Best time to retake my SAT...for a 2400??

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<p>Bleh, this was my first try as a freshman on the SAT, so I'm guessing that was why I was seriously naive enough to believe I could score a 2300+ this time. Maybe it was the inspiration from one of silverturtle's posts (not blaming him, lol, just me...) where he modestly shared his freshman 2270. Gah. For a (whole deluded month) moment I somehow came to think that I was equally awesome SAT-wise. I know, I know. But instead, whoa...</p>

<p>CR: 750
M: 710
W: 800 (77 MC, 11 essay)
Total: 2260</p>

<p>It was really disheartening. I think I clicked for the scores to show, and when the numbers came up I just sort of stared at them. I couldn't understand how I got a 710, and it wasn't in CR. In fact, it wasn't even W b/c of my crappy essay. It was in, of all things, math? Call me wimpy, but I actually felt some tears welling up. It wouldn't have been so bad had it been in CR or W, since I had been expecting the worst there. But...it wasn't. So, yeah.</p>

<p>In short, to discover that I could've scored a 2350 but didn't...crushed me. It probably also crushed those hundreds of other capable-but-fail test takers who always land in the undeserved 94 percentiles, but it's more smarting when it happens to you.</p>

<p>As everyone probably realizes, a perfect SAT score without any ECs, GPA, or good essays will not get you into the Ivies/top schools, but still, I think the right ECs, etc. look even more amazing with TWENTY-FOUR HUNDRED, WHAT NOW, NOOBS???!!! than, um, 2260.</p>

<p>Another thing: Someone, I'm not sure who (actually, I do, but that's insignificant), told me that taking the SAT too many times looks obsessive (cough, cough). So, to conceal my true intentions/sentiments, I'm going to have to limit myself to two tries max, 2 being their recommended number, for fear of being seen for what I really am.</p>

<p>I'd appreciate any speculations about lenient curve months, mini study plans, and the like. That would be just too helpful. And I never did hear of the "blue book" until after I took the SAT lol (oops...). Would using that help? What I did to study was take one practice test from the new PR 11 tests book, analyze my errors there carefully, then learn through a Kaplan's vocab book during my spare moments. Then I took another practice test and went over those answers and explanations.</p>

<p>Is that considered enough studying? I can do more if needed...I want that 2400. So should I retake this coming January, etc. or wait until next year? Even junior year, maybe? Senior??! Input? Advice? Bring it on! Thank you guys so much! :)</p>

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<p>If you’re not ■■■■■■■■, you’re a crazy and selfish human being. You just bumped the CC stereotype.</p>

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<p>Ouch, industrial, that kind of hurt. :(</p>

<p>No, I’m not ■■■■■■■■. Just bitterly disappointed and hoping for a better score. Doesn’t everyone? Maybe I have a slightly higher score than others wanting more points, but on the other hand, I’m also in the shadow as I am to others sobbing over 2350+ scores.</p>

<p>I really don’t think there’s anything wrong with wanting to do better next time, especially considering my math section. But I’m sorry you don’t understand and can’t help. Good luck with any SAT problems you might have though? :/</p>

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<p>As a freshman, you should slow it down a little bit. When I took it freshman year, it was mainly to just give me a stress-alleviating fall-back score. I didn’t really think about the SAT again until about six months ago.</p>

<p>If you are really dedicated in your desire of 2400, I recommend the following (it’s a tough plan, but it’s ideal for those who really want a 2400 and have the time to make it a very feasible reality):</p>

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[<em>]Start studying vocabulary - a lot of it. Get the 3,000-word list that Xiggi typed up and supplement with Direct Hits. Make flash-cards for words you don’t immediately remember. Study these over long periods of time for optimal retention.
[</em>]Take a practice test every other weekend. Alternate between Blue Book tests and Princeton Review tests (ideally, try to finish with a couple Blue Book tests in a row). This will take about a year (just in time for a retake around this time sophomore year). Make sure you review the explanations for each question (both those you got wrong and ones you answered uncertainly).[/ul]</p>

<p>We’ll talk again after you take the test sophomore year. :)</p>

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<p>inside my head i’m hoping for something. but i won’t share what :slight_smile:
good luck!</p>

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<p>oh… read what you posted when a sophomore was complaining about his 2380…</p>

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<p>^Dillbilly, that wasn’t sarcasm. Neither is this. A 2380 is clearly better than a 2260. Much better. It’s okay to be amazed at things slightly below your ultimate goal lol. :)</p>

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<p>Math is really easy to bring up… REALLY EASY</p>

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<p>take it in october. I took it in december, may and october and got 2300, 2290, and 2380 (finally!). the curve was much better in october IMHO. but maybe its just a matter of chance.</p>

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<p>Haha dude chill out and relax. First of all, getting a 800 in math will not be too difficult for you. </p>

<p>1) You’re asian
2) You’re a freshman </p>

<p>Wait until junior year to take the SAT again. I scored a 219 (70CR/79M/70CW) on my PSAT in Junior year and even I’m not complaining. Just keep working on those practice tests and work on CONSISTENCY. The SAT math problems are never “tough” per-se, but it is usually tough to stay consistent and get every single problem right on the test. This is what happened to me on the PSAT; I made one stupid mistake on a question and got a 79 instead of the elusive 80 I was hoping for in math.</p>

<p>I am 100% confident that if you work at it and take the test in Junior year you will be able to get an 2350 AT LEAST, and with a little luck you can achieve the perfect 2400.</p>

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<p>lol. that is all i have to say.</p>

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<p>i’ve looked at the curves in my BB2 book for the 3 QAS at the beginning.</p>

<p>a 77 MC with an 11 essay is never an 800. sure, this time the curve could have been lenient but it usually never fluctuates that much so im going to doubt it. this guy is like the lamest ■■■■■ ever.</p>

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<p>No, I can confirm that 77MC and 11 essay was indeed 800 this time around. The curve was very nice this SAT.</p>

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<p>^well, randomazn is still the lamest ■■■■■ ever</p>

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<p>Hm. Five or six sincere replies, but they do hold invaluable information, so thank you. October of junior year then? :)</p>

<p>Gah, and wheatbread, I have to tell you that you ruined whole grains for me. I know you’re probably an awesome and loving person with a sweet family inside, but your posts scare me. They hold an uncommonly heavy load of aggression and persistence.</p>

<p>You’d make a great boxer. Peace. :)</p>

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<p>Hahaha . They scare me too, random. No worries, I think you should work for your goal and not worry what others say. You’re pretty freaking hilarious, from what it sounds like. So good job, go you on being funny . Your post on the confessions thread made me laugh, too.</p>

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<p>Okay, you’re a FRESHMAN. A 2260 IN FRESHMAN YEAR IS PHENOMENAL. Your score will naturally increase in 2 years; trust me on this one.</p>

<p>I had an 1880 in freshman year. 720 math (owned you! :p), 590 writing (:() and 570 reading (:(:(). In fewer than two years that went up to a 2400. Granted I’m a bit of a late bloomer; I’ve completely changed as a person in those 23 months, but who doesn’t change a good deal in that itme span? With your current trajectory you will have ample opportunity to get that 2400.</p>

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<p>Take a chill pill. If I had that score, I’d most likely never take the SAT again. Take it again your junior year, you will assuredly get >2300. And stop obsessing over it. Maybe it’s just me, but I find when I don’t take the attitude of “I have to get a perfect score” on any test, let alone the SAT, I do better.</p>

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<p>all i can say is SHUT UPPP… you’re complaining with a 2200+.</p>