SAT Physics Score

Applying to College
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<p>I scored 760 on the SAT Physics Subject Test. I realize that that is a very good score, but given the fact that the Physics Subject Test has a very lenient curve and my score puts me at the 82nd percentile, I am worried it will be a detriment to my college applications to such schools as MIT, Chicago, Rice, etc. I should also add that I plan to major in physics and most likely pursue a Ph.D. in the field. </p>

<p>Is this a valid concern and should I retake or am I just unnecessarily stressing out? (I also scored 5's on both of the AP Physics C exams if that means anything.)</p>

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<p>I think you should be fine. They’re not going to outright reject you for a 760, especially since you demonstrated how awesome you are with your AP Physics C score. I think it’s understandable too, since Physics C is really calculus heavy, but the SAT II Physics is more like the discontinued Physics B exam.</p>