Perfect Scores vs. Almost Perfect Score

<p>I've taken both the subject tests and the SAT once (I'm currently a junior).</p>

<p>Last year, I took the SAT and got in the low 2300s. </p>

<p>I got my SAT subject scores back today. I got 2 800s (math + science), but I only got a 760 on another science exam. </p>

<p>I definitely plan to take the SAT one more time (to shoot for a 2400). I'm curious as to whether colleges view a 2400 as significantly better than a 2350 (as in more than 50 points).</p>

<p>And finally, should I take the SAT subject test again? If so, what do you recommend I take? I plan on applying to all of the top colleges.</p>

<p>A 2400 is pretty much the same as a 2350+. Only difference is bragging rights.</p>

<p>You seem to be obsessing over test scores a lot. Usually at the top colleges, if you’re rejected, you’ll be rejected for some reason <em>other</em> than test scores. That said, I wouldn’t waste any more time/money on standardized tests and focus on the rest of your application.</p>

<p>A 2400 on a first try might look a little better than a 2350 on a first try. But if you retake a 2350 to get a 2400, you look like you’re obsessing over tests when you have better things worry about. When you get that ridiculous, you probably make your app look worse. </p>

<p>I wouldn’t retake the subject test, since you already have another science score. Just don’t send the 760 if you feel really bad about it, but it’s still a good score.</p>

<p>Don’t retake any tests. Send all of your scores.</p>

<p>All of you scores are amazing, and colleges will not reject you because of you test scores.</p>

<p>Wow! I’m always amazed at how many people on CC have crazy high scores. You guys are very impressive. Good luck with your college applications.</p>