I received my Latin SAT II score today and I got a 780. I know that’s high especially for Latin, but I’m aiming for Top 20 schools and most applicants have 800s across the board. I already have another 780, in Bio E, which is even more mediocre. Should I retake Latin (I haven’t had any practice with reading comprehension so I think I’ll improve after I take the AP)?
No.
And never call a 780 mediocre. Ever.
^^Agree. You need a shift in perspective if you think a 780 needs to be retaken. Take a step back and come back to reality.
@DarkEclipse @rubberfall sorry guys. I know I sound despicable. I’m just stressed & exhausted
Stressed yes, despicable no. Get out and take a walk, look around you and take it all in. life is good, no?
A 780 is in the top 90% of all students taking the test. Remember, nearly all of the students taking this test hope to have Top 20 schools in their sights. Scoring in the top 90% of that group is impressive!
Also, based on what I have seen on this forum from the people who got into top 20 colleges, it’s not 800 or bust for big colleges by any means. Once your test hits a certain point (90% percentile for example), colleges can see that you really know your stuff and are passionate about that subject…and that’s what they really care about. I’d be ecstatic about a 780 in Latin. A 780 in Bio E is the 96th percentile…is even more amazing! You should be really happy, because those scores will take you places.
I think that once you get to the top colleges applicant pool a 780 and a 800 really don’t seem that different. I don’t think any school would look down on a 780, which is a great score. When you’re applying to some of the top schools your perfect scores will be some among thousands of other perfect scores, so what will set you apart is who you are outside of the numbers. Sorry if that made no sense but what I’m trying to say is a 780 is a great score and I don’t think it’s worth it for you to retake your test! Good luck and get some sleep!
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Agree with others - NO need to retake! Congrats!
Let’s put it another way - you’re done with these tests! Congrats!
Unless you’re trying to get into Cal Tech where the Middle 50% on math level II is 800, then no!