<p>Some schools are looking less at SAT scores and more at the whole package-
I dont know what % of SAT scores were reported at MHC for example, but at MHC they are optional, and while my daughters averaged scores, were closer to Smiths average of 633 ( not counting her SAT writing score), her schools average median( @ Reed) was 50 pts higher.</p>
<p>Since they were need aware, not need blind & since she needed ( & recieved) a generous aid package to attend, I assume that they they are considering other criteria besides SATs when they determine admittance.</p>