On June 4 I will be taking the SAT for the second time, and it will be my first time doing so with the new format. I will be doing early action/decision for many of my schools. Because of this, I will need to get all my applications done by November 1. However, the next SAT test date isn’t until October, and after that November.
On the SAT, I’m shooting for a 1600 (just like everyone, lol, will be happy with a 1500, but anything lower than 1400 and I’m absolutely taking it again. However, at the same time, I want to take the subject test to bolster my application. However, as many of you know, you cannot take the subject test and regular test on the same date. So, my final question is if I am unable to meet my goal on the June SAT, and I get like a 1450, should I shoot for a higher score and take it again in November, or should I just keep the score and take the subject test?
Yes, the ACT might be worth considering. Also, not sure where you re applying but most top tier schools require subject tests along with SAT 1 (if you are going SATs and not ACT.). Hope this is clear.
Oh, and Georgetown might still require subject tests even with ACT.
Each top tier school sets in own requirements/recommendations; blanket statements cannot be made. The OP would need to research the testing requirements/recommended of his target schools.
Georgetown recommends Subject Tests whether the SAT I or the ACT is submitted. How to interpret “recommend” is beyond the scope of the original post.
I think saying Georgetown recommends subject tests is an understatement. They are more like *strongly recommend.
"It is strongly recommended that all candidates, whether they have taken the SAT Reasoning Test or the ACT, submit three SAT Subject Tests scores.
*Notice to Early Action Applicants:
Given the Early Action deadline of November 1, the Committee on Admissions recognizes that applicants may not be able to meet the SAT Subject Test requirements.Candidates applying under the Early Action plan who have not yet taken three Subject Tests should still register to take the tests in the event they are deferred from Early Action to Regular Decision. If there are extenuating circumstances which prevent an applicant from submitting three SAT Subject Test scores, the applicant should provide a written explanation to the Committee on Admissions to be included with the application.
"Georgetown recommends Subject Tests whether the SAT I or the ACT is submitted. How to interpret “recommend” is beyond the scope of the original post. "
Of course, anybody can apply to Georgetown. Let’s be realistic: If you don’t take subject tests, you will most likely not be competitive.
