<p>Hi, I'm a 10th grader and I'm going to take the January SAT. I've done around 6 SAT practice tests and have scored between 2300-2350. But recently, someone has told me that as a Sophomore, it's never good to take the SAT, so I'm really worried. Can anyone tell me the reasons why it's not good for sophomores to take the SAT? </p>
<p>Thank you so much! :)</p>
<p>I don’t see why not. I’m a sophomore and I took it this december, done with it now. It’s better to remove obstacles if you can, because it gives you more time to prepare for other things.
p.s. are you korean? that username sounds distinctively korean. not trying to be creepy but.</p>
<p>Go ahead and take the SAT while all the prep is fresh in your mind. I don’t really know why that person said you shouldn’t take it.</p>
<p>If you’re scoring that high as a sophomore, then you should definitely take it! I took the SAT twice sophomore year, got the score I wanted, and didn’t have to worry about again. For people who can score that well as a sophomore, I am a huge proponent of taking it earlier.</p>
<p>And btw, in case you are wondering I think almost all top colleges accept sophomore year SAT scores. I applied to college with my sophomore score without a problem.</p>
<p>Hmm, personally I would wait until you’re a junior or maybe even senior. You definitely do become a better test taker over the years, for the essay especially. You’ll do tons of in-class essays which are great practice, plus you’ll read a bunch of books you can use to write the essay (and the key to scoring high is really just extemporizing, haha).</p>
<p>Have you take full length practice tests that are official College Board tests? Have you simulated actual testing conditions (time alloted, etc). If you’ve done that 6 times and are scoring 2300+, then I’d say go for it. OTOH, my D took the December test as a junior and one of her freshman acquaintances was there taking the test. His mom thought it would be a good idea to sign him up. I don’t know how he scored, but lots of schools will require him to report that score. He’d be much better off doing what you are doing and only taking the test when he’s done lots of practice tests and can be confident of getting a high score.</p>
<p>Hi I’m new to this site as a user, but I’ve been lurking around for quite a few months now. This is a topic that seemed fitting to me to be my first reply since I’m currently a junior preparing to take the SAT, but I also have a sophomore friend preparing as well.
I’m pretty sure that most people take PSAT their junior years, and considering that this is supposed to give you a “diagnostic” if you will, in preparation for the real SAT later on that year. Another reason many students take SAT their junior year is because that is the year they usually take precalc, which covers all the math you need for the SAT. So what I’m trying to say is that waiting another year can be used to gain more knowledge that might help on the SAT.
That being said, it sounds like you have already gained all the basics needed for the SAT. If you are scoring that well, then there’s no need to wait! Plus, junior year is widely known as the worst year in high school, in terms of workload and stress. Taking SAT as a sophomore can help relieve some of the pressure. As for colleges, they really only look at your sophomore and junior year, so they will for sure accept an SAT taken your sophomore year. But only PSAT taken junior year is considered for scholarships and things like that.
I think you should go for it if you feel prepared. Good luck!</p>
<p>Go for it. Plenty of time for more prep, since the next test is a month away.</p>
<p>as soon as you feel your ready</p>
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<p>The SAT really only tests up through geometry. I’d even say that Algebra II rarely crops up. But to the OP, bottom line is that if you are scoring that high on practice tests, then you should take it. I don’t think it’s advisable for freshmen and sophomores to take the test willy nilly, but if you can score that well then you should take it.</p>
<p>Taking the SAT early is only detrimental to an average student. This is because they will score low due to not having taken advanced coursework, and will fear the SAT forever. :)</p>
<p>Judging from your practice test scores, you are an exceptional student. Do, however, be aware that it is easier to score well on practice tests than on the actual, due to a variety of reasons (lower anxiety, shorter problems sets, and the like.) You will likely score very well, however, and should not worry about what others say with respect to your academic endeavors. They are, after all, yours.</p>
<p>Depending on where you plan to apply, some top colleges require you to send ALL standardized test scores. So if you don’t do as well as expected… this score still might have to be sent. Did you take the PSAT as a sophomore? A lot of students do, and it might give you an idea of what to expect if you have that score back.</p>