SAT II Physics (SCS and Tepper)

Colleges and Universities A-Z Carnegie Mellon University
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<p>SAT I: 2340 (770 CR, 800 Writing, 770 Math)
SAT II: 700 Math II, 770 US History, 640 Physics</p>

<p>CMU SCS is the only computer science program that I plan on applying to that requires a science SAT II score. I'm wondering if I should retake my SAT II for physics; just how big of a factor is it? Aside from my SAT scores, I'm a 4.0 unweighted AP student. I received a solid 94% in AP Physics B both semesters but did relatively poorly on the SAT II. I honestly do not want to spend the time studying for another SAT test in a subject that I don't particularly enjoy especially due to the busy schedule I will have- I'd prefer to work on my essays and continue working with my volunteer groups.</p>

<p>Secondly, if I do decide to retake physics, I am an upcoming senior. I took AP Physics B last year, and I'm almost certain of a 5 on the exam. How should I prepare for physics because I won't be taking Physics C and it'll have been a few months since I was exposed to the material? Also- I'll be at a summer academic program for the next month (unable to study). </p>

<p>In light everything: how do my SAT II scores compare for both SCS and Tepper- mostly SCS? What should I do in terms of SAT II? Retake or no? Any book suggestions, tips, insight etc would be greatly appreciated.</p>

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<p>Math and US History are fine, Physics might be a stretch for SCS (fine for Tepper). But in all honesty, with your GPA and SAT you have nothing to worry about but make sure extracurriculars are solid.</p>

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<p>SCS is extremely tough to get into.</p>