Sat Scores, Although SAT scores are considered as one of different standards used by colleges for awarding admissions to candidates. But its exclusive importance is still there. Despite admission officers keep on saying that they make decision with an open mind and by considering all other credentials but SAT scores are vital enough for success or failure in obtaining admission.
The basic reason why these scores are preferred to other information provided by the candidate is that it is convenient to compare numerical data rather than subjective analysis of incomparable information of contesting candidates. Schools use SAT scores of their students by advertising them to develop a positive perception about the college. A college with low average of SAT scores will not be considered as an institution having top brains. Now a pertinent question arises what we mean by “good SAT score”.
Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) comprises three portions e.g. Critical reading, math and writing skills. The scores in each section range with minimum score of 200 and maximum score of 800. The mean score in each portion is 500 with a total of 1500. The total possible maximum score is 2400. There are very rare students who obtain perfect Scores.
Different colleges mention average SAT scores of their existing students with a view to give information where the applicant might stand among the selected students. Students don’t even think to apply if their scores are low. Some schools do not include writing skills while making overall merit of students. The reason of their doing so is the same above-mentioned reason of reliability of scores awarded to differently constructed essays of different candidates. The writing assessment may involve personal bias due to different perceptions. But writing assessment will gain more importance in near future.
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