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What is my SAT Score?

What's more important to colleges: SAT score or GPA?

  • I have a GPA of 3.6. I consider this to be a pretty strong GPA considering that I am taking IB classes, which are much more rigorous than standard classes. But... my SAT score sucks. I have an 1840 composite score, with a 600 in Math, 600 in Critical Reading, and 640 in writing, with a mere 8 on my essay. I work super-hard in school. I hate to think that this one test defines my acceptance to my top college, which is Rice University. So... which is more important, my SAT score, or the GPA that I've worked hard for all these years?

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    GPA is considered more important to Mid-High level colleges. The first requirement they look at is your GPA. You can have a 2400 on your SAT, but if you have below their expected GPA, they won't even bother to look at your SAT.

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Could it be that you are more of a math and science person? You'll do better on the ACT if this is the case. Consider taking it. I strongly believe that schools put more weight on these scores. Since at some high schools it's easy to get an A and at other schools it's very hard. Take for example inner city "bad" schools. It would be easy to get an A at that school.

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They're both equally considered, along with extra curicular activities and your choice of major. It's important to show that you are a well rounded student. You can re-take the SAT. If you think you can do better, take it again.

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GPA is more important because it shows your progress throughout highschool while SAT is just based on 1 test. That isn't to say that SATs aren't important though.

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