Subject test(s)

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Hi friends,
Should I plan/prepare to take any SAT subject tests?
Does USAFA take the scores into consideration and can these even be submitted anywhere through the process? If so, which ones are recommended to take?

Thanks
 
Hi friends,
Should I plan/prepare to take any SAT subject tests?
Does USAFA take the scores into consideration and can these even be submitted anywhere through the process? If so, which ones are recommended to take?

Thanks

My son did not. he just took the SAT and ACT.
 
USAFA does not look at subject tests. Talked to my admissions officer about this topic a few months ago. Focus on doing well on your SAT or ACT.
 
Hi friends,
Should I plan/prepare to take any SAT subject tests?
Does USAFA take the scores into consideration and can these even be submitted anywhere through the process? If so, which ones are recommended to take?

Thanks
I did not submit any subject tests to USAFA and I was offered an appointment. So it is not necessary for USAFA.
 
Not required. I wouldn't bother but...

Possible reasons, things to consider:
1. You are applying to civilian college that REQUIRES it.
2. You might need a "confirming" score to balance a bad grade, low test score, and/or failing AP score, or uncertain rigor school where you want one more national score to confirm subject mastery.
3. You can score 750-800 .
4. Select English, Math 2, Chem and/or Phys. Foreign language or any other only if a strategic reason or you are taking that 3rd test same day.

Also double check if your school offers free codes, especially if you get free SAT/ACT in addition to the school-based freebies. My older DD got 2 free subject test days, which was 2 x 3 exams, not just 2 exams. What a deal! But she had to know about it and ask to get the codes.

My opinion:
Most will take a subject test in the Spring after junior year course. I would skip subject tests and focus on SAT/ACT instead. Get your high scores there, not on subject tests. Parameters on my DDs - you guys aren't applying to any schools that require subject tests. SAs, or State U and/or U of State!
 
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