<p>TO RETAKE OR NOT TO RETAKE: That is the question.
(Especially for juniors entering their senior year of high school.)</p>
<p>For some of the more selective schools, breaking 2000 is a solid checkpoint. 2000 is a round number that says, "I can take a standardized test and do well." If you have not broken 2000, that's totally fine too. If you think/know you can do better, go for it. Take lots of practice tests and work for it! You can achieve anything if you set your mind to it. If you've taken the SAT multiple times and are still unhappy with your (super)score, you might want to consider the ACT--it might just be a better fit for you as a test-taker.</p>
<p>If you're thinking anout Ivies, MIT, Stanford, etc., 2100 is usually the benchmark number. When Ivy League caliber schools see a 2100+ and a good GPA they put you into the pile of essays to read. But in my opinion, I think your AP scores measure even more than SATs because they are a standardized measure of your mastery of subject matter content.</p>
<p>For those of you with around a 2300 and are considering retaking the SAT, this is my advice for you:
Are you crazy?! NO! Of course not!
But seriously, 2300 is a fantastic score.</p>
<p>In summation, relax. You did a great job! Eat a cookie. And remember, your scores aren't everything. Write some kick-ass essays and don't be afraid to take risks. Open up to them; they just want to get to know you.</p>