About College Admissions: U.S.: How Much Does the SAT or ACT Really Matter?

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College Admissions: U.S. College Admissions: U.S. Plan for College Choose a School Apply From Allen Grove, your Guide to College Admissions: U.S. Few parts of a college application cause more anxiety for students than the SAT and ACT. So much seems to ride on a single exam completed in a few hours on a Saturday morning. Today's newsletter helps put the exam in perspective. How Much Does the SAT or ACT Really Matter? I asked my colleague Corry Unis, Director of Admissions here at Alfred University, about the importance of the SAT. His response should bring some comfort to students worried about their scores... Read more. Test-Optional Colleges Over 800 colleges do not require SAT or ACT scores. The list includes some top rated schools such as Bates, Bowdoin, Pitzer,and Wake Forest, to name just a few. Be sure to check out the list. SAT Score Comparison Charts The SAT is not the most important part of a college application, but it does matter at many schools. These SAT comparison charts show the scores for the middle 50% of matriculated students at a wide range of colleges and universities. SAT Scores for Top Colleges Check out the middle 50% of scores for matriculated students: Ivy League | top universities | top liberal arts | top engineering | more top liberal arts | top public universities | top public liberal arts colleges | University of California campuses | Cal State campuses | SUNY campuses College Admissions Ads SAT Scores Act Results Act 2011 College College Compass Test Featured Articles Essay Samples and Tips for the Common Application 5 Supplemental Essay Mistakes Master These Interview Questions How to Demonstrate Interest (It Matters) Tips for the Common Application Short Answer 12 Facebook Photos You Should Delete Now   More from About.com Is it a Cold or the Flu? Knowing whether you have a cold or the flu can help you treat your symptoms more effectively. More > Concerned About Your Drinking? This short quiz can help you identify whether or not you have a drinking problem. Take the quiz now > This newsletter is written by: Allen Grove College Admissions: U.S. Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About College Admissions: U.S. newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Choosing a College 15 Features of the Perfect College Small College or Large University? 5 Reasons to Consider Community College Advertisement