<p>Ok, I am currently a junior and am looking to apply to many competitive colleges. I took the SAT and got a 2250, math:710 , reading: 740, writing: 800. Two of the colleges at which I am looking are Amherst and UChicago. Neither of these schools accept the writing portion. I have taken AP Chemisty, AP Physics, and AP Calc AB/BC, so my math and science look good. The question is, should I take the SAT again to raise my math score? I realize there is the new option which allows the student to choose which scores are sent, but you never know. Any opinions are greatly appreciated.</p>
<p>Personally, I don't believe in SAT scores. They're probably just the first barrier that you've gotta overcome. There's not too much difference between a 2250 and a 2300. Honestly. </p>
<p>If I were you, I wouldn't waste my time on the SATs, try to find some passion to start some other things - a sport, a project... anything. You don't want to look too... studyish for the University either. But that's just me (I kinda dislike studying more than required)</p>
<p>Yes, when you look at the common data sets you see that your chances go way up with higher scores. For a good shot you want to have the median math and CR scores for your schools, and your math is probably below that right now.</p>
<p>I have a 4.0 on a 4.0 scale. My school doesn't weight grades, which is ironic because there is a strong sentiment in the community that they should start, although it would be after I graduate. I played football (9-10), baseball (9-10), cross-country (11-12), track
(11-12). My school has 750 kids per class, so I have been on JV teams. Young Democrats Club, Philosophy Club, NHS, National Merit, involved with a nonprofit organization since its beginning (2.5 years now), Close-Up trip to Washington D.C., educational trip to Spain this summer.</p>