Submitting as many tests as poss.

Applying to College
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<p>The short answer wasn't good enough for you Feorn? Fine. I'll give you the long answer.</p>

<p>Taking as many tests as possible won't necessarily do you any good. As a matter of fact, it's most likely a waste of time.</p>

<p>For example, at most upper-level colleges, 2 SATIIs are enough. Sometimes one needs 3. Keeping that in mind, why would one want to take a dozen SATIIs, especially considering one would most likely perform poorly in some areas. It's much better to take three SATIIs and score in the 700s for each than take the whole shebang and have score disparities from 510 to 800.</p>

<p>In addition, one can technically take an AP exam without having taken the course. If you want to, you can shell out upwards of 100 dollars (depending on how much your school covers) for each exam. If desired, you can take every AP Exam from Art History to Macroeconomics. However, wasting thousands of dollars and scoring a bunch of 1s may not be worth your time or effort.</p>

<p>Satisfied?</p>

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<p>Feorn, the TOEFL is $140. It's not worth taking it if your SAT I score is sufficient to satisfy the English requirement for internationals.</p>

<p>I do not think colleges would think a high score on the SAT's as a "long-lost" unless your GPA is really low without justifiable reason (personal reasons, family problems, illness, etc.). They might then just think that you're a bright kid, but a slacker when it comes to homework and tests.</p>

<p>HeavenWood and other posters have a good point. It's best to take the required tests and do well, then do a whole slew of test and have a range of scores.</p>

<p>Quality counts, not quantity.</p>

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<p>Hey, if you wish to waste time and money, go for it. I'd rather utilize my resources to do really well on a few SAT IIs and the ACT than spread my study time thin across a board of subjects.</p>