Im scared. A bit.

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<p>Ok,</p>

<p>I have been preparing for the SATs ever since I took it last. Im registered for the October 2009 date. Im trying to improve an 1880 to at least a 2000.</p>

<p>My score ranges on the BB and the free practice exam are slightly inconsistent. On bad days, I score low 600s to low 700s, and on good days low 700s to 800.</p>

<p>Is this inconsistency bad, or indicative on how I will do on the real exam? I really need at least a 2000 on the real deal in order to make a competitive application to my top choices. To be honest, I am afraid I will miss the mark, and be doomed.</p>

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<p>Inconsistency is completely normal; people have made dozens of threads on this very forum expressing their nervousness over varying scores.</p>

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<p>First of all, chill with the melodrama! You are not “doomed” if you don’t achieve a certain number. The SAT is a test that you’re going to do well on since you’ve been working hard and preparing yourself. Life goes on after test day, and no matter what, you’re going to get into a school where you’ll get a great education. Anxiety is fine and good to a point since a little fear makes you work harder :slight_smile: But, you’re well prepared and that’s all you can do. </p>

<p>As for your question, inconsistency is totally normal. The questions are different, of course, but also some days you’re just in a better mood than others. That’s why you want to be as kind to yourself as you can the night before to get yourself in a good place. Just rest, don’t study, eat a healthy meal and most importantly get plenty of sleep.</p>

<p>Best of luck, you’ll do fine!</p>

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<p>I’ve just had the same problem- My scores ranged in the high 2100’s to mid 2200’s, but just now I scored a 2110. The writing score dropped around 70-80 points than what it usually was, but I’m hoping that this last test was a fluke…</p>

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<p>Many universities actually neglect the writing scores (yes, like MIT), so I wouldn’t advise you to study hard on the Writing portion, but I WOULD advise you to spend more energy on the reading and the math sections.</p>

<p>Good luck with the test and the rest of your [miserable] life.</p>

<p>Korean_Dreamer</p>

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<p>“Many universities actually neglect the writing scores (yes, like MIT), so I wouldn’t advise you to study hard on the Writing portion, but I WOULD advise you to spend more energy on the reading and the math sections.”</p>

<p>Most schools consider the Writing section, so this is probably not good advice.</p>

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<p>Im studying a bit on the writing portion- the essay was never the problem, and grammar is becoming one of my strong points. Im really focusing more energy on math and critical reading. </p>

<p>So, would you guys say that there is a thing as studying too much for the SATs?</p>

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<p>If your scores consistently decline with more preparation, you’re either preparing too much or in the wrong manner.</p>

<p>If your scores are appoximately increasing with more preparation, I can see no reason why you should stop.</p>

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<p>I’m not applying to any of the Ivy’s or top schools in the country so I couldn’t care less if MIT doesn’t factor in writing scores.</p>

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<p>Alright, I think Im going to lessen the amount I study, so I can be more fresh for the real deal.</p>