<p>Hey, so as you know, they will be updating the SAT so that you don't have to write an essay. I would just like to know whether or not most colleges or top colleges will still require you to do the section. Would it be like the SAT II? Optional, but required for top colleges?</p>
<p>The prevailing opinion seems to be that it will be comparable to the ACT, where most colleges will require the writing section. </p>
<p>I don’t see why they wouldn’t require the optional essay. It’s another thing to distinguish top applicants in an increasingly competitive environment.</p>
<p>@bodangles Alright, thanks :)</p>