How bad is it to not take subject test?

<p>I haven't taken any subject test and my SAT score is 1900. Im applying to UC Berkeley, Irvine, Davis, Santa Barbara, LA, and San Diego. I'm planning on majoring in Bio. What are my chances of getting accepted into any of those colleges? And if it hurts my chances, should I change my major?</p>

<p>I don’t think SAT subject tests are mandatory, unless the schools want them or “recommend” them. Since your sat score is slightly lower than what some of the schools would want, I would apply with a less competitive major. A lot of students apply as a biology major; therefore, your chances decrease. I would apply as a biochemistry major or something close to the sciences so that, you are guaranteed a better chance, but not deviating too far from your intended major. </p>

<p>Your SAT is low for UCB and UCLA.
Even though it’s not required, I would take them to be more competitive. </p>