Multiple SAT II Science Tests

Colleges and Universities A-Z Massachusetts Institute of Technology
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<p>I haven't seen this clearly answered anywhere, I think, so here goes.</p>

<p>MIT says they look at the best scores for each section of the SAT, but for subject tests does that only apply to that one test?
Say I take 2 SAT Subject Tests in science, maybe Biology M and Physics. If I do well in Biology and not so well in Physics, will they only look at the biology score or will they also look at the poor physics score? (This is all hypothetical. For now, at least.)</p>

<p>Related question: I'm currently taking both biology and physics as year long courses and won't have finished learning the material the SAT covers by testing time. Should I mention that on my application so they can keep it in perspective?</p>

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<p>You submit one Math SAT II and one Science SAT II.</p>

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<p>I understand that, I’m taking Math Level 2. I’m wondering if I should take 2 sciences just in case or go only with one.</p>

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<p>Take as many you want. They will only see the one you submit.</p>

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<p>Even if you submit multiple scores, and some are better than others, it won’t hurt you – they’ll only use the higher score for admissions decisions.</p>

<p>From Matt’s blog, [here](<a href=“http://www.mitadmissions.org/topics/apply/standardized_test_requirements/testing_requirements_faq_1.shtml]here[/url]:”>http://www.mitadmissions.org/topics/apply/standardized_test_requirements/testing_requirements_faq_1.shtml):</a>

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<p>Which math SAT II does MIT prefer, 1 or 2 ? I know they say it doesn’t matter, but what you think?</p>

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<p>They don’t refer one over the other. But I suggest Math 2</p>

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<p>If you are like me and don’t remember geometry, take Math II. It is geared towards students who are taking precalc / Calc AB their junior years and so there is less emphasis on algebra / geometry.</p>

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<p>They really, really, really don’t have a preference. </p>

<p>Of course, it’s a different question to ask which test you’re better prepared for, and which one has easier material or an easier curve. But from MIT’s perspective, either is fine, and neither is preferred over the other.</p>

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<p>mollie is correct</p>