<p>Hey, </p>
<p>I'm a second year student in a community college, with 3.6 GPA, in Phi Theta Kappa and graduating with honors. BUT I haven't taken SAT, and if possible, I wouldn't like to take it, because I feel it can only hurt me.
I'm 26 years old, did not go to high school in the US, and only took the standard evaluation test before enrolling in my current college.</p>
<p>What are my transfer chances without SAT? Top schools? Top 50 schools? The rest?</p>
<p>Thanks.</p>
<p>Many schools do require it. You'll just have to search each one's website, I think. One highly ranked that does not is Johns Hopkins (around #16 USN&WR).</p>
<p>JHU has been one of my dream choices for a long time. :)</p>
<p>But still, the schools make no exceptions? No matter how good my essays would be, or no matter how "diverse" I am?</p>
<p>From Brown U's website: "If you did not take any standardized tests as part of the application process to your current college, you must request a waiver from Brown in writing. It should be noted that an application to Brown without results from a standardized test may be detrimental to your chances of admission."
Is that an euphemism?</p>
<p>If you're applying to Brown, you better take the SAT.</p>
<p>Forget Brown then...</p>
<p>I am working full-time while studying like crazy, so I really don't have time for SAT... :(</p>
<p>From Georgetown: "Transfer applicants who have been out of high school for 5 years or longer do not have to submit SAT/ACT scores."</p>
<p>Any other schools that waive the requirement if enough time has passed since high school days?</p>
<p>What about foreign-born US residents?</p>
<p>to the top!</p>
<p>Trying one more time!</p>
<p>I don't mean to sound discouraging, but coming from a CC with a 3.6, it is probably imperative that you submit strong test scores to add strength to your application academically. For top schools in particular like Brown, Georgetown, etc., a 3.6 from a CC is going to make it difficult enough to be accepted. Without good test scores to balance your GPA, I don't think it'd be possible.</p>
<p>What state are you in? I'd be looking at your best state schools for sure as they often have agreements with CCs and I don't think most state schools require test scores or high school transcripts.</p>
<p>You could try USC, reading between the lines in their application requirements it seems sat/act are explicitly required only for people with 30 semester units or less. I would contact the admissions office before applying, though.</p>
<p>you should try ACT =)</p>
<p>Thanks for the replies, people. :)</p>
<p>Brand_182, I'm in Kansas, and looking to get out of here. :) Most people transfer to KU or MU from my school, but I'm looking for East coast or Chicago. </p>
<p>Jbusc, I'll definitely try USC as well. Thanks for the tip.</p>
<p>AdamantineX, why ACT instead of SAT?</p>
<p>Oh, and I just might go do the test no matter how much I don't want to....</p>
<p>well you should just check it out and see which one you like better. Colleges will take either one i think.</p>
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<p>Haha...yeah, I'd do the same if I lived in Kansas. Well, I would definitely take the SAT or ACT (or both) to have a better shot at private universities. You might also consider UNC-Chapel Hill, which is a great public school with a decent transfer rate. I would also look into Boston University...just some ideas.</p>
<p>Thanks Brand_182, you made me consider taking the ACT and that's what I'll be doing then. :)</p>