Risk of good student forgoing SAT prep

<p>There is no real reason to take any SAT prep courses, in this instance. My D was similar to yours, as well. She had 4.0 GPA (highest possible in our school). 2280 SATs, 34 ACT, 770 (Eng lit), 730 (Math 1), 670 (Fr w/listening) SAT IIs. 4 APs (4,4,4, 3). Great ECs, great rec letters, etc. Didn’t prepare much for any standardized tests. That is, she only looked over past tests to get the format. Didn’t crack any AP study guide books, though (I guess that kind of shows…). She’s a soph at Ivy League school and had her choice of other great schools. SAT is cumulative, and if she knows the format, she’ll be fine. It’s really hard to study. In my opinion, the best reason to take a prep course is if your kid is disorganized, very nervous, or wants the extra support. Doesn’t sound like your child.</p>