i’m an international student and the colleges i’m applying to (suny, and a few other state colleges) don’t require sat subject test scores. if i take them anyways and get good scores, can i expect better merit based scholarships ? i understand applications are reviewed holistically and there are tons of other factors at play, but nevertheless i would appreciate some insight on how much weight the subject scores actually carry in regard to scholarships.
also if u guys could recommend some colleges that do value standardised tests scores and give out aid based on them, that’d be great
ps i want to study mechanical engineering so i was thinking of taking the physics and chemistry tests
Firstly, merit scholarships for International students is very very rare.
Top, elite private schools with huge endowments give FA to a small % (<2), of internationals, and State universities do not have the budget for that.
Scoring well on Subject Tests shows you have a good understanding of those subjects, that’s it!
It may help with admission, but SAT Subject scores are not specifically tied to Merit scholarships.
There are a few state universities that give Merit scholarships to internationals, but are very competitive and holistic (check NC state’s Park Scholarship)