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It’s also important to keep in mind that while test scores are a key component of the admissions process, they are not the only factor considered. Ivy League schools take a holistic approach, evaluating your academic achievements, extracurricular activities, essays, and letters of recommendation.
Heres the difference: Test-optional schools let you decide whether to submit your score. If your SAT score isnt strong, you can simply leave it out and focus on other parts of your application. Test-blind schools dont consider SAT scores at alleven if you submit them.
Heres the difference: Test-optional schools let you decide whether to submit your score. If your SAT score isnt strong, you can simply leave it out and focus on other parts of your application. Test-blind schools dont consider SAT scores at alleven if you submit them.
The following are the general prerequisites for undergraduate applicants: Application: Interested students must submit either the QuestBridge, Coalition, or Common Application. Test results: Candidates must send their SAT or ACT scores as well as any SAT Subject Tests that may be necessary for some majors.
Test-optional admissions should not change much how you approach your essays or resume although I can imagine letters of recommendation may be more important to provide context to your academic abilities and achievements. How does the test-optional movement influence your college list and admissions chances?
Heres the difference: Test-optional schools let you decide whether to submit your score. If your SAT score isnt strong, you can simply leave it out and focus on other parts of your application. Test-blind schools dont consider SAT scores at alleven if you submit them.
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