Applying To Wharton Without Math II?

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<p>Hi. How much does it hurt my chances if I apply to Wharton without taking the Math II SAT subject test? On UPenn's website it says that they "highly recommend" for those applying to Wharton take the Math II subject test.</p>

<p>I took Physics and US History instead and got an 800 in both.
I'm not bad at math: I got a 5 on the Calculus AB Exam and an A+ in the class. I got a 720 on the SAT I math section (800 in CR/W)</p>

<p>I know they view all applications holistically. But I'm unhooked and I just want to know how much not having this would detract from my overall application. Assuming they liked the rest of my application would this be ignored? If I was on the edge would it tip me the wrong way?</p>

<p>I really don't want to take this subject test if I don't have to. As far as academics go, my weakest point by far is doing timed math. It stresses me out and I make mistakes. 50 questions in 60 minutes would not go well for me lol. </p>

<p>Thanks.</p>

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<p>With admissions being a crapshoot, always take “highly recommended” as “required”. You see “perfect” students rejected, so anything to boost your chances of admission is always in your favor. If you feel that you’d score poorly on the exam even after rigorous practice, then it might be in your favor to not take it if you can show your math skills in other areas. This year I was admitted without taking the SAT II Math, but I contribute that partially to luck, being “hooked”, and my math grades. Weigh your options carefully. Good luck next year!</p>