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What is a Good SAT Score?

An SAT is a popular college entrance exam in the U.S. Higher SAT scores can increase the chances of getting in. Generally, a score above the 50th percentile is considered a decent one since this means you performed better than the majority.
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Competitive nature

The standard for a good score increases considerably depending on how competitive the pool is. Hence, it is better to aim for at least the 75th percentile, or 1200 or higher.
Things to know before preparing for the test:
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Your SAT scores range from 400 to 1600, which is the sum of two section scores: Math and Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (EBRW). Each section’s scale is 200-800 in 10-point
increments.
Your SAT score
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Not all colleges require SAT scores. Recently, COVID-19 has led universities to adopt test-optional policies, meaning some schools will not require SAT/ACT scores for the 2021-22 application cycle (and possibly beyond).
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Aim for an SAT score that's around that of the typical enrolled applicant. In other words, if the average first-year student earned 1300, then you too should try to get at least 1300.
Your aim
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To figure out what to aim for, find the middle 50% of scores for all schools you're applying to. 50% is a range between the 25th and 75th percentiles. Your goal should be to earn a score around your school's 75th percentile.
Range
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