Giving SAT in January. Best way to prepare? Or postpone?

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<p>Hi guys, I just registered for SAT on the CB website. I'll be taking it in January. </p>

<p>The thing is, I want to give it once but give it really well and for that I am aiming for a perfect score.</p>

<p>I took my first practice test today, the online college board test and scored a 2190. First attempt at SAT ever. </p>

<p>As of now, I left the last three or so questions in the math sections and had some difficulty with the CR passages. I think for me getting the hang of those Math questions should be the same focus.</p>

<p>My school starts in September so I can give approximately two hours to SAT practice this month (Internship, writing, sports take up much of my time).</p>

<p>In school days, I'm picking up a couple of extra courses so I don't think I'll be able to manage more than two practice tests during week days. The real grilling study would actually be on weekends.</p>

<p>So in a nutshell, I need to prep NOW and then just practice in the following months.</p>

<p>Do you think that is a good idea? I'm studying by myself with the BB and PR books, but should I get a tutor to brush up on the math? Or should I just postpone the test further? I'll be applying to colleges in summer 2014.</p>

<p>Any input would be highly appreciated :)</p>

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<p>Bump bump bump!</p>

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<p>2190 is fine. take it in october and get that score</p>

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<p>2190 is really good, you should be happy considering it’s your first time!
I guess we’re in the semi-same boat, if there was such a thing.
I’d recommend you read around on the CC boards because there are a ton of helpful tips that will save you a lot of time. Also, buy a blue book and just do lots and lots of practice. :)</p>

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<p>There is more than enough time to get yourself up to a perfect score by January. Just study by yourself for at least the next month, and keep track of any problems that you are getting wrong. If you do want to meet with a tutor, you can meet once or twice for each subject just to go over the exact problems you’re having trouble with. You may not need to meet with a tutor at all, but you do have that option if you think it will be worthwhile.</p>