<p>I know, I know, I'm pathetic. I do have good stats and all that, but I'd just really really like to get into Harvard. I think I need to stop stressing.</p>
<p>WEll don't think you wont get in. Our local paper published the stats of all the kids of every high school that did get into the ivies out of about 120 high schools around here. To be honest, if these kids all got in, then you defintiely have a solid chance. My school alone(which typically sends some but not boarding school numbers), had 10 ivy admissions this year. Involved kids, but not obnoxiously over done, your basic school involvement, no outside school activities beyond a few walkathons. Way different from the year before, which 3 perfect 2400 kids, super involved, no admits at all. go figure.</p>
<p>2290 is fine for Harvard. Work on the rest of your application instead of fretting about 10 points.</p>
<p>I had the exact same score, though with a different distribution. I elected to retake the test, even though my guidance counselor advised against it, and improved my scores. Don't listen to those telling you it's a waste of time to retake; it's not. The fact is, even though people say "There's only a small difference between a 2400 and a 2290," approximately 75% of kids with 2400s who apply to Harvard get in. The percentage is nowhere near that for kids who have a 2290. One's SAT score can make or break an admission decision.</p>
<p>I'd say retake it, but if your scores don't go up, don't bother re-retaking. Don't worry about getting a lower score; Harvard only considers your top subsection scores.</p>
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approximately 75% of kids with 2400s who apply to Harvard get in.
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<p>Various figures about this issue are floating around in College Confidential threads. I would like to fact-check them. Does anyone have a Web link to a statement from the Harvard admission office about the base acceptance rate of 2400 scorers in any recent year?</p>
<p>People who ask whether or not a score like yours, deserve to get slapped. I mean, poor you, how will you ever survive.</p>
<p>@tokenadult</p>
<p>I don't think Harvard publishes its admissions info, but I got that statistic from this article:</p>
<p><a href="http://nymag.com/news/features/24398/%5B/url%5D">http://nymag.com/news/features/24398/</a></p>
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...not even flawless SAT scores can open doors at Harvard, which rejects one in four applicants with a perfect 2400.
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<p>well with that score..you might as well just find the nearest cliff..and jump</p>
<p>I have my doubts about several aspects of the New York Magazine article, but anyway that is the kind of figure I would like to confirm from a Harvard source (which would be the only authoritative primary source anyway for such a statement). Thanks for noting where you heard the figure.</p>
<p>I don't expect anyone to feel sorry for me, dank08. I wanted an opinion on whether I should retake the SAT, and I'm allowed to ask any question I want--just like anyone else. The fact remains that my SAT score can make a difference in admissions to Harvard, and I would like to have the best shot possible. You don't get to judge me for seeking an honest opinion. I DON'T think my score is bad, I DON'T expect people to feel sorry for me, so please lay off. </p>
<p>Thanks to everyone that actually read and took my question seriously; I really appreciate it.</p>
<p>Your welcome! ;)</p>
<p>You want to retake your sat to get above a 2290? Thats sickening.</p>