<p>I saw on commonapp that sending standardized test scores was optional. I was considering not sending them, is there an advantage/ disadvantage to doing this?</p>
<p>Bates is one of the leaders of the SAT optional movement. There is NO disadvantage to not submitting your scores, as long as the other parts of you application are strong. If you scored over a 2000 on the SAT, I would consider submitting it, however.</p>