<p>Q. What test results should I report to Yale?
A. You must report the scores of all of the SATs and SAT Subject Tests or all of the ACTs and ACT Writing Tests that you’ve taken. If you choose to fulfill the requirement with SAT scores, then it’s not necessary to send any scores from the ACT, even if you’ve taken the ACT. If you choose to fulfill the requirement using the ACT, then you don’t need to send us any SAT scores unless you wish. But whichever type of test you choose, you must report all your scores from every time you’ve taken that type of test. And if you choose to use a combination of SAT and ACT test results, you must report all scores from both agencies.</p>
<p>At first I was prepping a lot for the SAT I, but then after doing a little bit ACT practice I realized I'm much more of an ACT person. I haven't taken either of them yet though. I've already taken the SAT II Math and I will be taking more subject tests this year (I'm a junior); I want to send in my subject test scores. That would mean I'd have to send in ALL of my SAT scores! Since I've realized that I would get a better score on the ACT than SAT, I shouldn't take the SAT and risk having to send in a poor score, correct? That way I would only take the ACT and SAT subject tests and send all of those in.</p>
<p>Since Yale wants all test scores....do you think this would be the best way to work out my tests? Should I still send in my SAT subject test score even though they say "you don’t need to send us any SAT scores unless you wish"?</p>
Then, it’s too early for this question. If you do well on the ACT, then you just send the ACT. Or, if you do well on the SAT, you can send in that score along with the SAT Subject Test scores. If you do GREAT on both tests, you can always send both sets of scores. But, at this point, without a score on either test, you over thinking the whole situation. Take the test – either ACT or SAT – that you feel you can ace, and then once you have your score, you’ll know what to do.</p>
<p>*"That way I would only take the ACT and SAT subject tests and send all of those in.</p>
<p>Since Yale wants all test scores…do you think this would be the best way to work out my tests? Should I still send in my SAT subject test score even though they say “you don’t need to send us any SAT scores unless you wish”?*</p>
<p>It sounds like a plan. If you are correct that you will have a better ACT than SAT, and don’t take the SAT, then you can decide if the SAT II scores (all of them) help your application and submit or not. A lot depends on the accuracy of your forecast about ACT vs. SAT. </p>
<p>Thanks @gibby @IxnayBob I want to send in my SAT II scores to Yale, but I don’t want to take the SAT I and risk getting a bad score on that. I’m very positive that my forecast about the ACT vs. SAT is accurate, as I’ve taken many practice exams now. The only way to be absolutely sure about it would be to actually take both of the tests; however I don’t want to risk the SAT and have to send it in.</p>
<p>So even though Yale won’t need my SAT II scores if I send my ACT, would it be beneficial if I still sent in (good) SAT II scores?</p>
<p>@suzy100 I’ve realized that, very good point. Right now though, I’ll focus on the ACT and expect that I don’t get it. If do get National Merit Semifinalist, then I guess I’ll have to prepare for the SAT. </p>
<p>@gibby Ah I see. Thanks for the info. I probably won’t take anymore SAT subject tests then. I’ve already scored an 800 on the SAT Math II though, @IxnayBob I should probably send it in?</p>
<p>@AngEverlasting, if it were me (which it isn’t), I would send it in. I don’t place too high an emphasis on scores (assuming that they’re at least good), but 800s are good indications that your recommendations, GPA, rigor, etc. were the “real deal.” </p>
<p>I’d recommend you take one more Subject Test. You don’t need it for Yale, but if you’re not accepted to Yale, you might want to apply to some colleges that require 2 Subject Tests, such as Princeton, Dartmouth, or Williams.</p>
<p>@Sherpa Oh yes! I forgot other colleges don’t have the same requirements. I’ll have to take another one then. If I do well on it I might as well also send it to Yale. Thanks a lot for the reminder!!</p>
<p>“I’m very positive that my forecast about the ACT vs. SAT is accurate, as I’ve taken many practice exams now. The only way to be absolutely sure about it would be to actually take both of the tests; however I don’t want to risk the SAT and have to send it in.”</p>
<p>I have found real practice test scores to be quite accurate. While there is no way for you to score the essay section of the SAT or ACT, and I do not know if the essay holds equal weight in both tests, the multiple choice scores from the real practice tests should be relied upon, assuming you took the test in simulated testing conditions. So, if you are scoring higher on practice tests from the red ACT book than the blue SAT book, follow your instinct.</p>
<p>If you scored high enough to qualify for NMSF, I don’t think you will have to worry about a poor SAT score. If you are truly worried, you could take the SAT for the confirming score fall of next year after you submit your application. (I have assumed ED application here.)</p>
<p>Side note: I am amazed at the # of schools that accept ACT in lieu of subject tests. I wouldn’t think the ACT would cover the same material that a Physics or Chem subject test does. </p>
<p>@CT1417 Yes I’ve been scoring higher on the simulated ACT tests, excluding the writing section. There’s only a small chance that I would qualify for NMSF (that would be quite good), but I doubt it. I’ll be sure to take the SAT fall of next year, if I do qualify!</p>
<p>Collegeboard offers SAT Essay scoring as part of their $70 online course.
OP, when you take the tests they give you a chance to send results to 4 colleges for free but you do not have to chose your most selective colleges - you can select safeties. With your most selective colleges you can decide which scores to send after you are done with all testing. </p>