SAT Subject Tests

Colleges & Universities A-Z Emory University
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<p>Would it be worth it to take SAT Subject Tests if applying to Oxford? I want to apply for Oxford Scholars, and since I excel in both US History and literature, I thought it might be a good idea to take those subject tests. I don't want to take them, though, if they won't make a difference; I'm also applying to Mercer, which I just found out wouldn't consider the test at all if I sent my scores. </p>

<p>Also, I made a 5 on my APUSH test this spring, and I'll most likely make a 5 on both the AP Lang and Lit tests.</p>

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<p>Oxford College does not require SAT IIs, while Emory College says they “are encouraged but are not required”.</p>

<p>Given that you intend to apply as an Oxford Scholar, I think anything you can do that shows academic promise would be helpful to you.</p>

<p>Personally, I think APs are more persuasive than SAT IIs - but then there is that EC statement (above).
I also think the grading on SAT IIs is pretty easy, so a 700 there would be of less weight than it would on a SAT I test.</p>

<p>If you are going to apply to both OC and EC, I’d say definitely submit.<br>
If it’s just OC I think you have something to consider.</p>

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<p>I’m only applying OC. I’m not sure if it’s worth it though, because none of the other colleges I’m applying to accept SAT II scores.</p>

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<p>I can’t see you getting Oxford Scholars without the Subject Tests. I’m almost certain your competition will have them. And, if you’re getting 5’s, it’s really a no-brainer.</p>

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<p>I’d say Oxford Scholars is easily more than worth the time to take two SAT subject tests. Just pick the ones you’ll do the best in.</p>

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<p>definitely take them</p>