tier schools? Then Id say no. I have a high stat 36 ACT , 2350 SAT (800 SAT2 scores) daughter who got exactly the same decisions as her twin w slightly lower scores. </p>

7

<p>No. Focus on your subject tests now. Retaking would be a waste of time. </p>

8

<p>No, anything 2200+ is good. Invest your time and money into something else.</p>

9

<p>As my D said years ago, why would I wake up early on a Saturday to retake a test when I have a perfectly good score already?</p>

10

<p>Unless you are aiming at top merit scholarships and you are sure you can do better, otherwise, you should be done with it and focus on something else. 2290 is good enough for admission purpose. If you get rejected it would not be due to your SAT score. Nevertheless, it is not competitive enough for top scholarships at some schools. Many students got disappointed not receiving merit scholarships at many schools even with 2300+/35 in SAT/ACT.</p>

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<p>Thank you all. I was getting concerned about my comparatively low reading score, but I think I realize that the difference between a 720 and around a 750 with my score is infinitesimal.</p>