<p>Hi guys, I recently took the March test, and did not score nearly as well as I hoped to.
I have taken test like 3 times and everytime.. I obtain a mediocre score in reading.
My SAT breakdown was:
780 M
740 W
630 R
12 E
.. so I really don't know what i'm doing wrong. anybody have any tips? I actually thought it went really well.
I hope for a 2300...it's kind of a grandiose goal.. is it possible to hit that mark before I fill out applications next fall or am I being too unrealistic?</p>
<p>First and foremost, WOW! A 12 on the essay is very impressive. This is my second time taking the test (the first time I got a 2200, 670 R, 750 M, 780 W) and I got a 2330 (730 R, 800 M, 800 W). I’d definitely say you need to study your vocabulary, as a 700+ on reading is impossible without absolutely getting those sen-comps dead cold. A 2300 is definitely possible, just review your grammar rules/idioms and you’ll get an 800 writing. Math you got a 780, so you’re definitely able to get an 800. Don’t give up! You still have a few more months to cram in for critical reading. BEST OF LUCK!</p>
<p>If you haven’t been able to budge your reading score on your own, it’s probably time to work with a tutor if you can. There’s something you’re missing in either your knowledge or approach.</p>
<p>Thanks for the tip guys, and good job on your SAT Aspirare.
I’m probably going to just start reading a lot more to get my verbal score up there.</p>
<p>Princeton Review tutoring is a godsent. I went from a 670 CR (first time) to a 760 CR (second time) after 3 hours of tutoring. Good luck!</p>
<p>Thanks, OP! Just give it some time. Your verbal will definitely go up. The first time I ever took a practice test, I got 540 R 540 W 560 M. Look where I am now! You’ll be fine :)</p>