SAT 2009

[terra99032]

I dont want to sound like a dummy here, but what are SAT's

[BritneyBritofldw]

Originally Posted by terra99032

I dont want to sound like a dummy here, but what are SAT's

Are you serious?

SAT - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

They're basically the way into college.

[terra99032]

THank you for making me lookl like an idiot, i appreciate it

[stephaknee]

I took SATs and ACTs for college, ACTs were wayyy easier and they're weighed the exact same way.

[meertallica]

I have not a clue what SATs are.. but I'm from England, and she only sats i've done were in year 9, and to be honest, no one cared.

I'm so glad all my exams are over. I've got good GCSEs, pretty good A levels.. I'm all set :D

Good luck in SATs (??) everyone :D

[Teiku 5]

Originally Posted by stephaknee

I took SATs and ACTs for college, ACTs were wayyy easier and they're weighed the exact same way.

it depends on the college you go to. some colleges dont even look at ACTs whereas others require them.

but i agree that they're easier. i took mine today and i was suprised at what it was compared to the SAT.

[stephaknee]

Originally Posted by Teiku 5

it depends on the college you go to. some colleges dont even look at ACTs whereas others require them.

but i agree that they're easier. i took mine today and i was suprised at what it was compared to the SAT.

Most colleges take ACTs or SATs. I've never seen one that only takes one. And they convert the ACT score to a standardized SAT score which means they're weighed the same.

[The Sixth Axis]

I took the PSAT two weeks ago. I'm gonna take the practice ACT this upcoming wednesday.

[Dogenzaka]

So do you recommend I take the ACT instead?

[Reflection]

my school said the SAT is more focused on critical thinking/writing and not much math & science, while the ACT is more about everything, and just knowing plain old facts. so it's not necessarily easier, just depends on what your strengths are. i plan on taking the SAT.

[Monkey]

the SAT doesnt matter as much as you think

also, its kind of a cakewalk in retrospective =/

take the ACT too, its much easier

i found the ACT to be easier in all aspects, language, writing, math etc etc

the one thing was the ACT had a science section that I wasnt prepared for =/ but i did fine, its not that bad, and ended up getting a 31/34 much better then my SAT

[Dogenzaka]

I'd say I'm a better test-taker than retaining information.

I got 600s on the SAT sometime last year, and that was before I had even finished Geometry, simply by just using my test-taking skills that I know. Now that I'm starting Pre-Calculus, I think I have a better chance.

[stephaknee]

Originally Posted by Monkey

the SAT doesnt matter as much as you think

also, its kind of a cakewalk in retrospective =/

take the ACT too, its much easier

i found the ACT to be easier in all aspects, language, writing, math etc etc

the one thing was the ACT had a science section that I wasnt prepared for =/ but i did fine, its not that bad, and ended up getting a 31/34 much better then my SAT

ACTs are out of 36. And Dogen, it wouldn't hurt to take both of them. You may end up doing exceptionally well on the ACTs. Link to compare scores: Convert ACT to SAT - How to Convert SAT Scores to ACT Scores

[Euphoria]

I'm taking the SATs for the third time next month. I'm a horrible test taker in general, but sitting in room for several hours is not my cup of tea. First time I took it, I had more math sections than I did English, and I am incredibly weak in math so my scores weren't the best. Plus, I was a year behind what I should have been in, so that affected me as well. My second time I had more English sections (seven, I think) and I was incredibly happy. They mix the math, but if I remember correctly, it's geared more towards algebra.

My advices are;
Don't freak out, or at least, try not to. It's a test, yes, but don't let your nerves take over. Usually after the first section or so, you stop feeling that way 'cause you're like, 'oh hay, this isn't so bad :D' Although this differs from person to person, don't freak yourself out -- you have many more opportunities to take the test again.
Taking the test the second time, in my opinion, is much better than the first time. You're not as nervous, and you have some knowledge as to what is on there. So, if you can, plan to take it more than once, it might well just pay off :)
Ask colleges about their views on the SATs. I asked one college I'm applying to how strict they are on scores, and they said they just look at your scores to see 'where you are'. Another college I looked at was the opposite (unfortunately the school I really want to go to lol), and they're very strict on your scores. So, after the first time taking it, look at the SATs scores for the colleges you want to go to. If you're above or somewhat close to what they're asking for, awesome, if you're below, you know now you'll have to improve. But again, GPA is also very important, and some schools may look at that than your SATs.
And the usual; eat breakfast, bring a snack/drink and get a good nights sleep.

Hope that helps~

[XIII Heartless]

Took the SAT in May. Scored a 1950.

And I'd recommend taking the PSAT as it enters you for scholarships. Seeing as how I'm black and (obviously) pretty smart, the offers haven't stopped pouring in. IDK you're race or economic status, but a PSAT definitely couldn't hurt.