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Emily
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What can I do if my SAT scores are low and can't get into a college? Is there any classes I can take at my school to prep me and give me credits for architecture?
What can I do if my SAT scores are low and can't get into a college? Is there any classes I can take at my school to prep me and give me credits for architecture?
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Melody Tharpe
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Greetings Emiiy,
First, I hope you have a guidance counselor in your school to talk with as some of your questions they can answer more direct with information such as your GPA and additional file information.
Second, there are SAT prep classes given by various organizations or study books you can purchase. Before, trying any of these, I would advise talking with your counselor about free offerings. Equally, answer these questions about your testing habits and experiences: Do you tense up to the point of feeling ill while testing? Do you often not finish a test to completion (time runs out), Do you have a lot of confusion with understanding the questions or what it is asking you to do?
Third, as Walter stated, SAT scores are only a component and some schools do not weigh them as heavily as in previous years. Equally, some schools admit students on probation status to give them a chance in spite of low GPAs or low test scores. You will have to ask the school admission personnel personally about these measures. You can even include a written statement about your situation which admissions personnel can weigh in on their decision to let you attend their school.
Lastly, regarding your question about architecture courses, you should speak with your guidance counselor about these offerings. Also, look at community colleges in your area, some have offerings in beginning-level courses even while in high school. Depending on where you are in school ( Fr, Sop, Jr, Sr), you have time to tackle these questions. If you are a senior, there is still time, but do not delay.
Sincere good wishes for your future pursuits.
First, I hope you have a guidance counselor in your school to talk with as some of your questions they can answer more direct with information such as your GPA and additional file information.
Second, there are SAT prep classes given by various organizations or study books you can purchase. Before, trying any of these, I would advise talking with your counselor about free offerings. Equally, answer these questions about your testing habits and experiences: Do you tense up to the point of feeling ill while testing? Do you often not finish a test to completion (time runs out), Do you have a lot of confusion with understanding the questions or what it is asking you to do?
Third, as Walter stated, SAT scores are only a component and some schools do not weigh them as heavily as in previous years. Equally, some schools admit students on probation status to give them a chance in spite of low GPAs or low test scores. You will have to ask the school admission personnel personally about these measures. You can even include a written statement about your situation which admissions personnel can weigh in on their decision to let you attend their school.
Lastly, regarding your question about architecture courses, you should speak with your guidance counselor about these offerings. Also, look at community colleges in your area, some have offerings in beginning-level courses even while in high school. Depending on where you are in school ( Fr, Sop, Jr, Sr), you have time to tackle these questions. If you are a senior, there is still time, but do not delay.
Sincere good wishes for your future pursuits.
Walter Dozier
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Personally I got into six schools without even submitting an SAT score. I scored a relatively low number, despite my relatively impressive GPA. If you have good grades it may be that you can get into most schools without needing a good SAT score as a lot of schools nowadays are test optional. But if there is a specific school that you want to get into that requires an sat score there sometimes is a “college test prep” class in high school that’s usually for juniors and seniors. It’s basically a class that has you complete sat/act based assignments and prepares you for these exams. I’m not saying don’t take the SAT but it’s something to keep in mind that I think most schools are now test optional, whatever you choose is up to you. Study hard if there is a college test prep class, and try to get a good gpa or improve if you don’t have a good one already. As gpa I’d say is the main factor in most modern college decisions.