Physics, Chemistry, or Biology? Any hope for Dec. SATIIs?

[ibro911]

<p>Assuming I'm an above average student in Physics Chemistry and Biology and I have till December to prepare and reach 800-level. Which would you advise me to take, which is easier to perfect and which has the most and least lenient scoring curve?</p>

<p>Also, I'm taking my SATIIs in December and I'm applying to schools this year. Most of the schools I'm applying to have a Regular Decision deadline of January 1st. Would they take my December scores?</p>

<p>Thanks.</p>

[thegermankid]

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Biology: There are two versions of this test: Ecological and Molecular. All Biology test-takers will take the same first sixty questions, but the next twenty will focus on one of those two areas. The test is known to be somewhat difficult and has a relatively unforgiving curve. Princeton Review is generally considered to be a solid book for this test. (800 is around 98th percentile; 790 is around 96th percentile. Around 77/80 (raw score) is required for 800.)</p>

<p>Chemistry: This test goes beyond the material of the typical introductory chemistry class but does not get as in-depth as AP Chemistry does. Princeton Review and Barron’s have pretty good review sections, although Barron’s may cover more than you need for the test. (800 is the 93rd percentile; 790 is the 91st percentile. Around 82/85 (raw score) is required for 800.)</p>

<p>Physics: Like the Chemistry test, the Physics Subject Test is not as in-depth as its AP counterpart (i.e., AP Physics B). There are a few topics that appear on the Subject Test, however, that are not in the Physics B or C curricula. Therefore, students enrolled in either of those classes should consider flipping through a review book to familiarize themselves with those topics, especially if they are in Physics C without having taken B. Princeton Review is often cited as the best preparatory book. No calculus appears on the exam, and the curve is generous. (800 is around 90th percentile; 790 is around 88th percentile. Around 59/75 (raw score) is required for 800.)

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<p>Extracted from silverturtle’s guide :)</p>

[ibro911]

<p>Oh Thanks. I always said I would go back to that guide after reading the SAT1 section and taking the SAT1 but I totally forgot. This helps a lot although any other tips/opinions are welcome.</p>

<p>Also, there’s still one more question left.</p>