<p>As everyone knows the May 3rd SAT is in like 2 weeks.</p>
<p>Since this will be my first and hopefully last time taking the SAT, I am looking to experienced SAT test takers for some advice.</p>
<p>First of all, what should I be doing two weeks before the test? the week of the test? two days before the test? the night before the test?</p>
<p>Additionally, I am very strong in Math (790-800). Writing is next (750-790 with 9-10 maybe 11 essay). Critical Reading is my weakest (720-770).
I really want and need to make above a 2300. So what should really focus on?</p>
<p>Any other advices such as what to bring, what kind of snacks to consume, and what kind of exercises to do or whatever would be extremely helpful.</p>
<p>I know I am freaking out but this is probably my only chance to take the SAT since I am applying ED and can't risk taking it in October.</p>
<p>Thank you all in advance!</p>
<p>Michael</p>
<p>P.S. By the time I get to section 7 or 8 on practice tests, my mind usually starts malfunctioning and I start missing really easy critical reading questions. What should I do to endure and solve this problem?</p>
<p>when is your ED? Most of the ones in my area are in November etc. So Oct. scores will be good.</p>
<p>I'm applying through a program which chooses applicants and sends their applications in September or October.</p>
<p>bring a powerbar and some water and really make yourself think you are interested in the test</p>
<p>Thanks for the comments.</p>
<p>I just took a previously administered May 2006 SAT test and to my dismay made a 2280.</p>
<p>I missed like 7 on CR (1 SC and 6 Passage-Based), 3 on the Writing MC, and 1 on Math because of careless mistake.</p>
<p>I really feel disappointed right now because I really need a 2300. Is there any last minute practice or prep. I can do before the May 3 SAT to give me a fighting chance for a 2300?</p>
<p>Thanks.</p>
<p>meh... you don't need a 2300. it's all the same.</p>
<p>Well, the thing is that I am going to apply to Stanford and I don't have any major hooks that I can think off except that I have a lot of regional and state awards for math and have been on the school basketball team since my freshmen year and have played on the Fall Varsity League.</p>
<p>My gpa is decent 99.4 U and like 101ish W. My ranking will probably be 1 or 2 from a class of about 200ish. I am also involved in a lot of school activities and clubs, but I am too tired to list them right now.</p>
<p>Because of all this, I feel like a SAT score below 2300 will severely hurt my chances of getting accepted to Stanford or will it?</p>
<p>Don't worry about it. If you get a 2280 it'll be fine for any school.</p>
<p>No, it won't- as long as it isn't too far below a 2300. A 1700, yeah, that would hurt your chances.:)</p>
<p>^^Thanks for the comforting news. I feel somewhat calmer.</p>