<p>I've read several college advice books that say that as long as you're above 650 or 700 you don't have to worry about your SAT scores, mine are:
critical reading: 710
math: 720
writing: 740
I know that if I retake them and study hard for them I can definitely do better (I'm thinking I could boost critical reading and math each up to a 750,) but I'm wondering if it is worth taking the time to improve these scores. Studying for the test would be a large time commitment and I'd appreciate anyones input on whether or not better scores could truly improve my chances of getting in or if my current scores could hinder my chances. Also, for the record, I only took the test once, this is not a composite score. I'm not sure if SAT II's matter when talking about SAT I's, but my scores on those (which I'm not considering retaking) are:
Literature: 740
Math II: 750
US History: 760
I applied EA. Thanks in advance for any advice.</p>
<p>I just retook the SAT, but my math score was much lower than yours. Personally (and I'm far from an expert) I think your scores are very solid, and if you applied early, you'll get your results December 15th--before GU would even receive your scores if you retook.</p>
<p>yeah, retaking it wouldn't alter my EA status, but if i am deferred (which I wouldn't be surprised if I am) then I would need to retake the test before I find out so that the scores can reach them in time for regular decision. It's a shame that SAT scoring and college decisions aren't better synced so that people in this stage can't find out ahead of time whether or not retaking them is necessary.</p>
<p>If you take the Dec. SAT, Georgetown will get your scores some time in early January. I think they get it through the mail. They'll probably get them a day or so after Collegeboard sends them out. It should be in time for regular decision.</p>
<p>Your scores are very solid all around. Like I've said previously, for the most part the SAT score is just to get inside the first gate in the admissions process. For the SFS your scores would have a neutral impact, and for the other three schools they'd probably be a boost. Bottom line: retaking the test is not worth the risk or possible gain.</p>
<p>I mean this also depends on what other schools youre applying to RD. If you're applying to the top Ivys then you may want to reconsider taking them again but for Georgetown, they should be more than enough. I was in the same boat with you back in May but I retook them this October, got a higher score, and now feel more comfortable about it. But it's all up to you</p>