Should I retake my SAT? (2290)

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<p>Hi all,
I'm a junior and recently took the November SAT (first-time) and scored a 2290 with 800 M, 800 W (11 Essay; 80 MC), 690 CR. I know that this is a fabulous score, but I'm a bit upset about my CR because I usually score much better on practice tests (750ish).
I also got my PSAT scores back, and got 80 CR.
Should I retake my SAT to raise my CR score? I'm afraid of only improving my CR and not doing as well on M and W, leading to a lower composite.
I have also heard that I can send in my PSAT scores? Comments/verification?
I am also taking the ACT this week so should I just hope for better ACT scores?</p>

<p>I'm thinking about applying top schools like HYPS and majoring in biochemistry w/ minor in econ.
(SAT Subject 770 US History if that helps at all, planning on taking Bio, Chem, and Math)</p>

<p>Please help me with my dilemma.
Also, if you want any help with SAT, just ask/PM me! </p>

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<p>I’d take it again, yes. A 690 critical reading is in the first quartile for HPYS, so that’s a large weak spot in your application.</p>

<p>Almost positive colleges don’t accept PSAT scores.</p>

<p>If you get a good score on ACT (35 or 36) I wouldn’t bother taking anything except the subject tests.</p>

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<p>Thanks for the advice!</p>

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<p>agree with wrywry</p>

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<p>Pretty much in the same position as you: 800m, 790 w, 690 cr, but I’m a senior so I cant retake. However, I’m very satisfied with my score, even though the crit reading was a bit low. (This composite is the highest I’ve gotten even out of my practice tests lol)</p>

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<p>if you study enough and feel confident that you can improve your SAT score, by all means go ahead.
However, just some advice from a senior, a high SAT score will not guarantee your spot in a college, especially an Ivy league. So, I would advise you to continue to do well in your school, volunteer and join many extracurriculars. And, find something you are passionate about.</p>

<p>I have seen people with 2400s under the belt and with awesome applications but have been rejected or waitlisted from ivy leagues. </p>

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<p>I’d definitely take it again, but I would not blow off M and W, just in case you apply to non-score-choice schools. Good luck!</p>

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<p>Note that many colleges (including Princeton) allow you to superscore, so even if you have a lower composite this time around but a better CR score, your score will appear higher.</p>

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<p>I think your score is fine, but then again it’s a lot higher than I got, and I’m not applying to top colleges. Congrats on a fantastic score and best of luck if you decide to take it again. </p>

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<p>Id say you take it. There ia nothing to lose except for 88 dollars and if you get lower dont send the score.</p>

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<p>Thanks again guys! I think I’m going to study really hard and take it again. Hopefully, my study plan will be better this time around :slight_smile: </p>