<p>If you honestly believe you can get up higher, go for it! You don’t want to look back and think that you should have taken it again. Honestly, I know for a fact that my parents would probably make me take it again if I had perfect scores on two tests and not on the third. I’m sure its attainable for you! Seeing that you aren’t leaning toward math/science, then it isn’t a necessity but it couldn’t hurt.</p>
<p>You might get a worse score, have you thought about that?</p>
<p>there are of course two sides to everything. Math is imo the easiest subject to prep for…harsh curve though. If you are capable of getting like 2 or 3 more right on the next test you will def go up to a 750+. After some superscoring, u will have a very very impressive score. </p>
<p>Now the ugly side, Yale does not do score choice and I don’t think it superscores (don’t quote me on that). The chances are you will not score perfect of either or both of ur other sections, i m not questioning ur testing abilitites, but SAT curves are ridiculously unpredictable. </p>
<p>So think about it, if you want to take the chance and get an easy boost on ur math then go ahead and retake. If you think its not worth the time, effort, or risks, then stick to ur 2310, which is an awesome score by itself. </p>
<p>p.s. have u considered the ACT?</p>
<p>You are partially correct–Yale requires the entire score history, but does superscore by section.</p>
<p>I considered the ACT but I’m not seeing the significant advantages. I would have to familiarize myself with a totally new test, and my understanding is that the ACT is not kind to lopsided people because of the composite averaging.</p>
<p>How about you spend the time studying for the math II subject test? If you retake the SATI, there’s a risk that you may not get perfect scores on the other two sections again because of a stupid mistake, but if you do well on math II, you’ll be able to show that you’re pretty good in math overall and that you just didn’t perform well on SATI test day.</p>
<p>Don’t assume you will get perfect scores in CR and W if you retake the SAT. Different questions, different day. Your scores are great, if you are not going into math, science or engineering or applying to the Ivies I would only retake for your own personal satisfaction.</p>
<p>Don’t retake it seriously don’t spend your life with the SAT focus on extra activities, the essay, and grades in school. Just have fun. Colleges mostly care about your personality, well Liberal Arts Colleges, but if you are going to a State University, then you are just a number, but you will probably get in with a 2310.</p>
<p>I am decidedly unconfident in scoring higher than 760 on my Math IIC test, although it remains a possibility to consider.</p>
<p>mamom - I am applying to one Ivy, Yale, along with a host of top LACs. Does your advice change?</p>
<p>There are so many kids applying to top schools with perfect scores I would want to give myself every advantage I could, guess it depends on the rest of your application. It is such a crapshoot getting into these top schools. Some schools superscore so even if you don’t get 800’s next go round in CR and W it might not matter. How will you feel if you don’t get into the school of your dreams and you don’t retake the test? Do you have it in you to do the work to bring up your score? </p>
<p>good luck, it looks like you will have lots of options regardless of what you decide.</p>
<p>Almost every school superscores , since you have perfect score on CR & W , they cant go down with a superscore.Even the schools that don’t superscore will get a 2310 single sitting score , worst case scenario!You have nothing to lose.Almost every college applicant takes multiple SAT.
If you score 710 Math on your first try without intense preparation , there could be upside.The extra 20-80 points you can potentially add may make the difference at the elite schools.If you atre up for the challenge go for it!If it will stress you out , chill out and send 2310!
Dont spend any more time prepping CR/W if you do retest.</p>
<p>If you completely tank a retake , do not send those scores to your colleges.</p>
<p>From College Board
<a href=“College Board - SAT, AP, College Search and Admission Tools”>College Board - SAT, AP, College Search and Admission Tools;
"If you decide to use Score Choice, only those scores from the test dates you choose will be sent. If you decide not to use Score Choice, all available scores will be sent, including those from previous test administrations. You cannot separate scores for the critical reading, mathematics, or writing sections. "</p>
<p>I think the recommendation of taking the math subject test is a good one! The curve is very generous - you could get a 760 with a raw score of 40/50.</p>
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<p>Honestly, if this was your FIRST time, take it again for the heck of it. Just really study for math. Chances are you will go up. Just do not worry about the reading and writing at all. Don’t feel pressured to get a 2400 in one sitting. And don’t feel pressured to get an 800 in math. Honestly, if you feel a 710 (which is AWESOME!) is not the fullest extent of your capability, then take it again. If you are thrilled and feel that 710 accurately demonstrates your mathematical ability, then congrats! You’re done with the SAT! If not, what the hey, take it again.</p>
<p>I asked an admissions rep (Dean at William and Mary, I think, not Ivy, but not easy to get in) last year about retaking SATs with nice scores to start. How high is high enough? He said that if all scores are in the 700s, it is enough. With scores like yours, I think getting them on one try is more impressive than taking it again and again to raise the math. Hey, anybody can do that.</p>
<p>710= 4 wrong. Only 4.</p>
<p>your a English major with perfect everything but math and a very good math score. your done with sats.</p>
<p>Thanks for the anecdote, MD Mom.</p>
<p>dufay - Heh, actually it was 5 omit / 0 wrong, I believe.</p>
<p>710 is usually 4 wrong or 5 omit. My very first SAT included a 710 math. </p>
<p>If you’re not taking the tests for fun and if you’re not going into math/science, then don’t bother retaking.</p>
<p>Personally, I would not take it again. If you feel very unsatisfied you can, but you did amazingly (perfectly, in fact) on reading and writing, and it sounds as if that is what you are planning to study. </p>
<p>You can retake to boost the 710, but know that you could end up missing a question on CR or W also. Or you could end up with a 2400. </p>
<p>I’d go with your gut instinct, it will probably be right. 
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<p>Good Luck!</p>
<p>Sorry if this is off topic, but what score does 2 wrong (multiple choice) usually get as a score (for math)?</p>
<p>I always get 2 wrong it irritates me so much. Always stupid mistakes. I think that universities will recognize that getting 4 wrong is not a big deal and on a better day you might achieve higher.</p>