Fall Tests - When to let go or grind?

Data can drive good decisions to understand standardized tests' relative level of importance. The needle seems to change each year. We love data, so here are some thoughts.

Are you knocking at the door or is the gap too wide?

The average combined improvement is 60-70 points. 100 points is more than respectable. While 200 + points occur, it is the exception.

Is the school test-optional friendly?

Can I change my mind after the application is submitted?

When are fall scores released?

What other content will showcase my drive, intiative and intellectual curiosity

Am I applying to a limited enrollment program or selective major?

We understand students have college application fatigue. However, if you are close to in-range scores and you are applying to schools in which over 50% of enrolled students submitted scores, and timing is not an issue, keep at it.