Should I withhold my Math II score?

Applying to College
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<p>Hey CC, long time no see!</p>

<p>So I've taken 3 SAT Subject Tests:
US History - 770
Lit - 760
Math II - 720</p>

<p>The Math II score isn't terrible, but I'm not super proud of it, and it definitely doesn't represent my math abilities (I've received all A's and one A- in advanced math classes at my school). I'm applying to a few top-tier colleges (Harvard, Brown, Amherst, etc.), and I wonder if a Math II score of 720 would hurt my chances at those schools...</p>

<p>Basically, I'd like to know what you guys think: when I send my score report to colleges, should I withhold the Math II score?</p>

<p>Thanks :)</p>

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<p>Depends on what your planned major is, and some schools specifically request Math2. If neither applies to you, you could send the two best, </p>

<p>BUT</p>

<p>Many super selective schools “strongly recommend” all sittings of all SATs anyway.</p>

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<p>That makes sense. Thanks!</p>

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<p>The only scenario where a 720 would be embarrassing is if you’re not only applying to Harvard but make it abundantly clear in your application that you intend to take Math 55. Even then, I think Harvard all but requires that score anyway. And besides, 720 is within the middle 50 for Princeton, just below it for MIT, and typical or a little above average for competitive LACs:</p>

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