High GPA Low SAT

Chance Me / Match Me!
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<p>Senior
I took the SAT last March and got a 1360/2400.
My GPA is 94.4 (weighted)
ECs:
School Newspaper
Chess Club
Spanish Club
Community Service Club
National Honor Society
Over 100 hours of community service</p>

<p>I'm taking 2 classes per semester this year at a local college. I've also taken a law class
during my sophomore year at my city's community college (3.0 grade).
I have been studying for the ACT all this summer and I aiming to score in the high 20s.
Could any of you suggest some schools that may fit me?</p>

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<p>Look at SAT optional schools, some of the better ones are Bowdoin, Colby and Bates.</p>

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<p>Your SAT is REALLY low. I personally don’t know any University who takes a score that low unless the person excels in a sport.</p>

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<p>That SAT is NOT GOOD. Add at least 500 pts on that to get into a top 60 University</p>

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Colleges know- now, more than ever- that SATs are NOT an indication of your chances for success. Make up for this loss. Write a super essay, do well in the interview, get good reccs, don’t do anythng flakey on the app. Look up SAT-optional schools, you will be surprised at the growing number. It kinda reflects poorly on your hs that you have a high-ish GPA, but low SATs. Some schools may think it’s grade inflation. So pick wisely and do your best on th app and interview.

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<p>94.4% weighted isn’t even that high of a GPA. A high weighted GPA should AT LEAST be 100%.</p>

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<p>You’ve had plenty of time to make up for the absolutely abysmal SAT score: I’m not even talking by CC standards. That’s well below most norms.
As to lookingforward, no, they aren’t. But they are still important. Don’t see testing as minor; along with your GPA/Rank, they comprise a major portion of your application. You cannot “makeup for” a 1360, sorry to say. As to Nosike, I have no clue what you mean. I’ve never heard anyone get nothing but 100% in their classes.</p>

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<p>But I did say, “make up for this loss.” And, at a SAT optional school, they are not part of the consideration. Nosike is right that an impressive weighted GPA would be a lot higher.
What we all missed is: where do you live, SKy? Are you at a tough school or an easy one? That will indicate how impressive your grades are- or aren’t. Where do YOU want to go? What do you want to study? Those issues come first.</p>

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<p>His grades don’t even matter anyway. You can’t get into any college in the USA ANYWHERE that requires the SAT with a 1360. That’s atrocious, hell even on 2 sections that would be low for Ivies.</p>

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<p>I live in Philadelphia, and I want to study Linguistics. My school is not easy, and I have never been a good standardized test taker. I think I will do much better on the ACT.</p>

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<p>The SAT is definitely not the most accurate way to measure intelligence, so don’t trip. Its more about knowing how to take the test, more than anything. I think if you take some SAT prep classes, you’ll find your scores raising by a couple hundred points. I came into junior year with something like a 1500 on a diagnostic test and now I average around the 1800s (In comparison to some of the ridiculous kids on this site, that may seem low but whatever). Retake the test, unless you’re a science guy and think you’ll do a lot better on the ACT. </p>

<p>Also, although the harsh reality is that 1360 is not good at all, know that you can be smart in the context of your school but not on standardized tests. Some schools may emphasize analytical thinking and may not prepare you for writing an essay in 25 minutes. In that respect, the SAT just measures how good you can be at half-assing and still write a good essay. </p>

<p>Good luck with your app. process/college</p>

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<p>Tons of schools in PA. And NJ.<br>
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<p>My prev post was sent imcomplete. My kids are at top LAC, with lousy SATs. Went to great private school but did not grad anywhere near top of class. But, they were able to show they were good candidates. Leadership roles, responsibilities, part-time jobs. You need to build a shine for yourself that overcomes the SATs. Dig deep and find examples of your leadership and responsibilities, at school or in your home life. This cant be all 1st semester senior year, so go back and find these examples. And, find activities which were not official school groups. Maybe you play an instrument or mentored a neighbor or whatever This is a time when you cannot underrate yourself. But, don’t be too braggy- schools smell that. And, don’t lie. Do online research for schools (start in PA) with linguistics or similar majors. Be realistic. Prepare a great essay (use online tips) and a great interview. Face the SAT problem, but go in with confidence. Have back-up schools. If you do not have good counselling at school, to help you start, see if an adult who recently sent a kid off to college is willing to offer ideas. Best luck.</p>