Do Colleges See How Many Times You Take the SAT?

This article from College Journey addresses common student anxieties about multiple SAT attempts. It emphasizes that colleges primarily focus on the highest SAT score, whether obtained through superscoring (combining best section scores from different tests) or a single high composite score. The article clarifies that while retaking the SAT two or three times is generally viewed positively, demonstrating effort and potential for improvement, excessive retakes might raise questions. Finally, the piece advises students to strategically use the College Board's Score Choice option and to balance SAT preparation with other crucial application components like essays and extracurriculars to maximize college admissions success.