January SAT!

Test Preparation SAT Preparation
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<p>Hey guys, so I need your help here.
I have taken SAT1 and three SAT2 tests.
Although I have pretty good scores in SAT2s, my SAT 1 score is 2160, which I am not satisfied of. I thought ACT might work for me, but it turns out that I am getting about the same score in ACT as I do in SAT1. So I am trying to take SAT1 again. I am aiming for 2250+
Since I am a senior, I have to take it either december or january.
I know that schools like MIT and Harvard and etc. accept january SAT score. I contaced Upenn(my dream school) and they say that they do accept january SAT score if I rush the score reporting.
Now, my only concern is that will it affect my chance in getting into the college I want to? I mean, I know that colleges do not look at my application untill everything is arrived. Because january SAT score is not reported till Feb, I am kinda worried that it might affect my chance.
So, question- should I take SAT 1 in december eventhough I might not be fully prepared or take SAT 1 in January when I am going to be fully prepared?</p>

<p>Any advices would be appreciated.</p>

<p>P.S. This is kind of urgen bc I have to sign up for December SAT till 11/19 if I am going to take it.</p>

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<p>bump.......</p>

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<p>good question... couldn't you take it in dec and jan?</p>

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<p>Yeah, do both if necessary.</p>

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<p>^ No, you should only take the SAT again after significant studying so that you do not get a lower score. Do not take it consecutively if you don't study. First, you will not take the 1st SAT as seriously as you would if you know that you have a "backup" SAT in January. Second, it will be a waste of money and a punch to your ego if you receive a lower score.</p>

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<p>yea, I am not planning on taking both SAT tests. I am going to fully prepare and take the SAT. I am assuming I would be better prepared for the Jan test. However, the thing is that do colleges look down on you or is there any disadvantage in taking Jan test? I mean my application would not be completed until my SAT score is sent. So colleges might not start on my application till feb sth..... would it affect my chance in getting colleges?</p>