I want to apply to most of the UCs and some of them recommend the subject tests for the major I’m intending to go into (biological sciences, human physio, etc.- pre-med path) I’m planning to take the SAT II Bio and Math 2 exams in December, but I feel vastly unprepared and I’m fairly certain that I will not do well on them. Should I take them? If I do take them and I get bad scores do I have to send them? Should I send them anyways? Please help!
Since SAT subject tests are recommended and not required, you do not have to take them nor submit them if you are unhappy with your scores. My only caveat is that since the UC’s are highly competitive and Biological sciences is impacted at many campuses it could hurt your chances if the majority of applicants are submitting scores. You will not be rejected for not submitting or submitting subpar scores but then again it will not help your application. Only you can decide what is best in your situation.