How does taking the SAT multiple times affect an application?

Colleges & Universities A-Z Columbia University
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<p>So I understand that taking the SAT multiple times is generally frowned upon, i happened to take it 3 times, however I showed consistent, substantial improvement across each test (and each test was taken roughly 6 months apart)...</p>

<p>My scores were:</p>

<p>CR: 590 - M: 800 - W: 590 - TOT: 1980
CR: 710 - M: 670 - W: 670 - TOT: 2050
CR: 700 - M: 780 - W: 710 - TOT: 2190
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CR: 710 - M: 800 - W: 710 - TOT: 2220</p>

<p>Will i be evaluated as a true '2220'? or will my superscore be taken with a grain of salt by the admissions committee because I took the test 3 times?</p>

<p>Basically what do my scores mean to an admissions officer...</p>

<p>Thanks in advance for any helpful responses!</p>

<p><strong>if it matters I applied SEAS</strong></p>

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<p>columbia openly says they superscore. they will note the improvement and assume you’re a 2220 person. </p>

<p>but also note that your SAT IIs matter. grades matter. and your other engineering interests.</p>

<p>*and it does matter, seas is a bit more test-conscious. they expect you to have the math scores up there. with the cr/wr up, it looks good.</p>