For the new sat, their website doesn’t have clear directions on if they want it or not. I took the act essay and did bad(24) but I don’t think the essay matters much. Another school I like doesn’t require it but I really like uf and don’t want to hurt my chances if I apply without it. Any information would be greatly appreciated!
Not sure if this helps since my son did not take the SAT. That being said, he took the ACT 3 times, the last time without the writing section (essay). In his UF portal it says that last score is not considered because it doesn’t have the essay.
Unfortunately that was the test where he got a 36 on the English sub-section. Sigh. His essay score is not the greatest, and that high English would have boosted it some.
You might want to email UF and ask your question - they are usually pretty helpful. I’m just thinking that UF wants the writing component but I cannot say for sure. This is my amateur mom opinion.
@SouthFloridaMom9 aww that stinks for your son! I am just not sure since I will be taking the new sat. Thanks for the advice and I will email them.
They haven’t decided yet if the optional essay on the new SAT will be required.
Q: Does UF require the optional essay?
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